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https://thinklifewellness.com/our-deepest-fear/
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While spring-cleaning my home library, I rediscovered an inspirational gem tucked in one of the books as a marker – a quote from A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson, spiritual teacher, author and lecturer. I never tire of the timeless, encouraging message that speaks to our individual uniqueness, capacity for love and immeasurable human potential.
Now that spring has arrived, Williamson’s words are an apt reminder for us all to nurture our own personal growth and “let our own light shine.” Enjoy!
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
Do you let your own light shine?
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This Christmas is totally different for our family. It's happy and a little hard all at once. You see... not one, but TWO of my daughters are currently serving missions for our church. We are so incredibly pleased with their choice to serve God in this way
Hannah (Sister Johnson) with her Missionary Companion in the Missionary Training Center, Provo Utah. Hannah is currently serving in the Utah Salt Lake City Utah Mission (Centerville South Stake). You may be saying "Utah?"... yes... there's a lot of missionary work to do there. She is getting to speak English and couldn’t be happier. (I couldn't be happier about her being there too!) Hannah returns home on May 2015. Here is a little from her most recent letter home:
"Christmas is just so wonderful because its a time when everyone can focus on Christ and what He did for us. My challenge to you: Share the gospel with someone. Christ was the first Christmas gift, and the best gift you can give is the gospel, and its really NOT THAT HARD! Everyone needs it and its a great gift to the person you share it with, yourself, and Heavenly Father!"
Alex (Hermana Johnson) with Her Mission President, a new missionary that she is training, and the Mission Pres. wife. Alex is serving in the Chile Santiago North Mission (Quilicura, Lo Marcoleta). She is now fluent in Spanish and learning French and Creole. She returns next August. Here's a little tidbit from her most recent letter home:
"I feel so blessed to be in the mission during this time....for that exact reason. I remember Him more, and I remember the sacrifice He has made for me. I know He loves us so much. ¨God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son...that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.¨
We're feeling like our nest is suddenly near empty. We do have two beautiful daughters still at home but it's SO strange to have Alex and Hannah gone. We miss them. We had gotten a bit used to Alex being gone to BYU... but Hannah's never left the nest before and it's been only a month... and a bit hard. And why would we be willing to be without both of our beautiful daughters this Christmas... and one for next? THIS is why!
This is the Reason for the Season... and they are spreading that Joy! We have a sure knowledge of the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ. They are losing themselves in service to others. What more could a mother want than to have a child dedicated to God, the Savior and serving others. So when I feel a bit gloomy and am missing my lovely daughters I just remember what good they are doing. Our family is really blessed by both of them serving!
This video is another Christmas treat...and one of my favorite Christmas songs. The Piano Guys are so talented!
I want to extend a wish to you all that you have a most wonderful and Merry CHRISTmas! And for those of you reading this that might have visited with my daughters on their missions and shown them the abundant love that they've spoken of... THANK YOU!
Thank you for once again poppying by... you really all are friends and I am thankful for you!
ps... if you do happen to run into Sister Johnson or Hermana Johnson while your out and about please give them a hug from me!
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https://americamedia.submittable.com/submit/48329/2020-generation-faith-essay-contest
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Calling all student writers!
America Media is proud to announce the 2020 Generation Faith Essay Contest.
America Media is seeking submissions from young writers for this year's Generation Faith Essay Contest. We want to hear from high school and college students interested in reflecting on the joys and challenges that come with living out (or struggling with) one's faith in the midst of real life. All entries should be true personal essays, between 800 and 1,200 words.
The essays should feature strong narratives and real-life examples from the writer’s experience as a young person in the church today. Writers should think creatively and broadly about their faith experience.
The winning entry will be awarded $1,000 and will be published in America. Additional entries may be chosen for publication in America. The judging panel will consist of the editors of America and The Jesuit Post.
To be eligible, you must be enrolled as a full-time high school or college student at the time of the contest deadline. Your submission must be previously unpublished (including on personal websites) and must be original work.
You can read a previous first-place essay here.
All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2020.
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South Tyrone Church Football League
The league was established in 2016 with 4 teams (Clonaneese Presbeterian, Pomeroy/Sandholes Presbyterian, Minterburn Presbyterian & Knockconny Baptist) participating in the first competition.
The main aim of the league is to share the gospel while enjoying a game of football together. We believe that Jesus lived perfectly, died and rose again so that we can be forgiven for our sins and live forever with God.
The teams play for the Stephen Moffett Memorial Shield. Stephen Moffett was a former player and a dedicated supporter of the Clonaneese Church Football Team. Stephen died suddenly in 2016 and the Clonaneese team felt it fitting to remember him by presenting the shield in his memory.
Image: The Moffett Family presenting the Sheild to League Representitives, John Condy, Jim Nelson & David Parr
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http://yorubabible.net/product/yoruba-audio-bible/
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Yoruba Audio Bible App is the 1st Audio Bible App in Yoruba Language for OLD TESTAMENT and New Testament. This Bilingual Yoruba and English TEXT version is completely OFFLINE BASED and the Audio files are also Downloadable from Genesisi to Ifihan for complete OFFLINE LISTENING so that you wont need to stream online anytime you want to listen to the bible from anywhere without using your internet. We are happy we can provide the Word of God for every yoruba speaking lover of the word from every parts of the world.
YorubaBible.net (http://www.yorubabible.net) gives you the great bible listening and reading experience without any reliability on your internet access anywhere and anytime.
The Yoruba Audio Bible App includes both Old Testament and New Testament version with great audio quality and a SWITCH BUTTON that allows you to read the Bible in either Yoruba or English Language while you keep listening to the Yoruba Audio.
— FEATURES OF THE YORUBA AUDIO BIBLE APP —
* No Internet us Required to Read Bible Text at all
* No Internet Required to Listen to DOWNLOADED AUDIO CHAPTERS
* ATOKA Yoruba Bible Version – Headings and Subheadings Included
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* Proper Amin Yoruba and correct Audio Pronunciation
* Share Bible Verses on Facebook, Twitter, Whatsapp etc
* Drama Interactive great audio quality and correct pronunciation.
* Easy Navigation of Bible Books and Chapters
* Increase or Reduce font size to desired sight level
* Simple-One-Click option to download Bible Chapters
* Optimized Download Speed for the fastest user experience
Our Mission on YorubaBible.Net is to provide every Yoruba bible lover from every parts of the world a mobile friendly bible that makes the old testament and new testament yoruba bible easy to read and understand. We are a group of Bible Loving Youths striving for a cross platform access to the yoruba bible on all devices and web browsers both online and offline.
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YorubaBible.net, a Mobile App dedicated to the propagation of the gospel is powered by straleo LLC which is a Tax Deductible company in USA and Nigeria.
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http://educationalevents.org/contemplative-retreat
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"The people who were there--what a beautiful, open, committed group! An honor to share in this."
Cultivating Compassion on the River Contemplative Retreat
Cost: USD$375, includes transportation to the retreat center, seven meals, and two nights’ accommodations in a single room with individual sinks, desks, chairs, and reading lamps. There are separate toilet and shower facilities for women and men. Additional guestrooms will be available a short distance from the retreat location at the Saint John’s Abbey Guesthouse (single rooms with private baths).
The contemplative retreat begins with a midday meal on Tuesday, April 16, and concludes on Thursday, April 18, after the midday meal. Return transportation is on your own; return to the MSP airport will be facilitated during the retreat.
Join Reverend Ward Bauman at the Episcopal House of Prayer for an opportunity to process the rich and varied experiences of the conference and to integrate our learning. This contemplative retreat will provide space to discern God’s voice, both within you and in the world; provide guidance in the search for wisdom; teach forms of contemplative prayer; and offer training in the inner work of spiritual life.
Susan Sink will lead the group in an Introduction to The Saint John's Bible presentation and tour of the current exhibit. In a multi-media presentation, we will explore the techniques, themes, and process behind the creation of this first illuminated, hand-written bible on vellum in five hundred years. Following the presentation, the group will tour the exhibition of original pages from The Saint John’s Bible with attention to particular illuminations.
The House of Prayer is located on the Saint John’s University campus which is the home of the Saint John's Illuminated Bible. In 1998, Saint John's Abbey and University commissioned renowned calligrapher Donald Jackson to produce a hand-written, hand-illuminated Bible. Susan Sink will lead a time to explore this work of art that unites an ancient Benedictine tradition with the technology and vision of today, illuminating the Word of God for a new millennium.
The Episcopal House of Prayer and its Oratory are a blend of wood, glass, and stone, designed to evoke an experience of solitude and awareness of God’s presence. It is situated on five acres of wooded land provided by Saint John’s Abbey, a Roman Catholic Benedictine abbey in Collegeville, Minnesota.
Ward Bauman is an ordained Episcopal priest and director of the Episcopal House of Prayer in Collegeville and Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Originally from California, he has traveled the world spiritually and physically, living in Iran for many years where he studied Sufism and Buddhism. He is the author of Sacred Food for Soulful Living and co-author of The Luminous Gospels. He considers his spiritual mentor to be the great Christian German mystic Meister Eckhart. Working with people in the great spiritual dimensions of their lives is his motivation.
Susan Sink is a poet and writer, author of Habits, The Way of All the Earth and three volumes of The Art of The Saint John’s Bible: A Reader’s Guide. She is also the administrator of the Episcopal House of Prayer.
Cultivating Compassion on the River
April 11: Leadership Institute
April 11: Spirituality and Health Care Institute
April 12: Free Community Event
April 12-14: Conference
April 13, 14: Field Trip
April 15: Pilgrimage
April 16-18: Contemplative Retreat
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https://cennetwork.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/russian-orthodox-church-cancels-summit-over-gay-rights-squabble/
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Members of the Russian Orthodox Church have this week cancelled a joint summit with the Finnish Lutheran Church over a disagreement between the two churches regarding their stance on LGBT rights.
Archbishop Kari Mäkinen of the Finnish Lutheran’s claims the Russian Orthodox Church demanded that he sign a statement condemning gays and lesbians in advance of the planned event.
Archbishop Mäkinen refused and stated that he would not attend the summit, which was planned to be on the subject of Christianity and anthropology.
Talking later to press the Archbishop said “[our church] doesn’t directly condemn homosexuality”.
The Russian Orthodox Church has always held strong anti-gay views and in the past has been a large supporter of Russia’s ban on ‘homosexual propaganda’. Members of the church have often spoken out against homosexuals and alternative lifestyles within Russia.
Despite the Finnish Lutheran’s refusal to accept the Russian Orthodox Church’s homophobic views they have stated that they wish to continue cooperating with their Russian counterparts in the future.
The Finnish Lutheran church is the official state church of Finland and receives large support from state taxes. Although gay marriage is illegal in Finland LGBT people living in the country are protected by a number of anti-discrimination laws and LGBT individuals are much more accepted than in Russia.
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http://firstshreveport.org/category/frontpage/
| 2018-04-25T21:43:43 |
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We invite your family to celebrate with our family this Christmas Eve. Each year we come together in worship with hope and joy to celebrate the gift of Jesus Christ through message, song and communion. FaithLink Family Service at 3:00PM in Emmett Hook Center and Candlelight Traditional Service at 5:30 & 7:30PM in the sanctuary. We hope you’ll join us.
Get out your guns, and get ready for the season with this fun time of fellowship. Last year we raised over $14,000 for the David Toms Foundation, The Methodist Children’s Home, the Allendale Friendship House, and other local missions. There are a wide range of sponsorship levels so that you and your company can help children in need in our local area. The First UMC/David Toms Sporting Clays Tournament is a great opportunity to get ready for hunting season and will be held at the Los Paloma Sporting Range & Event Center. Teams will consist of 5 shooters and the cost includes a great brunch! There will also be a silent auction at the tournament. Players will need to bring a 12 or 20 guage shotgun along with about 125 shells and eye/ear protection. Minors must be accompanied by a parent! The tournament will benefit various local charities as well as the David Toms Foundation. Registration begins at 7:30 AM the day of the tournament. The tournament begins at 8:30 AM and ends around 12:30 PM. We hope to see you there!
|1 (5) Person Team||$500.00|
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Today I dedicate this post to my Mommy! Yes I still call her Mommy! I am who I am because of who she is. She is such a free spirit, always evolving into something more beautiful than before.
I am proud of her in so many ways! She is writing a book about her life and what a life she has had but the awesome thing about her, is that through it all she continued to trust God and taught me to do the same. I think the biggest mistakes some parents make is hiding the truth from their children, kids find out anyways! My mom was the opposite, if she wanted to cry she would, if she was angry we knew it but in those moments she would always turn to God. We would join hands and pray and believe God and He would show up EVERY TIME!
She is the reason I know God, the reason I know to trust Him in every storm, the reason I am who I am. She allowed me to grow freely in who I am.
I love writing and sharing my life mainly because she taught me that! She writes poetry and is always asked to do speaking engagements! And funny because so many people look at her one-sided but I have had the pleasures of seeing every side of her! And I know that God gave her to me!
She writes me love notes and the funny thing is, I would always write her little notes as a child. And in her book she is including a lot of things me and my siblings have written to her.
Just last week, I found this picture she gave me. It’s now hanging in my room!
If you don’t have anything to give people, give them your words and your love, those are the things that last in life!
Love you Mommy,
Ms. Karen Minor-2nd Born
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DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE
MARCH FOR LIFE
News & More
A Message from the National March for Life
Written by Art O'Brien
Respect Life Leader
St Joseph’s, Garden City
Get Ready for Events During January 2023!
Please visit this site regularly to keep up with events scheduled across the Diocese of Rockville Centre and help for planning your own pilgrimage.
What is the March for Life in Washington D.C.?
The March for Life in Washington D.C. began as a grassroots response of pro-lifers nationwide to Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion throughout the 9 months of a woman’s pregnancy. Each year, inspired by the Holy Spirit’s gift of Reverence, Catholics and all people of good will come together at our Nation’s Capital to pray and publicly intercede on behalf of the unborn, their parents, families, our communities, our nation and its leaders – that this prayerful presence may open hearts, minds, souls to the fullness of the Gospel of Life in our lives and laws.
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I am sitting at home thinking about Christmas past and it was significantly different than what I see my children and grandchildren experiencing today. I grew up in a family that was poor, at least our Dad convinced us we were but we were less poor than many of our cousins and friends in the neighborhood. Christmas for us was being in the church performance as some member of the nativity. We had to learn songs and presentations and bible verses. Christmas eve was always church and we received a bag with a candy cane, hard candy and mixed nuts(not the kind that are shelled). Christmas morning was one present, something we had wished for all year, and a stocking filled with an apple, an orange and once again mixeed nuts. There were no ipads or computers, we played in the snow, visited cousins, aunts, uncles and grandpa and grandmas. Our play was outside in the snow with a sled or ice skates. Christmas eve was at Grandpa and Grandma Sanborn’s usually with Alaskan King Crab and Midnight Mass. Christmas day was home in the morning and then off to Foxhome to be with all my mom’s family. It was incredible and we usually had to perform a song and gifts were exchanged. We drew names and set a limit but the gifts were somehow always amazing.
Christmas for my children will be a cruise with my oldest son’s wifes family and her brother’s family. Then they will spend Christmas at home for the first time in many years. Usually they spent it with me in Orlando but the grandchildren are getting older and wanted to be home. I will drive up for Christmas morning. I’ll be working from the 14-24th in Miami so a bit of a drive. Presents for them are many and of course a very special large one from Santa. My Indiana son, youngest, his wife and daughter will spend Christmas at his home and leave the next day to drive to Orlando to spend a week with me. I am sure we will have some Park adventures while they are here.
So what does Christmas mean to me. An opportunity to spend time with family and yes, I still attend church. I still enjoy the mixed nuts even though I have to shell them, and I am incredibly grateful that my children and their children have good lives and wonderful families. Is there any better Christmas than that? Yes, friends, extended family though far away, an older sister I love dearly and just thankful for each day I look down and my feet are above ground. Life is good, Christmas is different but the love and caring will never change.
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God, the Devil, and Divorce: A Transformative Journey out of Emotional and Spiritual Divorce
"If you divorce, Satan wins!" declares Linda's latest counselor.
Wrestling with the prospect of leaving her husband of twenty-five years, Linda is caught between the conservative Christian view of divorce and what she believes God is telling her. Linda's story chronicles her journey of recovery and her ever-deepening faith in God.
I was drawn in by this positive and life-affirming story about a woman who finds herself and her strength as her marriage deteriorates. She fights for her marriage, her husband, and herself, battling unseen enemies. This is an engaging book about the struggle of knowing when to fight, and when to give up and make a new life for oneself.
—Susy Flory, New York Times bestselling author or co-author of over a dozen memoirs,
Linda's personal testimony of faith and integrity, despite going through divorce twice, will give hope to devout Christian women and men who've have despaired of finding a good mate. Anyone who has been deceived by a charming selfish spouse who presents themselves as godly but are chronically abusive, unfaithful, indifferent, or addicted will find comfort in Linda's journey. Her journal entries reveal God's hand of care and protection in her life, helping her see what was happening, helping her escape destructive situations, giving her clarity as she second-guessed her decisions, helping her establish boundaries, and eventually guiding her to a loving husband who truly loves the Lord and has good character. She explains the biblical basis behind her decisions, and encourages others not to give up on finding a loving partner.
—Gretchen Baskerville, author,The Life-Saving Divorce
In this compelling, readable, and highly relatable memoir, Linda M. Kurth takes us deep inside what could be so many American homes and reveals the pain, joy, and discovery of motherhood, womanhood, and sexuality. Looking at Christianity from both the inside and outside, Kurth writes honestly about how her faith supported her as well as the challenges she faced when the choices she made conflicted with some of her fellow Christian’s mores.
William Kenower, author of Fearless Writing: How to Create Boldly and Write with Confidence
A memoir [that] recounts a difficult marriage and a woman’s subsequent empowerment through faith… Kurth delves deep into the emotional state of her household, creating an admirable portrait of how toxic atmospheres have real mental and physical consequences… Intriguing is the author’s post-divorce evolution on the Christian dating scene. Surrounded by other “beautiful, intelligent women of God” affected by bad marriages, Kurth embraced a range of conservative and liberal schools of Christian thought that will surely speak to readers also questioning what they really want. While a distressing marriage takes center stage, this account offers refreshing takes on starting over.
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Whilst Durham School has a strong Anglican tradition, we welcome pupils of all religions and beliefs and value the contribution their experiences and insights bring to the school.
Our beautiful chapel is both literally and figuratively at the heart of the school. The building sits at the top of the school site commanding a magnificent view of Durham Cathedral, and is where the entire school meets together four times a week. If you ask former pupils what they most miss about Durham School, the answer is frequently ‘Chapel’.
The Chapel was built in the 1920s as a memorial to the 98 Old Dunelmians who died in the First World War. During the Second World War a further 79 Old Dunelmians were killed, and the names from both wars are inscribed on the pillars inside the Chapel.
What Happens In Chapel?
Our main chapel service is on Friday afternoons and rounds off the school week. On three other days there is a morning service. One Friday service in each half-term is Holy Communion and at least one other is planned and led by pupils. The annual Service of Remembrance, held on the Friday before Remembrance Sunday, is a particularly poignant occasion as we remember the dead and pray for peace.
Each term we hold a service in the Cathedral, and we also go there for our annual Christmas Service of Lessons and Carols. Parents and friends are welcome at these Cathedral services, in which pupils are encouraged to play an active role.
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Psalm 46. Deus noster refugium
GOD is our hope and strength : a very present help in trouble.
2. Therefore will we not fear, though the earth be moved : and though the hills be carried into the midst of the sea;
3. Though the waters thereof rage and swell : and though the mountains shake at the tempest of the same.
4. The rivers of the flood thereof shall make glad the city of God : the holy place of the tabernacle of the most Highest.
5. God is in the midst of her, therefore shall she not be removed : God shall help her, and that right early.
6. The heathen make much ado, and the kingdoms are moved : but God hath shewed his voice, and the earth shall melt away.
7. The Lord of hosts is with us : the God of Jacob is our refuge.
8. O come hither, and behold the works of the Lord : what destruction he hath brought upon the earth.
9. He maketh wars to cease in all the world : he breaketh the bow, and knappeth the spear in sunder, and burneth the chariots in the fire.
10. Be still then, and know that I am God : I will be exalted among the heathen, and I will be exalted in the earth.
11. The Lord of hosts is with us : the God of Jacob is our refuge.
Psalm 47. Omnes gentes, plaudite
O CLAP your hand together, all ye people : O sing unto God with the voice of melody.
2. For the Lord is high, and to be feared : he is the great King upon all the earth.
3. He shall subdue the people under us : and the nations under our feet.
4. He shall choose out an heritage for us : even the worship of Jacob, whom he loved.
5. God is gone up with a merry noise : and the Lord with the sound of the trump.
6. O sing praises, sing praises unto our God : O sing praises, sing praises unto our King.
7. For God is the King of all the earth : sing ye praises with understanding.
8. God reigneth over the heathen : God sitteth upon his holy seat.
9. The princes of the people are joined unto the people of the God of Abraham: for God, which is very high exalted, doth defend the earth, as it were with a shield.
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http://saintjohngoc.org/
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Welcome to St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Tampa, Florida!
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the one, Holy and catholic and apostolic church.
The church shall seek to fulfill its mission by:
- Embracing the Spiritual Life of the Orthodox Church through regular prayer, worship and frequent participation in the sacraments.
- Supporting the Church through stewardship of time and talent and sacrificial giving.
- Providing a welcoming, caring, loving environment.
- Having its members exemplify Orthodox Christian character and morals.
- Supporting ministries that facilitate the overall mission of the Church.
- Exemplifying commitment to community service and charitable outreach.
- Creating an environment which encourages members to grow in their faith.
May God Bless you and give you strength!
Sunday Orthros 8:45 a.m.
Sunday Divine Liturgy 10 a.m.
Monday, March 23
-Great Compline @ 5:30 p.m.
-Bible Study @ 6:30 p.m. in Admin Building
-Orthodoxy 101 Part 3 @ 6:30 p.m. in church
Tuesday, March 24
-Women’s Bible Study @ 9:30 a.m.
-Bible Study East Tampa @ 6:30 p.m.
-Bible Study South Tampa @ 6:30 p.m.
-Basketball @ 8 p.m.
-Parish Council Meeting @ 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25
-Men’s Bible Study @ 7:30 a.m.
-Orthros & Divine Liturgy for Annunciation @ 8:45 a.m.
-Canon of St. Andrew of Crete @ 6 p.m.
-Choir Practice @ 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 26
-Young Adult Bible Study @ 6:30 p.m.
-Adult Greek School @ 6 p.m.
Friday, March 27
-Akathist Hymn @ 6:30 p.m.
-Divine Liturgy @ 8:15 p.m.
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This dissertation examines four bestselling Christian novels published in the United States between 1850 and 1900: Uncle Tom’s Cabin (1852) by Harriet Beecher Stowe, The Gates Ajar (1868) by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps, Ben-Hur (1880) by Lew Wallace, and In His Steps (1896) by Charles Sheldon. These four books reached millions of readers in a time when many Christians refused to read novels at all, helping to launch what is today a $4B Christian merchandise industry. More importantly, amid what Nathan Hatch has called the “democratization of American Christianity,” popular Christian novels offered a measure of cultural unity, despite splintering churches and increasing skepticism.
To explain these novels’ literary popularity and religious impact, I approach them as what I call “surrogate Scriptures.” Just as surrogates are both representatives and substitutes, in a sense these novels can both replace the Bible and point readers back to it. All four novels confirm the Bible’s centrality and authority in Christian theology and practice, but they also showcase changing attitudes toward reading, understanding, interpreting, and applying Biblical content. The four novelists I study here stake out very different positions on these issues, but they all contribute to a vibrant and fascinating Christian literary culture.
Each of my four chapters evaluates one or more of three related theological concepts: revelation, hermeneutics, and exegesis. Chapter 1, on Uncle Tom’s Cabin, examines the role of Bible reading in Augustine St. Clare’s conversion. I show how Stowe transforms the “take and read” scene from St. Augustine’s Confessions to link Bible reading to social action. In Chapter 2 I evaluate intertextuality in The Gates Ajar, in light of the novel’s diary-like structure. I track several of Phelps’ allusions and quotations, and show how she uses a range of artistic and theological resources to offer her readers both comfort and creativity. Next, in Chapter 3 I analyze the Magi’s origin stories in Ben-Hur, in light of doctrines of Christian supersessionism. These narratives, I argue, promote the idea that the Magi’s respective cultures and religions must inevitably give way to Christianity. Finally, Chapter 4 examines the role of writing and ethics in In His Steps. I contend that even though the characters ask “what would Jesus do?” to inform all their ethical decisions, they actively avoid studying or even reading any texts, especially the Bible.
Overall, my study contributes to the existing scholarly literature by enriching and complicating our understanding of Christian bestsellers, and of 19th-century attitudes toward reading and applying the Bible. These four novels, though only representing a small portion of 19th-century Christian fiction, demonstrate diverse and sophisticated ideas about reading, faith, and imagination. Christian readers, writers, and publishers approached cultural engagement cautiously, especially with art forms that could distract or even mislead believers. Evaluating their strategies in terms of Biblical authority, not just doctrine or content, gives us a flexible and sophisticated framework for understanding a range of Christian fiction, both historical and contemporary.
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- Get Involved
- About the Ads
- Why Peace?
- What is Peace?
- Hard Questions
- Famous Pacifists
- Theology of Peace
- History of Peace Churches
- User Guide
- 1000 Acts of Peace
History of Peace Churches
While there is lots of history from many sectors of society for nonviolent peace building, for the purposes of this site we'll stick with the Mennonite story.
Mennonites are known for their "peace position" and are often referred to as one of the "historic peace churches" (along with the Church of the Brethren and the Society of Friends). Their witness against violence and warfare is demonstrated in conscientious objection to military service and a quest for alternatives to violence.
Traditionally Mennonites have expressed their beliefs about the way of peace in the language of "nonresistance," derived from literal obedience to the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 5:38ff.: "resist not evil, turn the other cheek, love your enemies."
This approach reflects the fact that in the earlier part of the 20th century, many Mennonites hesitated to be identified as "pacifists." They made a point of distinguishing between their own commitment to biblical "nonresistance" and the "pacifism" of other religious and political groups whose position was considered to be based more on humanistic or philosophical views than on biblical authority.
This view remains central for many Mennonites. Other Mennonites have refocused the peace testimony during the last generation as a primary theme in the identity of the Mennonite churches. As Mennonites have responded to the events of the times, their thinkers have created a comprehensive peace theology; denominational agencies have developed extensive programs of peace education and sociopolitical and peace activism.
Mennonite church life has thus continually been challenged with opportunities to demonstrate the meaning of Mennonites' professed adherence to the way of peace.
- excerpted from GAMEO. For a more detailed history of Mennonites and peace, visit the Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online (GAMEO).
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https://www.westendhomefoundation.org/wehf-welcomes-our-new-program-officer/
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We are excited to announce that Chandra Allen has joined the Foundation staff to fill our new Program Officer position. Chandra is a native Nashvillian. She brings a diversity of experience in both the nonprofit and commercial sectors. Chandra has served as Director of Education, Programs, and Connections at Scarritt-Bennett Center; Customer Experience Manager at The Egly Agency (Farmers Insurance); and Director of Children’s Ministry at Second Presbyterian Church. Chandra is passionate about connecting with people in an intentional way and being a collaborative partner alongside underserved communities and marginalized populations.
Chandra earned a Masters of Divinity from Vanderbilt Divinity School and a Bachelor of Arts in German (Honors) from Davidson College.
In her free time, Chandra enjoys reading, cooking and spending time outdoors with her husband and three children.
Please join us in welcoming Chandra to the Foundation. She is looking forward to meeting you and working with you in the weeks, months and years ahead. Her email address is [email protected] or you may reach her by phone at 629-240-5838.
By BCI|2023-01-17T20:00:24+00:00September 15th, 2021|News|Comments Off on WEHF Welcomes Our New Program Officer
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Not Just Words in the App Store
A free Bible Search application written for Little Watchman.
• search for combinations using and, or, not
• automatically searches for other forms of the search words
• search using an optional thesaurus to find verses you might not have thought of
• pray matches pray, prays, praying, prayer, prayers, prayed...
• search for a list of references
• restrict searches to certain books of the Bible
• copy search results to the clipboard for use in other apps
• view the verse in parallel in all the available versions at the same time
• four bibles supported NIV, NKJV, NASB, AMP
Making finding the verses easy to help you make the most of every opportunity
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https://cranfieldandmarstonvale.co.uk/central-beds-council/bedfordshire-lieutenancy-lord-lieutenants-service-of-thanksgiving/?shared=email&msg=fail
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The Lord-Lieutenant’s Service of Thanksgiving was held at St Paul’s Church, Bedford on Sunday 10 October 2021 to give thanks, remember and look forward in hope as the nation emerges from the challenges of the pandemic.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis was accompanied by her husband Professor Joe Nellis, and supported by the Vice Lord-Lieutenant, Colonel Chris Sharwood-Smith MBE and three of her Lord-Lieutenant Cadets.
The high sheriff of Bedfordshire Eric Masih, the speaker of Bedford Borough Council, the mayor of Luton, the chairman of Central Bedfordshire Council, the chief fire officer, the chief constable, the police & crime commissioner, town mayors from across Bedfordshire, and many other representatives of countywide organisations joined the congregation.
The service, which was held in line with current COVID-19 guidelines, was led by the Revd Canon Kevin Goss and the address and blessing was given by the Bishop of Bedford The Rt Rev Richard Atkinson OBE.
The Royal British Legion County Standard was presented during the first hymn and two of the Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadets presented the Lieutenancy Flag and the Bedfordshire Flag.
The service was in three parts. People from all sections of the community who were involved in the pandemic were invited to share their experiences and this was an opportunity to give thanks for their contribution.
This included local GPs involved in setting up vaccination centres, a volunteer who provided meals for key workers and people in need, a Care Home Manager, military personnel, a vaccination centre volunteer and a COVID survivor. Each of them had a different story to tell, all of which were truly inspiring.
The service then had a period of remembrance when representatives of faith communities were invited to light candles whilst the choir sang, and the congregation was given time to reflect.
This led the service into the final part when the Bishop of Bedford blessed locally grown saplings representing the new hope of life.
The saplings were presented to the Bishop by Lord-Lieutenant Cadets and will be planted in three schools in Bedfordshire to celebrate HM The Queen’s Green Canopy.
Speaking after the service the Lord-Lieutenant said:
“It was a very emotional Bedfordshire Service of Thanksgiving, Remembrance and Hope at St Paul’s Church. I was really inspired and greatly moved by the stories of how so many went the extra mile to help during the pandemic.
“I was delighted to have the opportunity to collectively give thanks to these people, and hundreds more in Bedfordshire, whilst also remembering those sadly lost.
“I am looking forward to planting the saplings across Bedfordshire and delight in the thought of children playing under those trees in the years to come.”
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https://www.roaddogmg.com/post/the-least-of-these-a-christmas-story
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The Least of These: A Christmas Story
"Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.’ Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’”
There are "Christmas Movies" and then there are "Movies that become a tradition to watch at Christmas." The Least of These: A Christmas Story is exactly that, a movie that will become a tradition.
The typical "feel-good" holiday season movie is usually very predictable and you know the plot is similar to the last few you just watched. This movie, however, grabs you from the start and never lets go.
Rose, played by Loretta Lynn's granddaughter, Tayla Lynn, is a single-mother, struggling every day to make ends meet, while raising her young daughter on a waitress' salary. They end each day in their "home", which is a car, not heated, not running, just a shelter from the elements. This is where they have their evening conversations. Where Rose uses her gift as an escape from reality, even if for a little while. Where mother and daughter hold hands and thank God for all their blessings. In a place where some would argue, what could they possibly be thankful for, this film takes you on a heart-felt, emotional journey through the ups and the downs.
This is one to purchase and watch over and over. While reminding us of what Christmas is truly about. It also serves as a reminder, any time of the year, that faith, forgiveness and love are among the most powerful things we have to hold onto.
Make sure to check out the trailer above and keep up with these artists as I could definitely see a follow-up here.
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C A R E
CREATE A RIPPLE EFFECT
Sometimes when we least expect it, God whispers to us in such a way that we know beyond a shadow of doubt that this is what we are meant to do. This is one of those times and Cast Your Stone is not just a business, it is a grassroots, hands on movement to show the world what God's love really is all about.
We start in the community by helping people. It may be as simple as mowing a yard, repairing a car or helping with repairs to a home. You don't always know a person's situation or need. They work hard for their family, but things just don't always work out. Cast Your Stone wants to help people get through their struggles by being generous in service with God's love. We want to not only encourage those we help, but encourage and inspire others to C A R E, create a ripple effect.
Every act of service, like a stone, serves a purpose, a divine purpose, to give and to be love, kindness, grace and courage. To give back to the world, to create a ripple of generosity and hope to those that touch our souls and that we know God has placed before us.
From this day forward, we will create a ripple of all good things because He has clearly shown us that He has plans for us to follow with love and service.
Jesus said, "For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me".........."when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!"
Matthew 25: 35-36, 40
#Love, #Joy, #Tenderness, #Kindness, #Encouragement, #Peace, #Mercy, #Honor,
#Compassion, #Hope, #Grace, #Strength, #Courage, #Patience, #Generosity
All these beautiful, affirming words that could be used as stepping stones….laid out one by one by one to create a pathway - a mosaics of inspirational truths - showing others what God’s love is really all about.
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https://collegeavenuepresbyterianchurch.org/
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We are a warm and loving community with varied backgrounds, talents, and ages. We come together as a family to worship our Lord, Jesus Christ. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, our mission is to nurture, educate, and strengthen one another, enabling us to minister to the needs of God’s children, whoever and wherever they may be.
WORSHIP WITH USWorship of the Living God is the heart of our experience together. Join us for worship and for fellowship and Sunday School following worship.
Fellowship: 9:45-10:15 am
Sunday School: 10:15-10:45am
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http://eden-online.xooit.com/t121-Gods-Answer-To-Mans-Doubts.htm
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Ours is a scientific age – a skeptical age – an age of questions. Men are bewildered, perplexed, and they can find no abiding peace. The world about them but reflects the chaos in their own hearts. We are living in an era of doubt. The author of this stimulating volume has watched men battling doubts, and in this book he shouts triumphantly, "God has the answer!” Author Ayer goes to the only source of stability in our scientific age – the Bible – and gives us Scripture’s reassuringly concrete answers to all man’s questions, doubts and perplexities. Speaking earnestly to both the saved and the unsaved, the author tells us not to listen to the strange voices in the world, the false words of man’s superficial wisdom, but to hear eagerly the true and faithful words that satisfy forever – the answer of God.
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http://synergymin.blogspot.com/2008/03/todays-prayer_13.html
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Thursday, March 13, 2008
Lord, You are the vine, and I am a branch. I want to abide in You and You in me, so that I will bear much fruit, for without You, I can do nothing ... If I abide in You, and Your words abide in me, I will ask what I desire, and it shall be done for me. I pray that Your desires will be my desires; that Your Word will be held close in my heart. By this Our Father is glorified, that I bear much fruit, so I will be Your disciple. Thank You for loving me and accepting me as Your child and disciple. I pray that I will always remain full of Your joy and love others as You have loved me. (Based on John 15:5-12). In Your name I pray, amen.
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每周活動預告 Weekly Bulletin
最新消息 Latest News
常用連結 Useful Links
學校願景 (School Vision)
本校以信德熱誠為辦學宗旨，本著基督及會祖聖若翰喇沙的仁愛精神，推行人文和基督教育，以 「 行健自強 」為訓，建立真誠、開放、積極的校園文化，勗勉學生在學習及工作上追求卓越，培育學生忠誠、廉潔的德行，並推動學生發展德、智、體、群、美五育及開拓個人潛能，服務社會，建立和平與正義的世界。
Based on our Christian belief and the LaSallian Spirit "Faith and Zeal" rendered to us by our forefather St. John Baptist De La Salle, our vision is to provide a human and Christian education. With the motto “Labore et Virtute”, we intend to cultivate on our campus an ambience of sincerity, openness and enthusiasm; instill in students a sense of loyalty and integrity; and most of all, promote the development of students' potential, while fostering the five virtues: ethics, intellect, physique, social skills and aesthetics. We want our students to be able to excel in their pursuit of work and studies, serve the community and create a world of peace and justice.
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https://africadaily.org/christ-is-risen-indeed-catholic-and-anglican-bishops-in-seychelles-share-messages-of-hope-for-easter/
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Christians in Seychelles joined the wrest of the world to celebrate Easter on Sunday. (Joe Laurence – File photo)
As Christians in Seychelles join others in the world to celebrate Easter, the Roman Catholic and Anglican church leaders in the island nation are bringing a message of renewal and of not being afraid of anything.
Bishop Alain Harel of the Roman Catholic Diocese said, “Happy Easter, as we allow ourselves to be renewed by the death and resurrection of Jesus.”
Harel said that the health of a tree depends to a large extent on its roots and in the same way “the good health of each of our lives, but also of our families, the Church and society, depends on our roots.”
“The 40 days of Lent were a privileged time to put down our roots in Jesus and, through him, in the life of the Trinity. By immersing our roots in this source of living water of God’s love, we renew ourselves profoundly as individuals, families, the Church and society,” he added.
Harel said there must be renewal “in the way we live together: by taking care of our family so that it becomes an oasis of peace; by participating in the life of our parish so that it is welcoming, close to those who suffer and expresses, with joy, its faith in the Risen Jesus; by behaving as responsible citizens in our canton and on our roads, in our work and in our social life.”
“By putting down our roots in Jesus, we are invited to follow him and to cross over into the breach that Jesus opened by his death and Resurrection: a breach in the barriers of indifference and sometimes even hatred that we erect between ourselves; a breach in our individualism that isolates us and leads us to develop a mentality of ‘let’s make the most of it and after us comes the flood!,” said the Bishop.
He concluded by saying, “Following in Jesus’ footsteps, let us pass from death to life, renewing the way we live our human vocation, in keeping with our deepest nature: that of sons and daughters of God in Jesus. Happy Easter.”
Anglican Bishop James Wong said that Easter is here and it means for believers is that “we serve a risen Saviour. The grave could not hold Christ; He defeated death. He paid the price for our sins with his own blood. And the consequences for us are huge. Or if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life.”
Wong said “Because Christ resurrected and lives, we will to live, both in this life and in the life to come. The message of Easter also tells us: You need not be afraid of anything -not life with all its insecurities, its conflicts, its uncertainties; you should not be afraid of even death itself. You do not need to fear anything – no fear.”
The Bishop added that “when your spirit is filled with the unshakable strength of God in the name of Jesus Christ, you get faith so deeply planted within you that when crises hit you, as they sometimes do suddenly, you automatically can face life courageously and not be dismayed and not be afraid.”
He ended his message by saying “As you reflect on the message of Easter, remember: Easter is here. Be transformed. Be resurrected. Be not afraid! He is risen indeed. Alleluia!”
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https://flissandmax.blogspot.com/
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A ship's bell hangs alongside three rather more ancient bells in the bell tower of a beautiful Lincolnshire church, St John the Baptist, Belleau.
It came from a full-rigged sailing ship "Bacchus" which was wrecked not far away, on the east coast of England. She was carrying a cargo of timber, sprang a leak and was grounded.
|Image from shipnostalgia.com and State Library of Queensland|
Bacchus, launched in 1867 from Liverpool, was wrecked in November 1902. The image above shows the wreck which was taken to Hull. In 1903 she was sold to be broken up - £1150.
Her bell was bought at auction, I believe, then gifted to a small tin chapel in a village churchyard.
When the tin chapel was no longer fit for purpose the bell was moved to a beautiful church less than half a mile away and there it hangs today.
This church was rebuilt in 1862, of chalk, the exterior is faced with greenstone from a few miles away.
This old crusader watches over the place. More of him another time.
Linking today with Inspired Sunday
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Sunday, July 20, 2014
Posted by nuthinbutgospel at 4:35 PM
The Bishop's Choir - Trenton, NJ
The visionary of the music ministry of Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries, Inc., Trenton, New Jersey was birthed by the Minister of Music, Jeanne Wilcox-Rawls, the Bishop's daughter. The Mass Choir and the Gospel Chorus came together to form "The Bishop's Choir" in honor of our pastor and founder, Bishop Jerome S. Wilcox. The name of this choir was derived by First Lady, Mae E. Wilcox, who suggested the choir be called "The Bishop's Choir", as they would minister primarily on pastoral Sundays.
The main focus of this church choir is to minister in song to lost soul as the Church's motto so poignantly states..."Christ our message...Souls our mission." Undoubtedly, "The Bishop's Choir" is one of the most "anointed" and "prolific" church choirs in the greater Trenton and Surrounding areas, whose songs are not only lyrical, soul stirring, energetic and diverse but life changing and evangelistic.
1. Pain To Praise*
2. Lord I Love You*
3. Lord I Love You (Reprise)
4. All I Can Give You Is Praise*
5. Praise The Name of Jesus
6. The Great I Am featuring Lorraine Stancil*
7. Stand Fast
8. Be Steadfast
9. When You Praise
10. He Will Answer Prayer*
11. Hand of the Lord
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Seawind Tours & Travel, Inc. invites you to view a sampling of our upcoming tours below. If you are interested in or registered for a tour not listed, please call us at (808) 949-4144.
Connoisseur's Cruise with Chef Alan Wong
New Zealand Explorer - Australia to New Zealand
February 17 - March 3, 2018
14 days on-board Crystal Symphony
Seawind Tours & Travel, Inc. proudly presents the sixth in our series of Connoisseur's Cruises with Chef Alan Wong: New Zealand Explorer Australia - New Zealand. This amazing, culinary-inspired cruise offers discerning travelers a luxurious and delicious travel experience, which also includes the Wong Way U – an interactive and creative cooking experience. To further enhance the 14-day cruise, an optional 3-night pre-cruise culinary adventure in Sydney, Australia at the Four Seasons is available for those with a cosmopolitan panache and an appetite for great food.
Please visit the tour website at www.seawindtours.com/chefalanwong for tour information!
2018 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Bishop Larry Silva and the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary
October 07 - 18, 2018
This greatly anticipated tour has been carefully designed and planned to provide participants with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The highly-customized itinerary includes Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem and is highlighted by private masses at the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy, the Church of the Annunciation, the Church of St. Catherine, and several others. Among the many special activities planned, are a visit to the Church of the Nativity – the birthplace of Jesus, an afternoon cruise on the Sea of Galilee and a midday float in the Dead Sea. The tour is highlighted by an early morning walk, accompanied by Bishop Silva and the Sacred Hearts Fathers, along the Via Dolorosa with its nine Stations of the Cross, to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
Experience the Holy Land, alongside Bishop Silva and the Sacred Hearts Fathers, with daily masses and guided tours of ancient monuments and sacred shrines. Enriched with history, culture and religion, this pilgrimage promises to be a celebration of faith and fellowship and an incredibly unique travel experience guaranteed to re-awaken your spirituality.
We invite you to explore our website, where you will find everything you need to know about the tour, itinerary, pricing, package options, travel insurance, registration and payment & cancellation policies. Please visit our website at www.seawindtours.com/holyland
Pilgrimage to Kalaupapa
with Bishop Larry Silva
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Sunday, March 11, 2018
Saturday, July 14, 2018
Sunday, October 28, 2018
This pilgrimage includes round-trip charter air transportation from Honolulu, ground transportation in Kalaupapa, a special Mass celebrated at St. Philomena Church, a guided tour of Kalaupapa and Kalawao narrated by a Kalaupapa Historian, a picnic-style lunch and Commemorative pilgrimage guide.
Guided tour sights to include: St. Damien’s Gravesite, St. Marianne’s Gravesite, Papaloa Cemetery, the Pier, St. Elizabeth’s Convent & Chapel, the foot of the Kalaupapa Trail, St. Francis Church, Visitors’ Quarters, Bayview Home, Kalaupapa Bookstore and Waihanau Valley
The tour operates from approximately 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The cost for the tour is $399.00 per person.
Early registration is recommended as space is limited. For more details, please call Ed Lane with Seawind Tours & Travel, Inc. at (808) 949-4144.
Please note: Travelers must be 16 years or older.
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The Mission of Stayton Christian School is:
To inspire students to love God and learning, build
excellent academic and spiritual foundations, and equip
students for lifelong achievement and Christian calling.
Welcome to Stayton Christian School's Home Page!
We are located in Stayton, Oregon, a few miles southeast of Salem. We are housed in the Stayton Christian Church facilities located at 189 East Washington Street in Stayton.
Use the navigation buttons to the left for more detailed information about our school as well as the latest news and activities.
Thank you for visiting our website. We hope to hear from you soon.
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All analogies are imperfect. But they can help point to truths that are not always clear. This is an attempt to that end - what Jesus did for me.
I am one who is grievously in debt. I come from a family of debtors. I am a chronic debtor, in a word, a debtor by nature. And the debt that I have accumulated has been acquired foolishly and irresponsibly. I owe immense sums of money and my debt continues to grow. Payment is long overdue. The Law Court, in fact, has already judged me in violation of its Law because of my debt. And the Court has issued a verdict that demands my punishment, entailing life imprisonment or until such time as all the debt, interest, and penalties have been paid in full - something I would never be able to do in a million lifetimes. Despite that reality, I have continued to irresponsibly and habitually add to my large debt. And deep inside I know there is no way of evading the judgment of the Law Court. Hopelessly, I can only wish that someone would take my place before the Law and save me from my punishment and pay off my debt. But that seems only a dream.
Yet Someone, a Person completely just and debt-free before the Law, has indeed stepped forward. Unbeknownst to me, long before I was born, this Person had arranged with the Law Court to be my Surety for all the debt and penalties I would accumulate - past, present, future. Even more, He had also contracted to make me a joint-heir to His family fortune, to be put into force upon taking my place. Without my involvement, the Law Court had ruled and accepted Him as my Surety and as a result all judgments upon me were to be accounted legally in His name. My Surety's benevolence towards me had preceded my predicament.
The Law Court thus imputed all my debt and punishment to Him. All my guilt was now His. He, not me, now legally owed the debt even though He was not by nature a debtor and had never incurred any debt and certainly not mine. He now legally owed what I owed. He, not me, was now liable before the Law for penalties that He had not incurred. In effect, the Law Court considered Him to be the debtor, even though I am the one who went into debt. And the Law Court assigned the judgment of imprisonment to be on His head, not mine. And in prison He would remain until every last penny was paid off.
The day of judgment comes. He is declared a guilty debtor. He is stripped of his freedom, put in chains and thrown into prison. And there He sits under my condemnation. But then from the bounty of His immense storehouse of wealth, He pays off my debt in full, including all penalties. In addition, according to the Court ruling, He executes the legal agreement making me a joint heir to all His wealth. Now wealthy in the eyes of the Law, the Court can never again judge me to be a debtor.
At the moment of my sentencing, the Law Court's official Emissary then brought me the good news that a Surety had set me free from my sentence and that I was absolved of all wrong doing! Believing against disbelief... yet something about the Emissary's message causes me to in fact believe. I joyously accept what has been done for me and go free. I am no longer liable to the Law Court because of the completed transaction enacted between the Court and my Surety. As in a dream - but it’s not a dream - Another has willingly been judged in my place. And because He legally took my place, the Law Court accounts me debt free. All my debt (past, present, and future) is blotted out and taken away. This, my Surety, freely did for me.
And, since this Person, standing in my place, has paid all my debts and penalties, the Law Court then no longer has any legal basis to continue his incarceration! Prison cannot hold Him. He has no debt in His Name. My debt is paid. The Law is satisfied. The justice of the Law requires that He be released. He served my sentence. He went to prison and paid my debt in full. He satisfied every judgment and demand of the Law Court. As to His own person, my Surety was not a debtor and never had been. Even though for a time the Law Court legally considered Him a debtor it no longer does. Once my debt was paid, He was vindicated to be what He had always been - without debt and just before the Law. And based on His substitution-sentence-serving, I am now declared just and without debt in the eyes of the Law Court. The Court is satisfied regarding all its demands for the Law to be upheld. It therefore no longer has any legal interest in me or my Surety. His perfect satisfaction of the Law is accounted [imputed] to me. Justice demanded by the Law and Mercy shown towards me have fully met in my gracious Surety.
I am no longer under the Law’s judgment. Rather, as pertaining to my debt and punishment I am now under the favor [grace] of the One who executed the office of Surety for me. And, little did I know until I was given the good news of my freedom from the Law’s condemnation, that the Surety who took my place was actually the One to whom all my debts were owed. And not only that, but He was also the very Judge who was presiding over my case. He paid for me that which I owed to His Court. He bore the sentence that His Court had passed on me. It is this One who took my debt and gave me his wealth. Sweet exchange, indeed.
"For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under law, but under grace" (Rom 6:14). All my debt (sin) has been remitted - paid by Another. Debt no longer can put me under the judgment of the Law. The Law is no longer hanging over my head because of my sin. All my debt - past, present, future - has been paid. How? - by the riches of His grace. I am no longer under Law but under Grace. Sin/Debt cannot reign over me ever again even though at times I do still sin/incur debt. Yet all those debts have been reckoned by the Law Court to be paid. Amazing grace. So now I consider myself a debtor not to the Law, but only to grace and to the Surety who forever stands between me and the Law's penalty.
“For the death that he died, he died unto sin [my debt] once: but the life that he lives, he lives unto God. Even so reckon ye also yourselves to be dead unto sin [my debt is as far from me as life is from death because the Law is satisfied with Christ's penalty payment], but alive unto God in Christ Jesus” [if you are dead to sin, you are alive to God] (Romans 6:10-11).
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life [by grace and favor] in Christ Jesus made me free from the law of sin [debt] and of death [punishment for debt]. For what the law could not do [it only demands, it doesn’t fulfill], in that it was weak through the flesh [my propensity to accrue debt], God, sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh [appearing as a debtor, though not one] and for sin [for my debt payment], condemned sin in the flesh [punished Jesus for my debt]]: that the ordinance of the law [its just sentence for debt and its demand for debt-freeness] might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh [i.e. my efforts to remove my own debt and earn freedom], but after the Spirit [Who creates in me the the eyes of faith to trust in the Surety given for me, for it is the Spirit who brings us the good news of Christ’s death on our behalf]” (Romans 8:1-4).
"Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person one would dare even to die— but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath of God. For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life. More than that, we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation." (Romans 5:1-11)
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With 2022 coming to a close, we want to take this opportunity to express our warmest greetings and our best wishes.
We sincerely appreciate your support and trust you have placed in us and wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas season filled with memories and love.
We look forward working with you in the new year and years to come.
Wishing you and your families all the best in the year of 2023.
May you have a great Christmas and an amazing year-end! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you!
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https://historic-la-mo.com/historic-buildings/first-methodist-episcopal-church/
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Built in 1867-68 by the First Methodist Episcopal Church. The building was used for worship until the merger in 1919 with the Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church South. The property was deeded by the church to the City of Louisiana in 1921. It was Louisiana City Hall until 1999. In 2002 the church building was an Art Center and community gathering place. At that time the original chandelier was still hanging from the dome metal ceiling and the building boasted a 30’s kitchen in the upstairs living quarters. Today the building holds the Belong Church of Louisiana.
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Rev. Ron Brown, pastor of Watson Tabernacle Primitive Baptist Church, will give the keynote speech at Campbell’s Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on Martin Luther King Day, at 6 p.m., Jan. 15.
The speech will be a part of a day of activities commemorating the life of the late King, a nationally prominent Civil Rights leader.
This is the 25th annual observance of the celebration of King’s life.
Campbell’s Chapel Church is at 311 Mill St., Pulaski.
A Unity March will start at 10:45 a.m. at the Courthouse Gazebo and continue at the Greater Richland Creek Central Building, 1095 Bledsoe Rd.
There will be refreshment, entertainment and speakers.
For more information, call 931-347-7755 or 931-309-1161.
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Doksany Castle is closed, it neighbors to the monastery.
The Premonstratensian Monastery was founded by Vladislaus II, Duke of Bohemia and his wife Gertruda as the second female monastery in our countries.
Abbey founded shortly before 1144 last until 1782.
After 1782, the abbey was converted into a mansion and farm buildings. The Romanesque Church of the Virgin Mary's Birth, the masonry of the basilica and the crypt was preserved. The church was rebuilt in the early Baroque; the prelature, convent and the gate was built at the end of the 18th century.
On the North of the monastery stands Church of St. Peter and Paul from the first half of the 13th century, rebuilt in Baroque.
Doksany Monastery owns the Royal Canon of Premonstratensians in Strahov.
Doksany Castle is owned by the Czech state
and is in care of the National Heritage Institute.
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This message is based on 1 John 1:1- 2:2.
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. 2 The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and has appeared to us. 3 We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. 4 We write this to make our joy complete.5 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.8 If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 10 If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us.
2 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.
Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
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Released by surprise at Roman Noon this Saturday, the following is the Vatican’s official English translation of a motu proprio letter of Benedict XVI on the Catholic identity and ecclesial oversight of the church’s charitable efforts.
Initially published in Latin by the Holy See, the text is entitled Intima Ecclesiae natura – in English, “The Church’s Deepest Nature,” with a subhead “De Caritate Ministranda”; that is, “On the Service of Charity”
The Church’s deepest nature is expressed in her three-fold responsibility: of proclaiming the word of God (kerygma-martyria), celebrating the sacraments (leitourgia) and exercising the ministry of charity (diakonia). These duties presuppose each other and are inseparable” (Deus Caritas Est, 25). […]
It is important, however, to keep in mind that “practical activity will always be insufficient, unless it visibly expresses a love for man, a love nourished by an encounter with Christ” (ibid., 34). In carrying out their charitable activity, therefore, the various Catholic organizations should not limit themselves merely to collecting and distributing funds, but should show special concern for individuals in need and exercise a valuable educational function within the Christian community, helping people to appreciate the importance of sharing, respect and love in the spirit of the Gospel of Christ. The Church’s charitable activity at all levels must avoid the risk of becoming just another form of organized social assistance (cf. ibid., 31). […]
Nevertheless, to the extent that such activities are promoted by the Hierarchy itself, or are explicitly supported by the authority of the Church’s Pastors, there is a need to ensure that they are managed in conformity with the demands of the Church’s teaching and the intentions of the faithful, and that they likewise respect the legitimate norms laid down by civil authorities. In view of these requirements, it became necessary to establish in the Church’s law certain essential norms inspired by the general criteria of canonical discipline, which would make explicit in this sector of activity the legal responsibilities assumed by the various subjects involved, specifying in particular the position of authority and coordination belonging to the diocesan Bishop. At the same time, the norms in question need to be broad enough to embrace the significant diversity of the institutions of Catholic inspiration which are engaged as such in this sector, whether those originating from the Hierarchy or those born of the direct initiative of the faithful, received and encouraged by the local Pastors. While it was necessary to lay down norms in this regard, there was also a need to consider the requirements of justice and the responsibility of Bishops before the faithful, with respect for the legitimate autonomy of each institution. […]
§ 1. The faithful have the right to join in associations and to establish agencies to carry out specific charitable services, especially on behalf of the poor and suffering. To the extent that these are linked to the charitable service of the Church’s Pastors and/or intend to use for this purpose contributions made by the faithful, they must submit their own Statutes for the approval of the competent ecclesiastical authority and comply with the following norms. […]
§ 3. In addition to observing the canonical legislation, the collective charitable initiatives to which this Motu Proprio refers are required to follow Catholic principles in their activity and they may not accept commitments which could in any way affect the observance of those principles.[…]
§ 2. A charitable agency may use the name “Catholic” only with the written consent of the competent authority, as laid down by canon 300 CIC.[…]
§ 1. The agencies referred to in Article 1 § 1 are required to select their personnel from among persons who share, or at least respect, the Catholic identity of these works.
§ 2. To ensure an evangelical witness in the service of charity, the diocesan Bishop is to take care that those who work in the Church’s charitable apostolate, along with due professional competence, give an example of Christian life and witness to a formation of heart which testifies to a faith working through charity. To this end, he is also to provide for their theological and pastoral formation, through specific curricula agreed upon by the officers of various agencies and through suitable aids to the spiritual life.
§ 3. It is the duty of the diocesan Bishop and the respective parish priests to see that in this area the faithful are not led into error or misunderstanding; hence they are to prevent publicity being given through parish or diocesan structures to initiatives which, while presenting themselves as charitable, propose choices or methods at odds with the Church’s teaching. […]
§ 3. In particular, the diocesan Bishop is to ensure that charitable agencies dependent upon him do not receive financial support from groups or institutions that pursue ends contrary to Church’s teaching. Similarly, lest scandal be given to the faithful, the diocesan Bishop is to ensure that these charitable agencies do not accept contributions for initiatives whose ends, or the means used to pursue them, are not in conformity with the Church’s teaching. […]
The diocesan Bishop is obliged, if necessary, to make known to the faithful the fact that the activity of a particular charitable agency is no longer being carried out in conformity with the Church’s teaching, and then to prohibit that agency from using the name “Catholic” and to take the necessary measures should personal responsibilities emerge. […]
I order that everything I have laid down in this Apostolic Letter issued Motu Proprio be fully observed, notwithstanding anything to the contrary, even if worthy of particular mention, and I decree that it be promulgated by publication in the daily newspaper L’Osservatore Romano and enter into force on 10 December 2012.
Given in Rome, at Saint Peter’s, on 11 November, in the year 2012, the eighth of my Pontificate.
BENEDICTUS PP. XVI
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The superstitious will be having a field day. A fire broke out in Paris’s St Sulpice Church four weeks ago, another one broke out last Saturday (the eve of Palm Sunday) in New York's Cathedral of St John the Divine, and yesterday saw Notre Dame in Paris go up in flames. All this is happening in the church’s season of Lent when Christians remember Christ’s period in the wilderness with a sustained period of prayer and reflection. So what does all this ecclesiastical burning tell us? That churches are an abomination in the sight of the Lord, that Christians are misguided in their beliefs, that God is reminding the world of the existence and value of churches, or merely that today’s workmen are prone to carelessness with their oxy-acetylene torches?
News of each fire reached me, not through my addiction to 24-hour news services from trusted organisations, but via my subscription to an organists’ group on Facebook. I’m not one to check Facebook very often (once a day is excessive for me), but a sustained period of “pings” on my phone woke me up at night as each organist-member wanted to get in with his or her expression of sorrow and regret. It amuses me that the first question raised in the case of each fire has not been “were there any casualties?”, but “has the organ suffered any damage?”. That’s not to say me and my fellow organists are heartless; merely that for us, the organ is a living, breathing animate object. Like other - ostensibly “normal” - people who post endless pictures of cats, dogs and babies along with grotesquely mawkish comments for their friends to share, we do the same with pipe organs. I’d like to think our comments are more elevated, but in truth, they’re not. We love our pipe organs, just as others, inexplicably, love their cats, dogs and babies.
And among all organists, there can be very, very few who do not love the sound of the wonderful instrument in Notre Dame, which has now been utterly destroyed and lost to us forever. It was the organ at which Louis Vierne died while giving an organ recital, and on which Pierre Cochereau effectively re-defined the art of improvisation. Hearing it live pouring out its soul in the vast, dark recesses of Notre Dame was an experience I could and will never forget, and to realise I will never experience it again is very much akin to losing a dear friend.
But as with all deaths, the legacy of memories ensures that death does not mean an end, but a beginning of new kind of relationship in which only the best aspects survive. Since Notre Dame was such a magnificent instrument, it was frequently recorded, and between church fires, I was privileged to be sent for review what must be now the last ever recording of the instrument; Olivier Latry’s “Bach to the Future” on La Dolce Vita (LDV69). That review is slated to appear in June’s copy of Gramophone magazine, so I will not reprint it here. Suffice to say, that it was heading towards one of my all-time favourite organ recordings before the emotional fillip afforded by yesterday’s fire. It won’t be leaving my CD player now for a good few weeks – unless, of course, the CD player itself overheats and the inevitable ensues. Luckily CD players are replaceable, as are organ CDs, which means that the irreplaceable lost in the Paris inferno, can live on long after the ashes have been swept up and the rebuilding completed.
In the spirit of love and bonding which follows such a catastrophe, I offer up some pictures which other people than I will enjoy, as well as one for my organist friends with whom I share a deep sorrow and a recommendation that, if they have not already got it, Olivier Latry’s spectacular all-Bach recital from Notre Dame – “Bach to the Future” – is just released on the La Dolce Vita label and needs to be snapped up with all haste.
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https://kurtamiller.wordpress.com/2013/04/16/is-your-church-body-strong/
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A critical need in the Western Church is a biblical understanding and implementation of Ephesians 4:11-16 through of the use key word ‘equipping’. It seems that many, including us pastors, do not fully understand what is meant by ‘equipping’, and why it is different from preaching and teaching.
Although preaching and teaching are essential elements in equipping, they cannot stand alone. Preaching and teaching are static. Equipping is active; it is not possible to equip without active involvement in ministry. As my friend, Dr. Tom Julien said, “Though the terms ‘equipping’ and ‘involvement’ are not synonyms, they are inseparable. Involvement creates a thirst for learning, and enables one to discover their spiritual gifts. Sitting in a class or taking a spiritual gift inventory both have merit, but do not necessarily equip for ministry.”
Ephesians 4:11-16, with all its implications is the key for the growth and unity of the church, for the development of each member to his full potential; for developing the church’s “joints and ligaments” as leaders through leadership teams. In fact, I contend this is exactly what the Apostle understood and meant to convey. Working in teams, whether two-by-two as Jesus sent the early disciples, or in larger teams of 4 or 5, ‘equipping’ happens through the experience of working together; of trying different things, of using different energies that lead us to better understanding of our own spiritual giftedness; of learning how to work alongside those who don’t always agree with us and finding ways to accomplish the task in unity. One Church. One Body. Strengthened through joints and ligaments firmly attached and functioning well!
“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes. Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.”(Ephesians 4:11-16 ESV)
Is your church body strong?
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https://www.babraham.cambs.sch.uk/web/collective_worship/381573
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As a Church of England voluntary controlled school, the act of Collective Worship forms an important part of each day. The worship is of a Christian nature, but great care is taken to ensure that children of other faiths feel included and comfortable. It is led by a Headteacher, one of the teachers, the vicar or a visitor.
The daily act of worship is an important part of the life of the school, helping children and staff to feel part of an inclusive community whatever the individual’s creed, colour or culture.
Our Aims of Collective Worship
- To nurture the school’s sense of community including pupils, staff, governors, parents and the local church and village communities.
- To develop shared morals and values.
- To encourage spiritual, social and moral development.
- To provide opportunities for the school to be part of the local community including the church.
- To celebrate the Festivals of Christianity and other world religions.
- To celebrate and remember the lives of special people.
- To develop empathy with the needs of others.
- To encourage respect and care for the world.
- To celebrate difference and diversity.
- To celebrate gifts, talents and achievements.
- To give time for reflection.
- To encourage feelings of awe, wonder and thankfulness.
- To experience a variety of forms of worship.
These will be developed through music, literature, art, silence and an awareness of the natural world.
The act of worship is an integral part of the whole curriculum.
Collective Worship and R.E. are planned separately though the themes sometimes overlap, particularly at major Christian Festivals.
We’re not a religious family! What will my child get from Collective Worship?
Collective Worship is set up so that all children and adults, of any faith or none, are invited to find out what Christians believe about God, the world and themselves. Children are given time to reflect and wonder about the big questions of life. Staff and pupils alike value this time of quiet and stillness as a way to bring the community together.
Parents do have the right to request that their child is withdrawn from collective worship. Such a request should be made in writing to the Headteacher. The pupil concerned would then be supervised elsewhere in school during assembly times.
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https://thetaalphachapter.com/memorial/
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With deepest sympathy, the Brothers of Theta Alpha Chapter regret to share that our Chapter Brother, Warren G. Lee Jr., who served as the 38th Grand Basileus of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, entered Omega Chapter, Monday, July 18, 2022.
Bro. Lee remained an active, financial member of Theta Alpha Chapter including participating during our recent chapter retreat on July 9, 2022.
Bro. Lee was elected the Fraternity’s International President during the 74th Grand Conclave in Little Rock, Arkansas in July 2006. He served two terms as our Fraternity’s elected leader. Prior to being elected Grand Basileus, Dr. Lee labored as the First Vice Grand Basileus and had also previously served as the Grand Keeper of Finance.
As Grand Basileus, Bro. Lee emphasized leadership through the mantra, “Making A Difference In The Lives Of Black People”. During Dr. Lee’s tenure, Omega men across the world mentored young men, organized, and executed countless social action programs, and donated millions to worthy causes.
Brother Lee was initiated into the Fraternity through the Eta Theta Chapter in 1971 at the University of Texas in Austin. As an undergraduate, Brother Lee served as the 23rd Second Vice Grand Basileus. Brother Lee was married to the former Loraine Green. His son, Warren Lee, III as well as his grandson Kristopher Gulley are also members of the Fraternity.
Brother Lee had worked as a financial management consultant in the greater Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area, serving as the principal in the firm Warren Lee & Associates. The firm specialized in working with small to medium-sized companies and organizations in areas of organizational design, profit planning, and taxation administrative logistics.
He also specialized in working with churches and other religious organizations in ministry and administrative development. Lee served as a member of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, as well as a member of the Irving, Texas branch of the N.A.A.C.P, Metro Crest Chamber of Commerce, and the Dallas Community College District Accounting Advisory Committee.
Lee was a decades-long member of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church where he served as chair of the Ministry’s Leaders Roundtable. He also worked as chairman of the Trustee Board, a Sunday School teacher, and as Evangelical Choir president.
The Brothers of Theta Alpha Chapter offers our condolences to the family and our Brothers during this time. We are all deeply hurt by this loss; yet, find comfort in the collective Brotherhood and Friendship of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
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https://hebronusa.org/board-of-directors/john-mills/
| 2023-03-29T19:00:14 |
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John Mills is the Senior Clinic Consultant with Empowering Community Healthcare Outreach and an ordained elder at First Presbyterian Church in Mt. Airy, NC. He began his partnership with Pablo & Jan and the Presbyterians of Southern Mexico in 1998. He is one of the founding members of the Hebron USA Board of Directors and has served continuously since its inception. John brings valuable experience to the HUSA Board as both an expert in faith-based charitable medical clinic development and a former missionary in residence with Pablo & Jan in Ocosingo, Chiapas from 2006-2008.
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https://greateradams.org/about-us
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Greater Adams Street
Click this text to start editing. This block is a basic combination of a title and a paragraph. Use it to welcome visitors to your website, or explain a product or service without using an image. Try keeping the paragraph short and breaking off the text-only areas of your page to keep your website interesting to visitors.
DR. David C. Rourk, Emeritus
Executive Secretary David C. Rourk was one of seven children born in Bolivia, North Carolina to David and Louroxie Rourk. Both of his parents passed away and he and his brother were destined for orphanage. However, he was adopted at the age of seven by Mother Hattie Rutledge and was raised in Lake Alfred, Florida.
He received his Godly training early in the COGBF under the leadership of Elder Nathaniel Scippio, his mother, and many other men and women of God. In 1953, he accepted Christ under the leadership of Elder E. J. Lewis and was further matured in the Lord under Elder Eugene Kemp and Elder D. L. Smith.
He met and married the love of his life, Lady Ruth Coley on June 6, 1958 and four children were born to that union. Though the Lord called her home, the memories of her beautiful soul will last a lifetime.
Ruling Elder Rourk has served in many capacities within the COGBF including the president of the National Youth Council, deacon, adult Sunday School teacher, Sunday School superintendent and chairman of his district’s Finance Board. In 1972, he was called into the ministry and was later ordained.
He was appointed pastor of the Greater Adams Street COGBF Rochester, NY in 1974. In 1979, he was appointed district elder of the Northwestern New York District. In 1991, he was appointed to the National Executive Board where he serves as the executive secretary. He has served as pastor for several churches on the NWNY District such as Prayer House, Syracuse, Sodus Center and Geneva COGBF. We appreciate his leadership and continue to celebrate his decades of faithful service.
The Late Mother Ruth Rourk
If anyone were to describe this beautiful Woman of God, the Proverbs 31 Woman would be most fitting. Mother Ruth Rourk was a woman who loved God, her husband, her family, her church family, and those who she met along the way who became attached to her. The biblical meaning of her name Ruth means “companion, friend, vision of beauty”. She certainly lived up to the name.
As the First Lady of Greater Adams St Church of God By Faith for 43 years, Mother Rourk played a pivotal role. She held many positions and birthed many ministries over the years. Mother Rourk loved to cook, she loved to sing, she had a sense of humor, but most of all she loved people. She was known most for being the “Card Lady”. She had a card for every occasion and it was nothing for her to have a little something in the card. People from all over the United States had the pleasure of receiving cards and words of inspiration from this woman who was called ‘friend” by many. Unbeknowst to many, she also supported many ministries and causes around the world.
Proverbs 31:26 says “She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue”. Mother Rourk was a true vessel of the Lord and he would use her mightily whenever she spoke. Her heart desire was to instruct all to love the Lord and serve him with your whole heart and soul. Her favorite saying was “guard your heart”.
After a valiant fight with ALS, Mother Rourk earned her crown and her angel wings on September 7, 2017. She not only left a hole in the hearts of many, but her legacy continues in her son, her 3 daughters and her grandchildren. Mother Rourk is truly missed and her last words to the church will always ring in the memories off all- she blew a kiss and said “I love you all”. And she did.
Words from our Mother...
"Wanting to be ready for Christ's return will make a difference in the way we live."
- Mother Ruth Rourk
Meet The Rourk's
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http://www.cccii-online.org/
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This web site exists to support the Catholic Identity Curriculum Integration by sharing information, resources, tools and strategies that Catholic educators can use to develop rigorous standards-based, Gospel values-based curriculum for their dioceses and schools. This is a dynamic site and will continue to grow as new information and resources become available. Throughout the CICI-Online site two points of focus constantly interact: elements of Catholic identity and rigorous academic standards. The entire CICI initiative from its first moments to the present rests on the reality that Catholic schools use appropriate national and state standards as a foundation for good educational practices. Going beyond those standards to educate the whole child is our responsibility. Catholic schools cherish each child by giving each child the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed to transform the world in the light of Gospel values.
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http://www.positivefaith.net/church-community-and-hiv.html
| 2024-02-26T18:15:46 |
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People living with HIV exist in our churches - we have an obligation to include & support them – they are members of our church family.
This is not only about reaching out to people living with HIV. It is also about recognising that HIV exists in the body of Christ – the church. There are insights, gifts and learning that people living with HIV can share with us if we invite them to do so.
Our starting place is to listen to the experiences of people living with HIV who may want and need our help and understanding – especially when they come to us for this or are already members of our community. By using this resource you have already begun to listen and reflect prayerfully upon what you and your church community can do. We hope that you will find this resource helps you to grow in faith yourself, and enable you to extend God’s love and compassion to those sisters and brothers who are living with HIV.
This series of short films aims to support your Christian response to HIV and those affected by it.
They are also available to download for free here
Animation series published by Body and Soul Charity
What is HIV?
How is HIV transmitted?
How HIV treatment works
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https://citylightstours.com/st-peters-basilica-and-st-peters-dome-tour
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Join our morning tour of the St. Peter’s Basilica and visit the Dome, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Popes’ tombs. During this tour you will discover the history of the Basilica and the extraordinary technique used to build it. You will learn in depth the history and behind-the-scenes facts about this extraordinary building.
We will climb the Dome with the elevator to the highest point reachable. Afterwards, you can climb the stairs (not compulsory) that will bring you to the very top of the Dome from where you will be stunned by the marvelous view of the whole Vatican state and you will be able to admire the whole City of Rome.
After this mesmerizing experience, your guide will lead you through the Basilica and will give you all the important notions of the biggest church in the world. You will also have the chance to visit the underground section with Popes’ Tombs.
You will also discover that besides having created its masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo was also an architect and a sculptor and you will be able to admire La Pietà, one of his most famous sculptures, inside St. Peter’s Basilica together with the architectonic finest achievement, la Cupola (the Dome).
This tour will give you the chance to learn in depth about this architectural masterpiece by Bernini; St. Peter’s Square.
Coffee bar "Polesi"
St. Peter’s Square
The square is home to pilgrims and art lovers that gather here from all over the World. It is surrounded on both sides by 284 columns in 4 rows. The semi-circular colonnades symbolize the arms of the church metaphorically embracing the world, according to its architect Bernini. 140 Statues of saints decorate the top of the colonnades.
St. Peter’s Basilica
The original Basilica from the 4th century has always been the spiritual centre of Christianity. The aim of Emperor Constantine, who commissioned the Basilica was to preserve the tomb of the founding father of the Church, St. Peter’s, that is laying underneath the Basilica. From the end of the 15th century many architects and artists were commissioned in order to go beyond the magnificence of the original building. After 120 years, during which Bramante, Raphael, Michelangelo, Maderno and della Porta have been working on this project, the Basilica was completed.
St. Peter’s Dome – Cupola
This is the tallest dome in the World with its height of 136m and wideness of 42m. The original project was made and partially realized by Michelangelo, and finished by his fellow students after his death. It is possible to climb to the very top of the Basilica, mainly with an elevator and a couple of hundreds of stairs to the highest point. The effort required to get to the upper level is remarkable, but it will give you an astonishing view of the city of Rome and of the whole Vatican.
St. Peter’s Baldachin
Bernini’s Altar or St. Peter’s Baldachin is a magnificent artistic creation of Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The Baldachin had been constructed directly under the St. Peter’s Dome and exactly above St. Peter’s tomb that lays underneath. This is the largest bronze construction of the Baroque period.
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https://sebring.com/business/churchoftheway
| 2023-09-28T17:32:45 |
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Sunday Service & Chidren's Church
Nursery available with closed circuit television of the entire Sunday Service.
Wednesday Bible Study
As a church we will focus on The Four P’s.
Prayer, Purity, Passion and Power.
PRAYER for everything, all the time, without ceasing!
PURITY in our hearts, our lives and our ministries!
PASSION for God, His Son and His Spirit, His Word, our people and the lost; the Fruit of The Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control; righteousness, holiness, The Great Commandment/The Great Commission!
POWER through God in all and everything that we do, every time because it does matter, and it does make a difference to God (And hopefully us)!
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http://careers.arv.org.au/cw/en/job/495284/chaplain-justice
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Chaplain - Justice
Job no: 495284
Work type: Casual Employee
Location: Sydney East
• Casual opportunity
• Based in Long Bay Correctional Centre, Matraville
• Well suited to a compassionate individual keen to minister to men in prison
• Theological qualifications & sound interpersonal skills essential
As a Christian organisation, with a heritage of service spanning 160 years, we serve those who are vulnerable or marginalised and older people, by providing a range of accommodation, care and community services.
To find out more please visit: www.anglicare.org.au
About the role:
Anglicare is seeking to employ a casual Chaplain to work at Long Bay Correctional Complex in Matraville and learn from highly experienced Correctional Service Chaplains. This rewarding position provides an opportunity to offer emotional and pastoral support to prison inmates of all backgrounds and beliefs as well as prison staff and the family and friends of prison inmates.
This position will suit a compassionate and resilient individual who has significant pastoral experience and suited to working in a correctional centre environment. You must be a highly motivated and caring person with experience and a demonstrated competence in pastoral ministry (ideally in a Justice context), or be keen to develop an ability to minister to men in prison.
The successful applicant will be able to communicate the Christian message clearly through conversations, bible study and chapel services. You will need to have the ability to work with Correctional Services Chaplains of other denominations and faiths. It is expected that you will seek to build supportive relationships with local churches and Christian ministry organisations. You will be part of the Anglicare Justice Chaplaincy team and responsible to the Justice Chaplaincy and Partnerships Manager. You must be able to pass all Corrective services security checks and meet the requirements to be licensed by the Archbishop for ministry in the Diocese of Sydney.
Skills, knowledge and experience needed:
• Completed theological studies (Degree or Diploma course)
• Eligible to hold a licence issued by the Anglican Archbishop of the Sydney Diocese
• Ability to clearly communicate and teach the Bible
• Completed CPE or APC course (required to be completed in the first 12 months of employment if not yet completed)
• Proven experience in ministry and pastoral care
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine pastoral difference in the lives of others. If you have a genuine desire to minister to others in an empathetic and non-judgemental manner and possess sound interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the Christian message clearly, this opportunity could be for you!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.
Advertised: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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http://illinoiscarry.com/forum/index.php?s=468bb061d30ff87865e9bab7aec98372&showtopic=69292
| 2019-05-22T20:38:44 |
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75-year-old Cisne resident, JD (Jerry Dan) Williamson died on June 12, 2018, at Clay County Hospital in Flora, Illinois. JD had been an operator for Trunkline Gas Company retiring in 1998. He was a big gun advocate being a member of the NRA and the Illinois Rifle Association. He would help with the conceal carry classes through church and various schools. He was a member of the Blue Point Free Will Baptist Church in Cisne, IL.
JD is survived by his wife, Judy of Cisne; one daughter, Trish (Rod) Balding of Marshall, IL; one son, Marty (Heather Latta) Williamson of Effingham, IL; one sister, Pat (Wayne) Sanders of Florida and one grandchild, Rachel Williamson.
Funeral services for JD Williamson will be on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at 11am at Blue Point Free Will Baptist Church in Cisne, IL. Burial will follow at the Cisne Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 9am until time of the service Saturday at the church.
Memorials may be made to the Blue Point Free Will Baptist Church and will be accepted at the church or at the funeral home.
Arrangements under the direction of Hosselton Funeral Home, Cisne, IL.
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https://catholicadoptionministry.org/client-information-form/
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Dear Family seeking adoption through St. Joseph Adoption Ministry:
St. Joseph Adoption Ministry is a Child Placement Agency, licensed and incorporated in the State of Kansas, for the purpose of helping couples who are actively seeking to enhance their family through adoption.
We are a ministry of the Congregation of St. Joseph and we view our mission as a sacred calling and a beneficial service to those whom we are privileged to help. Our familiarity with adoption procedures can ease your anxiety as you go through the process. We also work with other professionals and referral sources in the adoption field and together we will strive to help you through the process towards a successful adoption. While we, or no one in the adoption world can promise you a child, since it is the birthparents who ultimately make that decision, nonetheless, we make every effort to help you realize your dreams of becoming parents.
Click here: StJosephapp2019 to view and print the following information:
Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Release of Information form (for Kansas couples)
Corporal Punishment Pledge
Service Fee Schedule
We invite you to contact us by telephone at 913-299-5222 (toll free 1-800-752-1737) or email [email protected] with any questions you may have. We wish you God’s blessings on your journey towards adoption and we will be happy to be of service.
Sister Dolora May, CSJ, MHA, Executive Director
Sherry Clayton, LSCSW
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https://rivalmind.com/sharemecards-shares-the-gospel/
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ShareMeCards is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in existence to help Christians everywhere easily and effectively share the good news about Jesus—through the use of everyday gift cards. The process flow is simple: Christians purchase gift cards at ShareMeCards.com and then give them away. Gift card recipients register their cards at ShareMeCards.com and have the option to hear the gospel through dynamic multimedia.
Design efforts were focused on website usability and the overall user experience. Despite complex, interwoven functionality, including robust ecommerce, social interaction, card tracking, and multimedia, “the interface provides users with a light and easy experience.”
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1. 我要頌揚 / 宇宙歡唱
2. 願祢崇高 / 美哉主耶穌
3. 我的力量 我的山寨
7. 祂是獨一真神 / 真光
8. 歌頌復活主 / 歡樂主作王
9. 祢的名何其美 / 投靠者的讚美
14. 聖哉 聖哉 聖哉 / 擁戴我主為王
15. 我的眼睛已經看見 / 興起興起為耶穌
The Very Best Of Hillsong Live (CD)
Hillsong Music has sold over 11 million albums to date and has earned 30 Gold and Platinum awards around the world. Based in Sydney, Australia, Hillsong is one of the world’s fastest-growing ministries, with a 25,000-plus strong congregation in Australia, as well as the largest evangelical church in London, and churches in Capetown, Kiev and Stockholm.
This definitive collection brings together the top songs from Hillsong worship titles from the past few years. From the classic “Shout To The Lord” to the current #1 song in churches, “Mighty To Save” this is a must have collection for every Hillsong fan. It’s also a perfect choice for a customer looking for a Praise & Worship album packed with church tested, great worship songs.
Nothing is Impossible (CD+DVD)
Nothing Is Impossible is the long awaited studio album release from Australian praise and worship band Planetshakers.
This album, the first to come out of the studio in over 5 years, encapsulates the passion and energy that they produce live as well as highlighting the cutting edge values of producer Joth Hunt, and featuring the world class rhythm section of Mike Webber (drums) and Mark Peric (bass). The vocal sounds are as diverse as they are genuine and the title track, ‘Nothing Is Impossible’, features the dynamic vocals of Grammy Award winning artist, Israel Houghton.
This album will take you on a journey from the raw energy of "Bring It On" to the deeply moving words of "No One Like You", and the powerful declaration of "You Are God".
This album includes a bonus DVD featuring 9 songs as well as loads of bonus content!
Gateway Worship: God Be Praised (CD)
Recorded live, God Be Praised emanates passionate worship from Gateway Church in Southlake (Dallas), Texas. Led by Thomas Miller and the Gateway Worship team, energetic praise gives way to intimate worship as the church comes together in one voice to glorify the name of Jesus and give thanks for all He’s done.
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At FUMC, there is a desire to support ministries for families and children. From activities such as mission trips, children's choir, local service projects, fellowship lock-ins and movie nights, college care package deliveries, nursing home visitations, and parent's day outings, there has always been and will continue to be a special place for young people at FUMC.
Families have a special place at FUMC. From having gatherings on Sunday nights and fellowship and ministry projects throughout the year, FUMC believes in ministering to and with Christian families.
Children at FUMC are not only seen as the future of the church, but also an important current part as well. As a part of our Wednesday activities, children have an interactive learning time called Bible Zone. Bible stories and lessons come to life through hands-on learning and activities. In addition, children have opportunities to serve in worship through being an acolyte, as well as through special children-led worship services.
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- About Us
Allene Fletcher LanouMay 6, 1920 ~ April 24, 2017 (age 96)
Allene Fletcher Lanou
Allene Sophie Fletcher Lanou died on April 24, 2017 in the comfort of her family at the VNA McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester. She was born in Johnson, Vermont on May 6, 1920 to Anne Scharle Fletcher and Willard Allen Fletcher. She married Joseph Richard Lanou on September 12, 1946 in Burlington. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband and her siblings; Lewis Fletcher, Scharle Nies-Fletcher, Willard Fletcher and her son, Joseph Richard Lanou Jr. She is survived by her daughters Marilyn Anne Lanou Hindes (Churchill) and Michele Marie Lanou Waters (Jonathan) and her grandchildren Jeffrey Gordon Hindes (Kristen), Joseph Andrew Hindes, John Benjamin Yousey-Hindes (Kimberly) and Emilie Catherwood Waters Harris (James). She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Emma James Hindes, Lucy Churchill Hindes, Aya Richard Yousey-Hindes and Rye Lewis Yousey-Hindes, and extended family across the United States and in Luxembourg. Allene's life was an accumulation of fascinating chapters. She requested, "Those who know me know my stories—there is no need to retell them here". Her funeral mass will be celebrated at the Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel on the Saint Michael's College campus in Colchester at 9:30 on Thursday, May 18, 2017.
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Dear Dr. Bonvallet,
We are writing to send a personal thanks for the help you brought to Ed during the recent surgery on his back. I admit, I was pretty devastated the day you showed us the MRI. My husband and I have been married for almost 40 years, and the idea that he might be permanently disabled in any way was devastating.
But I understood that we had to do something to abate the excruciating pain he had been in for years and I trusted his judgment that you were the man to help with that.
He was right.
As we explained to you going into the surgery, we are people of faith. We believe what Psalm 24 says … The earth is Yahweh’s, and the fullness thereof… We know that our God uses whatever means He chooses to get to His people, and He used you to reach down His grace and mercy and healing to Ed.
We thank you and bless you, Sir.
Every day, my husband gives thanks for being out of pain. Other than the actual surgical site, he feels better than he has in years.
Thank you for the years of study and sacrifice to become an expert in your field. You are our Rockstar!
We own a farm just north of Panama City where we raise cows and hay and chickens and grandchildren. The day we pulled out to travel to Columbus – carrying a bit of worry and concern a new calf was unexpectedly born on our farm. Her name is Bonvallet.
All the best from our family to you. May our God bless you for what you did for us.
Ed and Sandy Hathaway
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CATHOLIC EDUCATION OFFICE:
Screencraft was tasked to produce a brand DVD for the Catholic Education Office, to engage the viewer in the journey of Catholic Education in the Archdiocese - from its early beginnings in the region, what is happening now and give insight into the rich potential of Catholic Education. The DVD included chapters covering; History, Our role, Our schools, Early Learning Centres, Teaching and learning, as well as Religious education and Faith formation. Through beautiful footage and interviews, we show how Catholic Education has a lot of positive things on offer. The Catholic Education Office of the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn covers both the ACT and NSW, a total of 88,000 square kilometres, extending from Pambula on the south coast, to Crookwell in the North, through to the western point of Lake Cargelligo.
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Dr. Sarfati is an internationally known scientist, chess master, logician and Christian apologist who will be speaking as a guest of our Lecture Series at the Heritage Christian School in Canton on the evening of Friday, October 7th at 7 pm.
In preparation for the lecture we have set up a few radio interviews on local radio stations and a commercial.
A radio interview with Dr. Sarfati was aired on Tuesday, October 4th during Glen Mertz’s 10:30-11:30 morning show called Living the Word with Glen Mertz on WHKW 1220 AM “The Word.”
Click here to listen to the podcast!
To learn more about the upcoming lecture please click here.
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Discovering Postulancy 2017
November 17, 2016
As we are rapidly approaching the New Year, we are also rapidly approaching the annual Discovering Postulancy event in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Taking place this year from January 1-5, 2017, this unique event gives candidates and inquirers the chance to experience Postulancy first-hand, to get a taste of what Capuchin formation is really like. Postulancy is the first formal stage of formation for Capuchin Franciscans, and for the Province of St. Joseph, this program takes place at St. Conrad Friary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Friars-in-formation spend roughly nine months taking classes in-house, learning about a variety of topics, including the history of the Franciscan movement and the Capuchin Order, Church history, and the life of St. Francis. Friars-in-formation also participate in ministry daily, learning what it means to work among the community as a Capuchin. For more information on the states of initial formation, please take a look at our “Becoming a Capuchin” page.
During this event, candidates and inquirers are invited to attend classes with the Postulants, in order to experience what kind of topics the Postulants are covering. They will also attend ministry with the various Postulants, in order to see what Capuchin ministry looks like at this stage of formation. Candidates and inquirers also are invited to participate in the life of the St. Conrad community. In short, visitors are invited to shadow the Postulants, to learn more about what their lives are like. They are free to ask questions, or simply to observe, all the while discerning if this is the appropriate “next step” in their discernment journey. Discovering Postulancy concludes with a visit to our Capuchin-adminstered Seminary High School, St. Lawrence Seminary, in Mt. Calvary, Wisconsin.
If you are interested in attending this important and immersive discernment event, please contact Br. Steve Kropp, the Vocation Director for the Capuchin Province of St. Joseph. You can contact him by phone at (313) 378-3802, by email at [email protected], or, if you haven’t already, fill out our Initial Inquiry Form. We hope to see you there!
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Our Maronite Jewelry is a custom design exclusive to Cappiello Jewelers. Each piece is custom made to symbolize faith and hope.
Herco offers 14KT & 18KT gold jewelry in white, yellow, and pink. Additionally, we carry items in platinum, palladium, silver, and stainless steel.
The Maronite Cross is also referred to as an Antiochene Cross. Antioch, an ancient city in present day Turkey, was converted to Christianity through the ministry of the apostle Paul and fellow missionary Barnabas.
Saint Peter was the first bishop and the Church extended its territory, becoming one of the original patriarchates. These were the first people to be called ‘Christians’ and the Church of Antioch can justifiably claim to be Pretty Old.
A few hundred years passed and by 518, dogmatic squabbling split the Church into two groups: the Chalcedonians and the monophysitic anti-Chalcedonians. A century later, the Chalcedonians divided into the Syriacs, the Maronites and the Melkites each of which had its own Patriarch. By the 7th century, the Assyrians and the Armenians also had their own Patriarch, and by the 12th century the Latin Patriarch was established.
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**Disclaimer: This blog post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission to fund my coffee drinking habit if you use these links to make a purchase. You will not be charged extra, and you’ll keep me supplied in caffeine. It’s a win for everyone, really.**
Psalm 5:3 says “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” It is a beautiful feeling to spend the early morning with the Lord talking to Him and laying all your requests before Him. The most beautiful thing of all is to know that He is listening and He hears us. Daily prayer is monumental in our relationship with Christ and it is something we shouldn’t take for granted.
1 Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work.” As Christians, we need to read the Bible each day and study it; we should be searching the Scriptures every single day and listening to what God says to us. As 1 Timothy 3:16-17 says, the Bible will teach, correct and train us into the women we desire to be. The number one way we can truly hear from God is through His Word. I find that when I start my day in the Word, He equips me for whatever challenges I may face that day, and as a Homeschool Mama of 4 kids aged 10 and under, I have my fair share of challenges each day lol. But it isn’t just about being prepared for any challenge you face, it’s about filling your mind and heart with the promises of God, first thing in the morning. I like to use the SOAP BIble Study method. Fill out the form below and get your free Bible Study Journal Pages.
Reading a Daily Devotional is a great way to get into the Word if you are short on time or as a ‘side meal’ to your in-depth Bible Studies. I am currently reading Sarah Young’s 365 Devotional called Jesus Calling. The description is “This #1 bestselling 365-day devotional is written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to you-words of encouragement, comfort, and reassurance of His unending love.” It is just beautiful and a great way to start your day with Jesus. We also use the Jesus Calling Kids Version in our home.
Another great way to start your day with Jesus is by listening to Christian music. I have always loved music and one of my favourite pastimes is cleaning my house while having music blasting. I love to put on worship music (loud haha) and sing praises to the Lord. Sometimes, when you don’t know what to say to the Lord, singing to Him is the best answer. We were made to praise and worship the Lord and starting your day with singing to Him can really set a great tone for your day. One of my favourite playlists at the moment is the one below.
Bible Journaling is one of my favourite ways to spend my quiet time with the Lord. I really like how I can get creative while I study the Bible and hear what God has to say to me. It is quite amazing how The Lord has a way of showing me things during colouring in, highlighting and Scripture Writing and I believe we need to embrace Bible Journaling more. Lil at Hey Creative Sister has some great articles on Bible Journaling here.
There are various Journaling Bibles available. I have the NIV Journal The Word Bible for Women (pictured below) and I did a giveaway early this year on my other blog with the NIV Beautiful Word Bible and Bible Journaling Kit, which the recipient loved! Here are my favourites on Amazon.
Similar to Bible Journaling, Scripture isa great way to start your day with Jesus. I find it so comforting to sit down with a coffee, in the peace and quiet while my whole family is asleep, writing out various Scriptures. I like to use a Scripture Writing Journal – printable ones that I have created and blank journals that I have purchased. A few years back, I created a Proverbs Scripture Writing Journal – I used my creativity of various fonts and wrote out verses that spoke to me from each Chapter of Proverbs.
There are various forms of Journaling that I use to help me in my Spiritual Growth. Journaling is a great way to spend time with Jesus because you can completely transparent and honest in your writing. Prayer Journal, Devotional Journal, Morning Journal, Evening Journal, Reflection Journal and Healing Journal are just a few examples of Journaling that you can do.
How about you? What is your favourite way to spend time with Jesus in the morning and what else would you add to the list? Leave a comment below and if you enjoyed this article please share it with others.
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The number of beads varies by religion or use. … Roman Catholics use the Rosary (Latin “rosarium”, meaning “rose garden”) with 59 beads. However, Eastern Orthodox Christians use a knotted prayer rope called either a komboskini or chotki, with 100 knots, although prayer ropes with 50 or 33 knots can also be used.
Are rosary beads only for Catholic?
Create a Personal Rosary
Although it is most commonly associated with Catholicism, some Anglicans, Episcopalians and Lutherans do use prayer cords. Some Christians wear one as jewelry, but many consider that sacrilege. It is a statement of faith and a sacred object in the Catholic tradition.
What religion uses prayer beads?
Known as malas, prayer beads are a traditional tool in Buddhism and are especially common among Tibetan Buddhists. It was likely adapted from Hinduism. A mala typically features 108 beads, which are said to represent humanity’s mortal desires, and often ends in a tassel or amulet.
Do all religions have prayer beads?
Prayer beads or Rosaries are used by members of various religions such as Roman Catholicism, Orthodox Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Bahá’í Faith to count the repetitions of prayers, chants or devotions. They may also be used for meditation, protection from negative energy, or for relaxation.
Can Protestants use prayer beads?
Almost everyone has heard of the Catholic rosary, which is a vital element of Catholic worship. What many don’t realize is that Protestants also have prayer beads in the form of the Anglican rosary. … The simple combination of the cross and numbered beads reflects Jesus’ own journey on earth.
Can I pray the Rosary without the beads?
Yes, it’s the prayer that matters most. The Rosary beads can be a Sacramental, however, and is thus a channel for Grace, but it is joy necessary to say the Rosary prayers and grow in your spiritual life. Praying the Rosary without beads is just as valid as with beads.
Can you be Catholic and not pray the rosary?
You can be a good Catholic and never pray a single Rosary, or even a single Hail Mary. There is nothing in Church law that requires it. As a Catholic, you are required to go to Mass every Sunday and solemn feast day, and to receive Communion at least once a year, as well as a handful of other things.
Are worry beads religious?
Unlike the similar prayer beads used in many religious traditions, worry beads have no religious or ceremonial purpose.
Do evangelicals use rosary beads?
A. Protestants do not use the rosary or prayer beads because the Bible says to not do vain repetition. We consider the rosary vain repetition saying the same thing over and over and over again.
Does Judaism use prayer beads?
Although the use of prayer beads grew within those religions, it did not enter Judaism, perhaps because of its association with other religions, and to date Judaism does not use prayer beads.
Why do Protestants not believe in Mary?
Calvin stated that Mary cannot be the advocate of the faithful, since she needs God’s grace as much as any other human being. If the Catholic Church praises her as Queen of Heaven, it is blasphemous and contradicts her own intention, because she is praised and not God.
Do Protestants say Hail Mary?
Likewise, the Hail Mary is not a prayer of worship, but a prayer request. Most Protestants would not hesitate to ask their fellow churchgoers to pray for them in their struggles, yet many cry foul when Catholics solicit the prayers of Mary.
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Meeting about the refugee crisis held at St Mary’s Church, 23rd September 2015
More than 200 people attended, from churches across Watford and the surrounding area, together with representatives from non-Christian faiths. The meeting was chaired by the Vicar of St Mary’s, Rev’d Tony Rindl.
The meeting was opened with a video clip describing how the refugee crisis developed, with the punch line ‘Do we want to be remembered as xenophobic rich cowards behind fences?’
Tony Rindl referred to the gospel passage, which many churches heard recently, recounting two events which are very relevant to the refugee crisis. In one, a woman from what was then Syrian Phoenicia asked Jesus to help her sick daughter – even though she was a foreigner. In the second, Jesus went on to heal a man to hear and to speak. (Mark 7:24-37) Perhaps God is healing our deafness to the cries of the Syrian people and giving us the ability to speak out on their behalf.
Several speakers were invited to make brief statements.
Rabbi Aaron Goldstein from Northwood and Pinner Liberal Synagogue, recalled how the Jewish people were once refugees and were careful never to forget this, especially as their experience in the Holocaust reinforced the experience. Scripture tells us we must never turn away or become inward-looking. People of faith must work together to build a real peace by (a) educating ourselves, (b) giving money to aid agencies, and (c) lobbying our MP, elected mayor et al. We must think ‘And’ rather than ‘Or’ – adopt as many ideas as possible rather than promoting one idea to the detriment of others.
Matthew Heasman, Chief Executive of Watford New Hope, described how disadvantaged people with nowhere to sleep are already an issue in Watford and becoming more numerous. He cautioned against rushing in where long-term strategic solutions are needed, and stated that no single agency can solve the crisis alone. He recalled the parable which Jesus told in which God declares ‘Just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’ (Matthew 25:40) and ended by saying that we must respond to the refugee crisis.
Louise Finan, from Christian Aid, showed a video clip on the theme ‘Love the stranger’ and urged us to pray, to give and to speak up, in faith and in hope. She reminded us that Christian Aid had come into being through a refugee crisis, and declared that our political leaders must act to solve this crisis.
Joy Hobbs, from Watford and Three Rivers Refugee Partnership (WTRRP), said that many people come to the UK in order to get away from an intolerable situation at home, and that no-one does this unless they are desperate. WTRRP offers practical and emotional support in West Hertfordshire to asylum-seekers and refugees, many of whom are destitute and homeless, helping to provide access to the advice and services needed, and often providing long-term support until statutory services are in place. She reminded the meeting that asylum seekers are not allowed to work.
Watford already has asylum seekers and Social Services have insufficient funds for them. WTRRP knows of at least 4 families supported by Social Services and 3 who are ‘sofa surfing’. There are good economic arguments for housing them in the private rented sector rather than the present arrangements, and a meeting with Social Services including representatives from tonight’s meeting would be a good practical outcome from tonight.
Dorothy Thornhill, elected Mayor, thanked everyone for turning up to the meeting. She reassured the meeting that Watford will play a full part in looking after refugees. There are 250 families currently in temporary accommodation, which is historically extremely high. Compared with other parts of the UK, empty properties in Watford are both scarce and expensive. She noted that last year the UK took in 23,000 refugees and she revealed that she is already receiving many emails about accepting refugees here – but these are largely adverse emails. Dorothy challenged the meeting: (a) Locally, how can we help the people who are already here? (b) Nationally, shall we be moved to say ‘let them come’ and ‘let them work’?
Oliver Dowden, MP for Hertsmere, attended in Richard Harrington’s unavoidable absence and gave the government’s view. There are potentially 11-15 million refugees. (Other estimates given to the meeting were considerably lower.) The Prime Minister wishes to help people in-country rather than when they have become migrants. The UK has therefore used our considerable aid budget to help in this way. Of course the UK needs to take people in, and has therefore decided to accept 20,000 by 2020 from border camps. There are challenges in providing sufficient schools, housing, medical services etc for them. We must also deal with IS etc at source, but this is very difficult.
Rebecca Palmer, from Watford New Hope but with previous experience in Birmingham helping refugees and asylum seekers from Kosovo, described how local churches there had offered practical help in various ways. She recalled that refugees often suffer from post-traumatic stress. She urged people to support WTRRP.
There followed a time for Q&A. Which included
Q: Why can’t we ask refugees to work?
A: They are not allowed to – by successive governments.
Q: (a comment): The crisis goes beyond Syrian refugees. Our government is not fulfilling its obligations under international agreements. We need to act now at governmental level, however difficult.
Q: How many refugees are there in Watford?
A: We don’t know specifically.
Q (follow-up): They should become apprentices in order to become able to work.
A: Agreed that we do need creative thinking of that sort.
Q: How many vacant properties are there in Watford?
A: Around 20 ‘social housing’. But all councils need to know how many refugees they will receive – although accepting refugees is voluntary and not all councils are volunteering. We need to commit – build more housing – and overcome NIMBY-ism.
Q (statement): Churches with links in other countries, eg Germany, should contact them in order to learn their perspective on the refugee crisis.
Q: Have we contacted Muslim leaders with a view to working together on this?
A: Cooperation will develop over time, and this crisis offers an opportunity to build interfaith friendships further.
The meeting ended with prayer led by Rev’d Dave Middlebrook based on the song ‘Brother, sister, let me serve you’, in which people were invited to consider what they could each offer to help, and to pledge accordingly to a central point to be set up.
A website watfordcares.org has been organised for people to pledge their personal support; a portal for agencies and volunteers to find each other when the needs arise. Please visit and make your pledge.
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The Rev. Dr. Clarence Norman, Sr. was born April 30, 1930 in Goldsboro, North Carolina, to the late Viola Archer, a single parent. His formative years growing up in the South were difficult, as he had to face the challenges of segregation and blatant racism. In 1945, he and his mother migrated to Brooklyn, New York where, upon his arrival, he immediately joined a local church and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.
As a teenager, he attended George Westinghouse High School, where he was told that he was not college material and the best thing he could do career wise, was to find a job in a local factory. Undeterred, he enrolled at Wilberforce University and, while attending the university, his involvement in his church’s activities continued to grow and his gift of oratory became widely known throughout Brooklyn. That led to a small group of Christian workers, eager to find a pastor for their newly established church, First Baptist Mission of Williamsburg, to contact him. Although not yet ordained, they asked him to serve as their temporary pastor for one year. Upon being ordained, and after witnessing his leadership ability and preaching prowess, the congregation renewed his contract for another year, and officially voted him as their permanent pastor the following year.
As a spiritual leader pastoring a growing congregation, Rev. Norman never lost sight of the need to be academically credentialed. He aggressively pursued his higher education and received a Bachelor of Arts in 1959, from Bloomfield College in Bloomfield, New Jersey; a Master’s of Divinity in 1964, from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He also attended St. John’s University (1968-1969) in Jamaica, New York, for Graduate Study in Public Administration, and was awarded State Certification as Principal of Secondary School.
As the degrees and academic achievements of Rev. Norman grew during his young pastorate, so did his congregation. From the original twenty members who founded First Baptist Church of Crown Heights in June 1953, the church now boasts well over 2,000 members. The church’s growth was a direct result of Rev. Norman’s powerful, insightful, and relevant messages that resonated with those privileged to hear him. He was known for sermons that made people feel like he was speaking directly to them and to their situations. In particular, people enjoyed hearing his “Normanism”, such as…”don’t sweat the small stuff”,
it’s better to be kind than to be right”, or “you can have everything you want, but you can’t have it all at the same time”. His ministry was indeed transformative and helped many people navigate difficult challenges in their lives.
Another reason for the church’s robust growth was Rev. Norman’s vision of the mission of the Black church. While emphasizing the need for the church to be a Bible based, Christ centered institution that brings individuals closer to God, he also felt it had the unique mission of serving as a vehicle for the liberation of its members from the throes of economic, social and political deprivation.
It was with this in mind that led him to establish the Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights, Inc. (LDCCH) in 1987. During the course of its existence, the LDCCH has made manifest Rev. Norman’s belief that “we are our brothers and sisters’ keepers”. The LDCCH has built or renovated over 660 units of affordable housing in Crown Heights, including the construction of three senior citizen residential apartment buildings. Additionally, it has founded, sponsored and managed numerous programs such as Meals on Wheels, senior citizen centers, a Minority and Women owned business revolving loan fund, a computer training and job development center, youth educational initiatives, housing assistance for displaced families, scattered-site housing for people living with HIV/AIDS, and numerous others.
Rev. Norman also understood the necessity of developing political relationships that could support and assist his efforts in serving his community. It was widely known that if anyone aspired to run for public office and hoped to be successful, they had to come and see Rev. Norman, and ask for his blessings. Over the years, political luminaries such as Former First Lady Hillary Clinton, Mayor Bill deBlasio, Attorney General Letitia James, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams, former Governor Mario Cuomo, former Mayor David N. Dinkins, former State Comptroller H. Carl McCall, and scores of local elected officials and political aspirants have graced the pulpit of First Baptist Church to shake Rev. Norman’s hand. At one point in time, First Baptist members simultaneously held the position of Brooklyn Democratic County Leader, New York State Assembly Member for the 43rd A.D., New York State Senator for the 20th S.D., four district leaderships, and three New York State Supreme Court judgeships; making First Baptist Church one of the most politically influential churches in New York State.
Notwithstanding all of his academic, professional and community achievements, Rev. Norman felt that his greatest blessing in life was his family. He constantly reminded his congregation of the importance of never allowing anything to take precedence over one’s family because, “in the end, all we have is family”.
Rev. Norman was a multifaceted and caring individual with extensive training and commitment in areas that affected our community. In addition to serving as pastor of First Baptist Church of Crown Heights, Rev. Norman has served as Protestant Chaplain for the State of New York Division of Parole; Chaplain for the Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Center for Law and Social Justice at Medgar Evers College; Chairman of the Orange Housing Authority, Orange, New Jersey; three terms as a Democratic County Committeeman in Orange, New Jersey; and Chairman of the First Baptist Church of Crown Heights Housing Development Corporation.
Because of his deep commitment to the youth of the community, Rev. Norman has also served as Director of the John Edward Bruce Day Care Center; Social Studies teacher, Dean, and Assistant Principal at the Whitelaw Reid Junior High School; and as Social Studies teacher at the Nathaniel Macon Junior High School. Moreover, he was employed as a Food Program Specialist for the United States Department of Agriculture, which dealt specifically with child nutrition programs and food stamps compliance.
In addition to his professional achievements and education, Rev. Norman received numerous special awards and honors. Among them, the 1969-1970 Parish Ministry Fellowship by the Fund for Theological Education, Princeton, New Jersey; Recipient of the First Annual Ecumenical Award from the National Conference of Christian and Jews, May 9, 1984; and a certificate as accredited Resident Manager by the Institute for Real Estate Management, in 1985; In June 2002, Ebony Magazine honored Rev. Norman as a “great Black father” at an award luncheon for distinguished fathers and sons who have followed their paths.
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Memorial Service and Celebration of life
The family of Dan Hanczar would like to welcome all to an open memorial commemorating Dan’s life at Oakdale United Presbyterian Church on Saturday July 17th, 2021 between the hours of Noon-2pm.
Oakdale UP Church
62 Hastings Ave.
Oakdale, PA 15071
Immediately following the church memorial visitation, there will be a continued fellowship and musical celebration held in Oakdale at the family farm on Hill Rd. until 8pm. All friends welcome.
The family would like to invite any musicians who plan to attend the family farm gathering to bring their instruments to the barn stage. There will be opportunities for solo sets and jamming
In the early overnight hours of Sunday morning, Dan Hanczar passed away. Dan is my wife, Connie’s brother. Dan was a musician and songwriter. I have had the privilege of mixing and publishing Dan’s multiple albums. His music celebrates his legacy as a man who loved God and family. His music reflects Dan’s heart… earthy and yet full of faith and celebrating his faith tradition. His music will speak and remind us of the treasure of his life and legacy.
Dan will be missed, and held in loving memory.
Engineer / Producer
This website will be updated in the days ahead to further reflect this tragic news.
Dan’s album credits include: Be Thankful (Original songs about faith and family) Summer (an eclectic mix of original rock, pop, jazz and country celebrating the beauty of summertime) Christmas of the Ancestors (an array of original and traditional Christmas music performed by the Dan Hanczar Orchestra) Ancient Dreams (an EP of three songs penned by Dan)
Several singles have also been recorded by Dan Hanczar including Dragonfly, Dolores Kelly, and Zombies on the Beach.
Dan’s live performance career spans over 50 years. The Store will be updated a be live again in a short time and will once again make Dan’s music available for purchase online.
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As is well known the Americas has been explored by several European countries, including Spain and Portugal. They conquered indigenous lands and inculcated or imposed, depends on the perspective, their culture and religion. Therefore it is possible to find that the dominant religion in the continent is Christianity. Most of the people of the different countries are Catholic.
The Catholic Church has always been known for its magnificent art and economy. Churches are ostentatious temples full of luxury. That is why we propose to take a tour of the most important churches of the City of Buenos Aires.
Basílica María Auxiliadora y San Carlos
It was built in 1910 and it is an icon of Catholicism in the city of Buenos Aires. It presents an eclectic style combining Lombard and Byzantine movement among others. In this Basilica the Pope Francis was baptized in Christmas of 1936. (map)
Basílica San José de Flores
Known today as the Church of Pope Francis’ childhood, it was inaugurated in 1883 in the neighborhood of Flores, next to Plaza Pueyrredon. The subway line A has a station called Flores that is located next to the church. (map)
Basílica de Santísimo Sacramento
Taking our free morning tour will see the facade of this imposing church. It was built by the Anchorena family and the interior is decorated with white marble, Venetian mosaic, onyx and bronze. It has the largest organ of the city and it is recommendable to attend celebrations to enjoy its melodies. (map)
Iglesia de San Ignacio
It was the first Catholic church built in Buenos Aires. Construction began in 1675 and is part of the so-called Manzana de las Luces with the Colegio Nacional de Buenos Aires and the old building of the University of Buenos Aires among other historical buildings. (map)
Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
It is located in Recoleta and is an important spot of our free tour in Buenos Aires. It was built in 1732 by the Franciscan Recoleto Friars who lived in the convent next to it, today the Recoleta Cultural Center. It is the second oldest temple in the city and a popular place that stands next to the Recoleta Cemetery. (map)
Santuario Eucarístico Jesús Sacramentado
This temple was built in the XIX century and it was converted into a Eucharistic Shrine by Pope Francis when he was Cardinal of Buenos Aires due to the pastoral needs of the neighborhood of Almagro. It is an imposing building with access on Corrientes Avenue. (map)
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The Bible is the inspired Word of God. It is true for all people, at all times. It is the foundation of our beliefs as Christians.
II Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.
God and The Trinity
God is triune, meaning that God,the Father; his Son, Jesus Christ; and the Holy Spirit are three in one.
Matthew 28:19 Go, therefore and make disciples of all the nations in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
II Corinthians 13:14: The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.
Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, born of the Virgin Mary conceived of the Holy Spirit. He was fully God and fully man, yet He was without sin. He died on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins, was buried, resurrected, and ascended into Heaven and He is coming again. Every Christian has direct access to God through Jesus Christ.
Matthew 1:18 18Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: when His mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit.
Philippians 2:5-7 5Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, 6who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7but emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, and being made in the likeness of men.
Matthew 28:5-6 5The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. 6“He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying. 11They also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into the sky? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in just the same way as you have watched Him go into heaven.”
John 14:6-7 6Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.
It is the Holy Spirit that draws mankind to God. The Holy Spirit dwells within each Christian, giving strength, guidance, and wisdom to live out our faith. He intercedes in prayer on our behalf.
John 16:7-11 7″But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you. 8″And He, when He comes, will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment; 9concerning sin, because they do not believe in Me; 10and concerning righteousness, because I go to the Father and you no longer see Me; 11and concerning judgment, because the ruler of this world has been judged.
Romans 8:26 26In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.
The Fall of Mankind
God created Adam and Eve as the first man and woman on earth, and made them in His image. They disobeyed Him and sin entered the world. Therefore, we all have a sin nature and are in need of salvation.
Genesis 1:27 27God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 5:12 Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into the world, and death spread to all men, because all sinned.
It is through the death of Jesus Christ on the cross that we are redeemed from our sins and saved from the penalty of our sins.
Titus 2:13-14 Looking for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus, who gave Himself up for us to redeem us from every lawless deed, and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds.
Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace.
Saved by Grace
Salvation is a gift received by grace, through faith and repentance. It is a gift that cannot be earned or merited.
Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; 9not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.
Repentance and Acceptance
Through repentance of sins and acceptance of Christ, we are justified from our sins and saved.
Romans 10:8-10 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,”that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.
The New Birth
Following salvation, a Christian is now a new creation whose desires should be for the things of righteousness.
II Corinthians 5:17 17Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.
Galatians 2:20 20“I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.
The Christian seeks righteousness and holiness in their daily life.
I Peter 2:24 24and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed.
II Corinthians 7:1 1 Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.
Baptism and Communion
Christians are to respond in obedience to God’s command to be baptized with water. Water baptism is a public display of a Christian’s faith following salvation. We remember His sacrifice by partaking in communion.
Romans 6:4 4Therefore we have been buried with Him through baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too might walk in newness of life.
I Corinthians 11:23-25 23For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus in the night in which He was betrayed took bread; 24and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” 25In the same way He took the cup also after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”
The universal church is the body of individual believers, of whom Christ is the Head. The local church is body of believers who come together to worship God, fellowship together, and be discipled in our faith.
I Corinthians 12:27 27Now you are Christ’s body, and individually members of it.
Ephesians 1:22-23 22And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, 23which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.
Acts 2:42, 46-47 2They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 46Day by day continuing with one mind in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they were taking their meals together with gladness and sincerity of heart, 47praising God and having favor with all the people And the Lord was adding to their number day by day those who were being saved.
Hebrews 10:24-25 24And let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, 25not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near.
All of mankind, living and dead, will stand before Christ in judgement, to receive eternal life in Heaven or eternal death in Hell.
I Peter 4:5 5But they will give account to Him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.
John 5:28-29 28“Do not marvel at this; for an hour is coming, in which all who are in the tombs will hear His voice, 29and will come forth; those who did the good deeds to a resurrection of life, those who committed the evil deeds to a resurrection of judgment.
Matthew 25:46 46“These will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”
Heaven is a real place where Christians will live eternally and dwell in the presence of God.
John 3:16 16“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.”
Revelation 7:15-17 15“For this reason, they are before the throne of God; and they serve Him day and night in His temple; and He who sits on the throne will spread His tabernacle over them. 16“They will hunger no longer, nor thirst anymore; nor will the sun beat down on them, nor any heat; 17for the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd, and will guide them to springs of the water of life; and (I)God will wipe every tear from their eyes.”
Revelation 22:5 5And there will no longer be any night; and they will not have need of the light of a lamp nor the light of the sun, because the Lord God will illumine them; and they will reign forever and ever.
Revelation 21:4 4and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away.
Hell is a real place of eternal separation from God, where all who reject Christ will be for eternity. It is described as a place of eternal fire and everlasting destruction.
Revelation 20:10, 15 10And the devil who deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are also; and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever. 15And if anyone’s name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire.
Matthew 25:41 41“Then He will also say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, accursed ones, into the eternal fire which has been prepared for the devil and his angels.
II Thessalonians 1:9 9These will pay the penalty of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of His power.
The Great Commission
As Christians, we are commanded by Jesus Christ to share our faith with others, to make disciples through baptism and teaching.
Matthew 28:18-20 18And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 9“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
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Description of Suspended In The Light
Geometrical and Nature meet…
God is creator, and we are made in God’s image or Imago Dei, then we are, in our essence, creators. We are, in our essence, artists. Therefore, when we open ourselves to the expression of creativity, we also open to the movement of the Divine within us. —Christine Valters Paintner and Betsey Beckman
Our divine DNA carries the creative impulse of the Creator. In my dear friend James Finley’s words, the human longing for creative expression is part of our “God given godly nature.” Even if you don’t consider yourself creative or artistic, it is an inherent part of your being.
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Compartimos un testimonio que la Conferencia de religiosos de Canadá, pidió a nuestra hermana Karina Farías sobre su servicio con los migrantes:
“Since I arrived in Canada three years ago, this Gospel line has gained a special meaning for me. I am a Mexican Sister and a member of the Teresian Carmelite Missionaries Congregation. I have been appointed to work with Seasonal Farm Workers from Guatemala and Mexico in the Lower Mainland. (Last year in BC more than 5,000 workers were hired). They face vulnerable situations such as a different language, a new culture, and both working and poor housing conditions, among others. Most of them left wives and children for a period that varies from 6 months to two years. It is a hard decision to take, but they accept it because of poverty, lack of employment and low salaries, which makes it harder to raise a family.
Seasonal Farm Workers’ Ministry in the Archdiocese of Vancouver involves six parishes and is coordinated by Fr. Richard Zanotti CS. This team is also composed by other Scalabrinian Priests, myself and the tireless work of lay people who generously support our ministry.
My pastoral job includes offering spiritual support, formation, guidance, and accompaniment to our migrant brothers. It is our main pastoral focus.
We celebrate Spanish Masses and Confessions in six different parishes, followed by a dinner and sharing. In February 2017 another parish is going to take on this ministry. However other activities are involved, for example, medical appointments, visits to the hospital, shoulders to lean on… —they want to be listened to about their families, problems and dreams.
We also visit farms and provide a faith program called Discovery. Our main goal is to offer a warm setting for faith sharing experiences. We want our Church to be a hospitable community for newcomers and a real reflection of God’s concern toward the marginalized, where they indeed feel at home surrounded by family members. Our sincere and profound intentions is to always live Jesus’ commandment of compassion, service and tolerance.
I recently received a call from a worker, telling me he is working on his personal conversion. “I want to be a better person, husband and father. I want to live closer to Jesus”. This testimony really touched and motivated me to keep on being Jesus’ presence in their daily lives”.
Sister Karina Farias, cmt
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The Year of Saint Paul
The inner part of the coin depicts the conversion of Saint Paul on the road to Damascus (the city is visible in the background); the saint, dazzled by a light from the sky, falls from his rearing horse.
Two inscriptions are engraved around the portrait: on the left hand side, an inscription denoting the issuing country ‘CITTÀ DEL VATICANO’; on the right hand side, the legend ‘ANNO SANCTO PAULO DICATO’.
The year ‘2008’ is inscribed to the right of the portrait, as well as the mintmark ‘R’ and the artist's name ‘VEROI’.
Beneath the portrait are the initials of the engraver Luciana De Simoni, ‘L.D.S. INC.’.
The twelve stars of the European flag are depicted on the outer ring.
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In less than a month it is Easter! This year the Christian Catholic and Greek Christian Orthodox Easter coincide. This happens only once in the four years. Most of you know the reason why I started Chove. Because I want to share with you the experience of the amazing Greek delicacies, glyka with you. However, this is not the only thing I want to share with you. What I also want to share with you is some of the unique customs and traditions you can find in Greece. One of them, is Greek Easter! An amazing festivity. As mentioned in a former blog, customs, traditions and being Greek have become one throughout the years. In general the majority of the Greek population celebrates those moments either they believe in God or not.
One of the greatest celebrations in the Christian Orthodox calendar is Easter. How we arrive to the Easter celebrations? We start back in the winter. Below you will find some explanations in short.
Carnival – Apokries
A festivity during which now we disguise ourselves in the most crazy costumes. Actually in Greece, those are the last days to eat meat. Because carnival in Greek is called apokries which comes from the words ‘apo’ meaning from and ‘kreas’ meat. Taking distance from the meat.
Aside to this part there is also a logic to why this happened during this time of year. In the early years, folks would slaughter animals for the winter and as the winter came to an end the last pieces of meat would be eaten. Then a period of downtime would come as the little ones needed to be born first until the circle could start again.
40 Days before Easter – Clean Monday (Kathari Theftera)
Around 7 weeks before Easter the fasting period starts. This happens on the first Monday after carnival.
This Monday is called Clean Monday, in Greek ‘Kathari Theftera’. Then it is a day off in Greece. Everyone meets up with friends and family, having lunch and dinner but without meat and milk products. Those 40 days resemble the 40 days that Jesus walked through the dessert. Fasting is seen as the period to clean ones soul. Aside to this on Clean Monday, the sky looks amazing! It is full of colours. Colours of the flying kites. It is said that kites go back to the 4th century that according historians was developed by Pithagoras. Next to this it is seen as an object with which you can come closer up to God. Of course delicacies are not missed from the table, but those ones are without diary products, one of them is the treat chalvas. This is a desert especially for the fasting period.
40 days have passed and the Big Week, Megali Evdomada in Greek, starts. If you wish you can go every day at the church where you can listen to the psalms. Every day in this week gets the name ‘Big’ in front of it. So, you have Big Monday, Big Tuesday, et cetera.
This is the day that the eggs are dyed red and the brioches (tsoureki) are put in the oven. Which symbolizes the rebirth of life and nature.
This is the day that Jesus, Christ, is said to be buried. The ceremony is called the Epitaph during which it is said to be the deposition of the body of Jesus to his burial, the Epitaph. This is actually the burial ceremony of Jesus. The Epitaph is being decorated with flowers. During the evening the procession takes place with chanters throughout the streets of the cities and villages. The final destination is the graveyard where Jesus is buried.
3 days after his death, Jesus is said to resurrect. To celebrate this moment, people gather before midnight in church holding white candles. Children receive candles in various colours with a present on them by their godmother or – father. Usually accompanied by a chocolate egg or bunny. At exactly midnight the priest declares that Jesus has resurrected. This is accompanied by a lot of fireworks. He proclaims it by ‘Christos Anesti’, (Christ has risen) and shares the Holy light that is said to come from his grave. The archbishop namely goes that day to Jerusalem to get the light out of the graveyard. You can see this on the news on TV where they show that the Holy Light is transferred from place to place to finally arrive at all the churches of Greece. When the Holy light is given to one another at midnight people wish each other the following. ‘Chirstos Anesti’ (Christ has risen) and get the answer ‘Alithos Anesti’ (He has truly risen). After this moment, Judas, the betrayer is burned. A human size doll is being burned with fireworks on the background.
The same night magiritsa is being eaten (a tripe and herb soup) and red eggs are cracked. Most people take the Holy light with them home. Because upon arrival they will put a cross with the flames of the candle on the front door of the house. This is done to keep the bad away from the house.
Easter Sunday & Monday
On both first and second day of Easter, families and friends gather to have lunch together and celebrate this day. It is the end of fasting. Traditional food is served. This is lamb on the spit which has been prepared throughout the whole morning until noon accompanied with potatoes and Greek salad on the side. The atmosphere is festive, full of joy, dances and excitement and yes some broken plates too on the floor ;)
The Easter period is to me very special. It is a very colourful period. A lot happens in such a short time. Whenever I am in Greece I realize that this is a very special and unique celebration which I am glad to share with you. It is really worth it to once have this experience as it so different than others either you believe or not in God. This year I will be there again!
Be with the ones you love during amazing days like those above.
Enjoy every moment!
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The Members of St. Paul Parish are gathered by the Holy Spirit to worship God in word, action and sacrament and to serve Jesus Christ by serving others, especially the poor and needy. We are committed to handing on the faith we have received from the Apostles to our children and others.
St. Paul Catholic Schools began in 1909. St. Paul Parish is committed to handing on the faith to its children and toward that end, we shall provide students with a Catholic education which is dedicated to preparing them academically and spiritually for life's challenges.
St. Paul Catholic Church and School are fortunate to have so many caring people who are willing to give of their time, talent and treasure. Each plays a vital role in the development of our parish family and community.
Mass: St. Paul - Sunday 10 AM, 12:30 PM, 5 PM Holy Family - Saturday 5PM - Sunday 8 AM
Reconciliation: St. Paul - Friday 5:00 - 5:20 PM Holy Family - Saturday 4:15 - 4:45 PM
Adult Education Committee Presents
Mark your calendar for April 26th as Father Matthew Kuczora, CSC will be sharing a presentation entitled "Reflections".
School Hosting Kindergarten Round Up & Open House
St. Paul Catholic School is hosting Kindergarten Round Up on Thursday, March 9th. Kindergarten Round Up is for children who will be 5 years of age before August 1, 2017 and will be entering kindergarten in the fall. Information about the school curriculum will be shared at 11:30 am and 6:00 pm. A school-wide Open House will also be held on March 9th from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm. Tour the school, meet the teachers, explore academic and after school programs and register for the 2017-2018 school year. Registration opens February 24th!
Movie Night - Feb. 15th
On Wednesday, February 15th at 6:00 pm, the St. Paul Catholic Church Adult Religious Education Committee with host a Movie Night. For more information, click the link below.
St. Paul Soup Supper - Jan. 25th
Come celebrate the Feast of the Conversion of Paul, Apostle on Wednesday, January 125h at 5:30 pm. The celebration will begin with vespers in the church followed by a dinner of soup and finger foods in McCarthy Hall.
Movie Night - Jan. 18th
On Wednesday, January 18th at 6:00 pm, the St. Paul Catholic Church Adult Religious Education Committee with host a Movie Night. For more information, click the link below.
Marsh Care December 22nd to 24th
Help raise money for St. Paul Catholic School while you shop at any Marsh or O'Malia's store from Thursday, December 22nd through Saturday, December 24th. The school will receive 5% of your total purchase when you use the flyer found by clicking the more button below.
First Quarter Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance Announced
St. Paul Catholic School recently recognized students for their perfect attendance and honor roll.
Parish to Host Hog Roast This Sunday
St. Paul Catholic Parish is hosting its annual Hog Roast this Sunday, October 16th from 4:00 until 8:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for church and school families to mingle, participate in a wide array of activiteis for all ages and enjoy a meal together. See the flyer flyer found by clicking the More button below.
Marsh Care October 20th to 22nd
Help raise money for St. Paul Catholic School while you shop at any Marsh or O'Malia's store from Thursday, October 20th through Saturday, October 22nd. The school will receive 5% of your total purchase when you use the flyer found by clicking the more button below.
Weekly Letter From the Pastor It is officially spring. As I write this I am not sure how springlike the weather will be when you read it. Spring is traditionally a time of hope and life. The dreariness of winter gives way to greenness. For me spring training and the approach of a new baseball season is always exciting. As we enter the last couple weeks of Lent may we embrace the disciplines of this Season so that we can cast off deeds of darkness.
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"'Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse ... and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.'" (Malachi 3:10)
First Baptist Church of Norristown offers several ways to share your monetary gifts with God. You can donate online using the above button, which processes your money in a safe and secure portal that goes directly to the church and our various missions and ministries. This online portal is meant to provide a simple and convenient way to give consistently, but the church must pay a small fee for each transaction in order to provide this convenience. If you so desire, you can choose to offset the transaction fee so the full intended amount can be given to the church. If you choose to pay through a checking account instead of a credit or debit card, a smaller portion will be removed. Alternatively, you can give your monetary gifts in-person, using the offering plates within the church. Any donations you make are tax-deductible. If you have any questions about the offering portal, please call or email the church office. May God our Father bless you for your generosity, obedience, and support of the work we are doing together on this journey with our Savior and Healer, Jesus Christ!
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On October 4, 1535, the Coverdale Bible, the first English-language translation of Christianity’s sacred text, was printed.
The Coverdale Bible, compiled by Myles Coverdale and published in 1535, was the first complete Modern English translation of the Bible (not just the Old Testament or New Testament), and the first complete printed translation into English (cf. Wycliffe’s Bible in manuscript).
The later editions (folio and quarto) published in 1539 were the first complete Bibles printed in England. The 1539 folio edition carried the royal licence and was therefore the first officially approved Bible translation in English.
The place of publication of the 1535 edition was long disputed.
The printer was assumed to be either Froschover in Zurich or Cervicornus and Soter (in Cologne or Marburg). Since the discovery of Guido Latré, in 1997, the printer has been identified as Merten de Keyser, in Antwerp. Although Coverdale was also involved in the preparation of the Great Bible of 1539, the Coverdale Bible continued to be reprinted.
The last of over 20 editions of the whole Bible, or its New Testament, appeared in 1553.
Coverdale based his New Testament on Tyndale’s translation. For the Old Testament, Coverdale used Tyndale’s published Pentateuch and possibly his published Jonah.
He apparently did not make use of any of Tyndale’s Old Testament material, which was unublished. Instead, Coverdale himself translated the remaining books of the Old Testament and the Apocrypha.
Coverdale used his working intermediate knowledge of Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, not being a Hebrew or Greek scholar, he worked primarily from German Bibles and some other sources.
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Rita...it means so much to me to know that you're praying for me. As I get older...it means more to me than it's ever meant before. You're a special lady and I'm so glad to be your friend.
Welcome Rita! What a joy to welcome you as a member here at Lois Jane Ministries. It was a blessing to get to know you while I was at FBC Newton during the spring revival. The Lord blesssed us all so much that week and I will remember those days always. I've lost count of how many times I've been to your church. Thanks also for being one of my prayer partners Rita. That means more to me than you will ever know. I also keep you and your family in my prayers, and especially your son.
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It is hard to believe that as I type this, I am merely 18 days from completing my first year of teaching. If anything has been a spiritual battle, it has been this past year with my middle schoolers, junior highers, & high schoolers. I am slowly learning more God's unrelenting love for those who don't even know Him yet. God is also using some inspiring young men and women who are deeply in love with Him to encourage me daily and remind me of His providential care.
One of the biggest blessings that Kasey and I have received started about 7 weeks ago. Fruitland Community Church in Fruitland, MO (just north of Jackson) hired me as their worship leader. This church is truly on mission for Christ and it is humbling and exciting to be a part of such a fellowship.
I am now almost half-way through my Masters program through Liberty. After an 8-week break from classes, I am anxiously awaiting my next course. God is challenging me in many ways and reviving my spirit. I am excited to see what God has in store for this summer!
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Today marks the second week our bundle of joy has been home. JunFen continues to settle into her new life with her forever family. We had a week of fun, establishing more daily routine, a few doctor appointments and just "being" together.
JunFen has amazed us with her memory! She has been listening to some fairy tales in Mandarin and can recite the entire stories now from memory. She has such a sweet expression as she recites the stories to MaMa & BaBa that she brings us to tears.
JunFen is like a sponge and so hungry to learn. She asks us to explain and name what she sees around her and is teaching herself English using our electronic translator!
We have also been touched by JunFen's attraction to her new found faith in Jesus. She loves to see pictures of Jesus and did wonderfully during her first visit to church. The Gospel passage for Sunday was - "I will not leave you orphans!"
Our language is limited in explaining our faith - but we're sure the Holy Spirit is touching her heart as she breaks into a big smile at the name of Jesus. A few times we were late in saying our mealtime prayers and JunFen reminded us by making the sign of the cross!
JunFen will go to a Mandarin immersion school for two half days this week and then start full days next week. She has visited the school and seems excited about it. The only down side has been her dislike of the color of the uniforms - she's become a fashionista!
Thanks again for all of your prayers and support. We are so blessed and pray more families come to know the joy of older child adoption.
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Connected Community Learning (CCL) was set up in the year 2000 as an experimental not-for-profit eLearning organisation providing opportunities for laypeople anywhere in the world to learn more about their faith. The project gained new momentum through partnership with the Diocese of Norwich in 2011, at a time when both technology (broadband becoming commonplace) and culture (people's 'comfort' with the on-line environment) had changed dramatically for the better.
This, CCL's, website, derives its name from Ephesians 4.12, in which Paul writes of "equip[ping] the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ", 'saints' being no more nor less than followers of Jesus. We are all called to minister, to "serve up" if you will, God's grace, mercy, love and truth. We all need equipping for that purpose, which is what CCL is about.
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ATLANTA, GA – November 3rd, 2018, will go down as a historic day in the New York archives of Steinway & Sons as the brilliant sounds of a new Steinway Model B greeted the faithful who flocked to a grand piano dedication concert for the Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Dr. Patrice E. Turner, Director of Worship and Arts, and several guest musicians performed at the 2,200 seat Horizon Sanctuary, located across the street from the church that has a rich history dating to 1886. The Ebenezer Steinway was chosen after a month-long competitive audition tied to the Horizon Project, a series of sanctuary updates initiated by Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Raphael Warnock and church trustees. The project commemorates the 50th anniversary of the passing of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who served as co-pastor from 1960 to the time of his untimely death in 1968.
Tom Olsen, Institutional/Education Specialist at Steinway Piano Galleries Atlanta, worked closely with Jason Rome, Audio Engineer, and Dr. David Oliver, organist at Ebenezer and Morehouse College, in the selection process.
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What do you believe, and why? This is a critical question for all people and I believe the history of the church has something to say about it. This question…”how do you know what you know?” is the basis for epistemology — the study of knowing. Christians generally believe that scripture, the history of the church, human reason, and spiritual experience are all factors in knowing.
I believe a critical part of knowing “reality” is in recognizing the tension between these factors — knowing that our experiences are interpreted through our mental models, and that our reason is based on assumption. Because our reason and experience are limited, study of the scriptures and church tradition are critical in developing a mature Christian faith.
This is why I have tried to incorporate these elements in my songwriting. It is important that our songs not only allow us to express our feelings toward God, but that they also guide the development of our faith by being based on scripture and guidance of 2000 years of church history.
I hope that you find this to be true in the songs of YWMH. I invite you to listen to our first EP “Passion,” a musical account of the activities of Holy Week, from Palm Sunday to Easter. (It’s free!)
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Praise is a great way to express our thankfulness and gratefulness to God.
The dictionary defines the word praise as “to glorify, especially by the attribution of perfections.”. God is absolutely perfect in every attribution, which means that He is worthy of praise! The Bible commands every living creature to praise the Lord (Psalm 150:6).
Praise ye the Lord.
Psalm 150:2 KJV Praise him for his mighty acts: praise him according to his excellent greatness.
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Certainly, the most important event of 2011 is the wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday, April 29 at Westminster Abbey in central London.
The historical building has been the setting for many royal occasions over the years. Here it is a few:
20 November 1947: Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) married Prince Philip of Greece (later Duke of Edinburgh)
They were the tenth royal to marry at the Abbey. The hymns were Praise my soul, the King of Heaven and The Lord is my Shepherd and the couple left the Church to Mendelssohn’s Wedding March. Princess Elizabeth’s dress was designed by Norman Hartnell from silk spun at Lullingstone Castle in Kent, with a veil, a tiara of pearls and diamonds and a very long train appliqued with a design of stars, Tudor roses and wheat. For austerity reasons, after years of war, very little extra seating was provided and about 2,000 guests attended. The Queen and Prince Philip have attended thanksgiving services at the Abbey to commemorate their Silver wedding and Golden wedding anniversaries
2 June 1953: Coronation of Elizabeth II
This was the 38th coronation at the Abbey, the first being that of William the Conqueror in 1066. The ceremony was televised for the first time making it possible for the public to witness the event in its entirety. Half a million people gathered to watch the coronation procession from Buckingham palace. The music was performed by a 60-strong orchestra and a 400-strong choir. The Queen was watched by 8251 guests gathered inside the Abbey. She entered the Abbey at 11.20 and was crowned at 12.34
6 May 1960: Princess Margaret, second daughter of King George VI, was married to Antony Armstrong-Jones (later Earl of Snowdon)
The hymns were Christ is made the sure foundation and Immortal, invisible, God only wise and the couple left the Church to Henry Purcell’s Trumpet Tune and Airs. The couple were divorced in 1978
14 November 1973: The Princess Royal, only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II, was married to Captain Mark Phillips
The hymns were Glorious things of thee are spoken and Immortal invisible, God only wise and the couple left to Widor’s Toccata in F major, Johann Strauss Radetzky March and the Finale from the Organ Symphony no. 1 by Vierne. The couple were later divorced. Princess Anne is now married to Timothy Laurence
23 July 1986: Prince Andrew, the second son of Queen Elizabeth II, was married to Sarah Ferguson
The Duke and Duchess of York had two children during their marriage: Princess Beatrice of York (born 1988) and Princess Eugenie of York (born 1990). After four years of official separation, the Duke and Duchess made the mutual decision to divorce in 1996
6 September 1997: Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales July 1, 1961 – 31 August 1997
Princes William and Harry walked behind the funeral cortege along with the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Edinburgh and Earl Spencer, the late princess’s brother. More than 2,000 people attended the ceremony and it was watched by 32.78 million Britons on television. It is one of the most watched events in history after being followed by 2.5 billion people worldwide. The outpouring of public grief following the death of Princess Diana in a car accident in Paris was described as a phenomenon. Elton John performed the song Candle in the Wind, initially dedicated to Marilyn Monroe, during the service and Diana’s brother Earl Spencer gave the address
Westminster Abbey, is a large, mainly Gothic church and is located just to the west of the Palace of Westminster. The Abbey’s two western towers were built between 1722 and 1745 by Nicholas Hawksmoor and constructed from Portland stone
An interior view of Westminster Abbey in London
A mosaic pattern decorates the lantern roof of Westminster Abbey
A statue of Virgin Mary, holding the young Jesus, above the side entrance at Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey with a procession of Knights of the Bath, by Canaletto, 1749.
A statue gisant on a tomb in Westminster. It was filled with the tombs of various dukes and earls.
King Edward’s Chair
A view of from the nearby London Eye to the North East
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The Significance of the Old Testament
The Old Testament is an integral part of the Christian Bible, serving as the foundation for the New Testament. It comprises a collection of writings that were sacred to the ancient Israelites, including religious texts, historical accounts, poetry, and prophetic literature. While the Old Testament predates the birth of Jesus Christ by several centuries, it plays a crucial role in understanding the context and fulfillment of the teachings and prophecies found in the New Testament.
The Old Testament provides valuable insights into the history, culture, and religious practices of the Jewish people, which are essential for comprehending the world in which Jesus was born and the events that unfolded during his life. Additionally, many of the prophecies and symbols found in the Old Testament find their fulfillment in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus as described in the New Testament.
Patterns and Themes Connecting the Testaments
One of the remarkable aspects of the Bible is its cohesion and interconnectedness, with themes, symbols, and patterns repeating and developing throughout both the Old and New Testaments. These connections serve to reinforce and deepen the meaning of the biblical narrative and highlight the divine plan unfolding throughout history.
For example, the concept of sacrifice is prevalent in both testaments. In the Old Testament, animal sacrifices served as a temporary means of atonement for sins, foreshadowing the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, which would provide permanent redemption for humanity. Similarly, the Passover feast, which commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, finds its fulfillment in Jesus’ sacrifice as the Lamb of God, who gives his life to free humanity from the bondage of sin.
Furthermore, numerous prophetic messages in the Old Testament point toward the coming of the Messiah, who would bring salvation and establish the kingdom of God. These prophecies find their realization in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, as recounted in the New Testament. The connections between the prophecies and their fulfillment serve as powerful evidence of the divine inspiration and authority of the Bible.
Understanding the New Testament through the Old Testament
Reading and studying the Old Testament provides invaluable context for interpreting and understanding the teachings and events described in the New Testament. It sheds light on the cultural, historical, and religious milieu in which Jesus lived and the early Christian Church emerged.
Furthermore, the Old Testament lays the foundation for important theological concepts and doctrines that are explored and expanded upon in the New Testament. For instance, the concept of covenant is central to both testaments, with God establishing a covenant with ancient Israel and later establishing a new covenant through Jesus Christ. By studying the Old Testament, we gain a deep appreciation for the significance of the new covenant and the transformative power of God’s grace manifested through Jesus.
Additionally, familiarity with the Old Testament helps us recognize the typology and symbolism used throughout the New Testament. Jesus often referred to Old Testament stories, imagery, and prophecies to illustrate and elucidate his teachings. By understanding these references, we gain a deeper insight into the richness and depth of the New Testament and the theological truths it conveys.
Applying the Lessons of the Old Testament Today
While the New Testament emphasizes the teachings and life of Jesus Christ, the Old Testament remains relevant and applicable to our lives today. Its stories, wisdom, and moral principles continue to inspire and guide believers in their faith journey.
The Old Testament provides examples of heroes and heroines of faith who faced profound challenges, yet remained steadfast and obedient to God. Their stories serve as a source of encouragement and inspiration, reminding us of the faithfulness of God and his ability to bring about redemption and restoration in the midst of adversity.
Furthermore, the Old Testament contains timeless wisdom and ethical teachings, offering guidance on how to live a righteous and meaningful life. It addresses various aspects of human existence, including relationships, justice, mercy, and the pursuit of wisdom. The Old Testament provides a moral compass that continues to resonate with believers today and informs their decisions and actions.
A Seamless Narrative
In conclusion, the Old Testament and the New Testament are interconnected parts of a seamless narrative, unveiling God’s redemptive plan for humanity. While the New Testament focuses on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Old Testament provides the historical, cultural, and theological foundation necessary for a deep and meaningful understanding of God’s revelation through Jesus. Broaden your understanding of the topic by visiting this suggested external site. There, you’ll find valuable details and supplementary information that will enrich your reading experience. Learn from this informative study, don’t miss out!
By recognizing the patterns, themes, and connections between the two testaments, we gain a holistic perspective on God’s story and the role we play within it. The Old Testament guides and shapes our understanding of the New Testament, illuminating the significance of Jesus’ life and teachings. It remains a valuable resource for Christians seeking to deepen their faith, expand their knowledge, and apply biblical principles to their lives.
Expand your knowledge with the related links below. Happy reading:
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“Charlotte is over the top inspired, talented, and in tune with wellness massage. Seriously book your appointments...notice the s, book more than one. I'm definitely a fan! Love you Charlotte.”
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Rev. Dr. Yap Kim Hao was consecrated the 1st Asian Bishop of the Methodist Church in malaysia and Singapore in 1968. He was elected to serve as General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia in 1973. In 1988 he accepted the invitation as Visiting Professor of World Christianity, Perkins School of Theology, Southern methodist University, Dallas, texas, USA. He taught also in Summer school in vancouver School of Theology, Canada in 1990.
His primary education was in Anglo Chinese School, Kampar and secondary education in Anglo-Chinese School, Ipoh, Malaysia. he obtained his Bachelor of Arts (Biology & Cheminstry) from Baker University, Baldwin City, kansas. His Master of Divinity and Doctor of theology Degrees were secured from Boston University School of Theology, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
His publications include Doing Theology in a pluralistic world and from Prepat to Colombo: History of the Christian Conference of Asia, 1957-1995.
He was confered with an hononary Doctor of Divinity degree of Baker University and was honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award by Boston University School of Theology. The Order of Jerusalem medal was presented to him in recognition of his services in the World Methodist Council.
In March 2014, Yale-NUS college announced the Yap Kim Hao Professorship in Comparative Religious Studies.
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June 11, 2016
The Heart of the Heroes is made up of Christian youth who are former foster children that have been adopted and biological children of foster families. The band, along with their parents, share a passion for youth in foster care. They started this ministry to recruit foster families and bring foster care awareness. Through their music and stories they speak to those who are called to help through fostering or those called to help with the many other need of foster children. Their passion shows in their singing and speaking. The message is powerful and leaves many in tears.
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SICC Church Membership Covenant
- Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Savior and Lord, and on profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and having accepted the Bible as our sole authority of faith and practice, we do now in the presence of God and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another as one body in Christ.
- We do endeavor to maintain family devotions and Bible studies; to educate our children in the Christian faith; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintances; to be just in our dealings and faithful in our engagements. To avoid all things that have the appearance of evil and to abstain from practices that may cause another person to stumble; to avoid all gossiping, backbiting and excessive anger.
- We pledge to walk together in brotherly love and watchfulness, as members of the Christian church. Giving and receiving admonition with meekness and affection; to remember each other in prayer; to aid each other in sickness and distress; to cultivate Christian sympathy in feeling and courtesy in speech. To be slow to take offense, but always ready for reconciliation and mindful of the rules of our Savior, and to secure it without delay. We will not forsake the assembling of ourselves together.
- To use our influence to combat the abuse of drugs and alcohol and the spread of pornography and other practices which lead to moral and spiritual decay.
- We will work together for the continuance of a faithful evangelistic ministry of this church, as we sustain its worship, discipline and doctrines. We will contribute cheerfully and regularly to the support of the ministry, the expense of the church, the relief of the poor and the spread of the gospel through all nations.
- We moreover pledge that when we move away from this place, we will be united with another church as soon as possible. Where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s Word.
- I hereby agree and abide by the above declarations.
- May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with us all. Amen.
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Sabbath Grace Fellowships Community Assistance Program is an outreach ministry whose purpose is to serve local communities providing individuals and medical offices with complementary discount prescription drug cards, we envision a world where prescription medications are more affordable so that everyone has access to the medications they need.
Sabbath Grace Fellowship was created in the summer of 2004 by a passionate group of people who after much prayer and spiritual reflection were convicted that God wanted us to create a safe place to grow, especially for folks in the Orlando area who had been wounded by previous religious experiences.
We're a nondenominational Christian community that really values your spiritual journey. We're here not to judge but to encourage and support. Like heaven, we're a delightful mix of ethnic and religious backgrounds. We don't pretend we're perfect but find strength in embracing and learning from our brokenness.We have no agenda except to experience the life, love and grace of Jesus while being immersed in a loving, safe community.
When a person chooses to journey with Christ, he becomes part of a large body of travelers. Each one has come from a different place, and is on a slightly different journey. But all are walking together in the same light toward the same place, learning to know, love and trust the same Savior and are reflecting His light to those who do not yet know Him.
Sabbath Grace Fellowship's original theme song, "We've Only Just Begun," was part of the memories of the day AND continues to be the positive attitude of leaders and members of SGF. Yes, we've only just begun to see what God has in store for our ministry.
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Where’s the garden of Eden?
The Garden of Eden, often referred to as the paradise where the first man and woman, Adam and Eve, lived in harmony with nature and God, has fascinated humanity for centuries. The quest to locate this mythical garden has led to numerous theories and speculations. In this article, we’ll explore the various proposed locations while shedding light on the ambiguity that surrounds this timeless enigma. Garden mentor insights will also be highlighted as we delve into this captivating journey of discovery.
A Tapestry of Theories
Southern Mesopotamia, Near the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers: One prevalent theory places the Garden of Eden at the head of the Persian Gulf, in southern Mesopotamia, where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers meet the sea. This location aligns with the description in Genesis, which mentions these rivers as part of the garden’s landscape.
The Armenian Highlands: Some believe the garden could have been situated in the Armenian Highlands, a region marked by stunning landscapes and fertile valleys.
Tabriz, Iran: Another theory points to the vicinity of Tabriz in Iran as the possible location of Eden. This theory suggests that the garden’s beauty and abundance may be found nestled in the heart of Iran.
Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon Ranges: The Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon mountain ranges also enter the debate. Their lush greenery and breathtaking vistas have led some to speculate that the garden could have thrived amidst these peaks.
Kalahari Desert, Botswana: An unexpected theory takes us to the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, where some researchers propose the Garden of Eden may have flourished in a vastly different environment than previously imagined.
Meeting of Tigris and Euphrates Rivers (Iraq/Iran): Another intriguing possibility places the garden in an area near the Persian Gulf, where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers merge. This location provides the essential rivers mentioned in the Genesis account.
The Unknowable Mystery
Despite these compelling theories, the exact location of the Garden of Eden remains an elusive mystery. Genesis 2:10-14 describes four rivers, including the Tigris and Euphrates, yet the evolving geography of the millennia has obscured the names and courses of these waterways. Consequently, pinpointing Eden’s precise location has proven to be a challenge.
Is the Garden of Eden a real place?
The Garden of Eden is a real place according to the Bible.
Where is the Garden of Eden located?
It is located in the land of Eden, which was watered by four rivers: the Pishon, the Gihon, the Tigris, and the Euphrates. The exact location of the Garden of Eden is unknown, but some scholars believe that it may have been located in Mesopotamia, present-day Iraq.
What is the Garden of Eden like?
The Garden of Eden is described as a paradise, a place of perfect beauty and abundance. It was home to all kinds of trees and plants, as well as animals. Adam and Eve were created by God to live in the Garden of Eden, and they were given the freedom to eat anything they wanted except the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.
Why were Adam and Eve expelled from the Garden of Eden?
When Adam and Eve disobeyed God and ate the fruit of the forbidden tree, they were expelled from the Garden of Eden. The Garden of Eden story is a reminder of the consequences of sin and the importance of obeying God. It is also a story of hope, as it points to the promise of redemption and eternal life.
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The authorship of Philippians is generally accepted to be from Paul. In the first verse of
Philippians, the Apostle Paul clearly states that he is the one writing, which is typical of most of
his letters attributed to him, but he does not clearly state his apostleship like in most of his letters.
However, his letter is slightly different, because does Paul only write himself down as the author,
but he as includes Timothy as well (Phil 1:1). Even though he includes Timothy as an “author”,
Paul clearly is the one responsible for the contents of the letter. For example, Paul uses personal
pronouns like “I” and “me”, which excludes Timothy.1
Philippians is very similar to many of
Paul’s other letters, which also attests to his authorship. Church history also affirms this.
Polycarp, Irenaeus, Clement and other church fathers solely assign the letter to Paul.2 Therefore,
it is safe to say that the other of the letter can be no one else than Paul, and there is nothing that
can strongly argue against it.
The date and place that the letter of Philippians was written is important to the context of
the letter, specifically who Paul’s opponents were and what they thought.3 We know from the
letter that Paul was in prison when he wrote the letter (Phil 1:7, 13, 16), most likely under house
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arrest in Rome.4 Paul was under imprisonment for two years, during which he also wrote the
other prison epistles. Some scholars argue based of internal evidence that his was one of Paul’s
first prison epistles, and others argue that it was one of the last ones.5 Regardless, scholars place
the date of Philippians to be somewhere in the late A.D. 50s to the early A.D. 60s based off this
two year time period he was under arrest.
The occasion or purpose that Paul wrote Philippians is mostly for pastoral reasons. Paul
seems to have wrote to reassure and edify the church at Philippi. The Philippians had sent
Epaphroditus with a gift for Paul and to help him out in prison, and Paul writes to tell the
Philippians to welcome him back because of the hardships he faced.6 He also writes to explain:
what his present circumstances are (Phil 1:12-26), to announce Timothy’s future visit (Phil 2:19),
to express his thanks for the Philippians’ gift (Phil 4:10-14), and to encourage them in Christ
(Phil 3:1, 4:4).
7 Paul also warns them against false teaching from the Judaizers and
antinomiantists (Phil 3-4:1), and makes an appeal to reconcile two women (Phil 4:2-3).8
The recipient of Paul’s letter were addresses as “all God’s holy people in Christ Jesus at
Philippi” (Phil 1:1). Paul arrived at Philippi in A.D. 50 on one of his missionary journeys, and he
founded the church there. One of the first converts was Lydia, and based off Acts 16:15, her
house was where the church met at.9 Since Philippi was a Roman colony, the majority of its
citizens were Roman citizens. As for the church at Philippi, the members were most likely poor
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(2 Cor 8:1-2), and they were undergoing persecution (Phil 1:28-30). This is why Paul writes with
themes like joy, fellowship, and the gospel.10
Paul’s letter of Philippians is one of Paul’s four prison epistles. This letter can be split up
into five different parts: his salutation, his missionary report, the Philippians partnership in the
gospel, arguments against false teaching, and his benediction. The main theme in this letter is
participating in gospel, in which Paul exemplifies Jesus’s self-sacrifice, and everything that Paul
talks about deals with that theme in some way.11
Paul’s letter of Philippians starts off like most of Paul’s letters. He gives his standard
introduction in Philippians 1:1-11, consisting of a salutation, thanksgiving, and a prayer. Unlike
his other letters, Paul does not make an effort to emphasize his apostleship in this section. In
Philippians 1:3-8, he gives his thanksgiving for the Philippians’ participation in the gospel. Paul
continues in Philippians 1:9-11 to offer a prayer for them, which calls for their love to abound,
for them to have discernment, and for them to be filled with the “fruit of righteousness”. Paul
prays that all of these bring glory and praise to God (Phil 1:11). Paul continues in Philippians
1:12-26 with a missionary report of what has been going on with him. He proceeds from his
introduction to explain his personal circumstances and sufferings. He does this because the
church of Philippi was interested in hearing about him since he was imprisoned, and his
explanation would be beneficial for them trying to follow Christ in the midst of persecution.12
Paul began this section by explaining that his imprisonment has “served to advance the gospel”
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(Phil 1:12). He emphasizes that, despite opposition and persecution, the gospel is being
proclaimed. Philippians 1:12-18 is Paul’s explanation of his present imprisonment, which also
serve as a positive model for all believers going through sufferings for Christ. Paul even goes as
far to say that he is rejoicing regardless of the suffering he is going through, simply because of
the fact that the God is being glorified (Phil 1:18). Paul then goes on in Philippians 1:19-26 to
talk about his hopeful future deliverance. He tells of this so the church at Philippi would adopt
the same outlook that he has on his suffering and maybe they would apply that to their own
The next section Philippians 1:27-4:9 is the majority of the letter as well has its heart.
Here, Paul discusses the Philippians partnership in the gospel, which has a lot packed into it.
Paul starts out in Philippians 1:27-30 to talk about the Philippians living a life worthy of gospel.
Paul expresses that he wants to come back and see them, but if he cannot make it, then he still
wants them to stand firm in the Spirit. These few verses stand as a topic sentence for the rest of
the section. These verses expresses Paul’s desire for the Philippians, and later Paul will explain
and illustrate what makes up a live worthy of the gospel.14
In Philippians 2:1-4, Paul tells the church of Philippi to be unified in Christ. He explains
that they can do this by being “like-minded”, “having the same love”, and “being one in the spirit
and of one mind” (Phil 2:2).
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1. Walking in unity ch. 2
2. Walking in steadfastness 3:1—4:1
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1. Restoring unity 4:2-3
2. Maintaining tranquility 4:4-9
IV. Epilogue 4:10-20
A. The recent gift 4:10-14
B. The previous gifts 4:15-20
V. Greetings and benediction 4:21-23
The second section of Paul’s letter takes place in Romans 1:18 to 3:20. In this section
Paul gives his explanation that everyone needs the gospel of Christ. Since everyone lacks the
righteousness that God requires, everyone must trust in Christ, or else they are subject to God’s
condemnation.15 Paul starts to explain this need of all people’s for God’s righteousness in
Romans 1:18-32. Paul tries to widen the focus of this section to emphasize that this is for
Gentiles and not just Jews. He explains the reasons for human guilt, why humans are ungodly,
and the reasons that humans are wicked. Paul shows that mankind is condemned for refusing to
accept God in regards to general revelation. In Romans 2:1-3:8, Paul shifts more to talk about
mankind’s failure to respond to special revelation. This section is more focused on the Jews
because they had Old Testament knowledge unlike the Gentiles.
16 Paul addresses people who
think they are already “good” and reveals to them that no one can be truly good or righteous on
their own, but they can only be through Christ. He also explains God’s principles of judgement
and the guiltiness of the Jews, and then answers some objections that the Romans might have.
Paul, in Romans 3:9-20, once again describes the guilty of all humanity, Jew or Gentile, and their
15 Constable, Notes on Romans 25.
16 Ibid. 35.
need for a savior. He also clarifies that works of the law are based on faith, and it is by faith
alone through Christ that brings about justification and thus God’s righteousness.
The second major section that Paul goes into is his explanation of imputation of God’s
righteousness, which he covers in Romans 3:21-5:21. In this section, Paul explains how we
receive righteousness, which is by grace from God through faith. So, having proved in the
previous section that justification based off good works or legalistic following of the law is
impossible, Paul presents the method of salvation based on the gospel of Christ.
17 Paul starts off
with a description of justification in Romans 3:21-26. Then, he goes into his defense and
reaffirmation of justification by faith alone in Romans 3:27-31. Paul then gives proof of
justification by faith from the law in Romans 4. Paul shows that God justified people by faith in
the Old Testament, and if Paul could convince his Jewish readers of this, then he could prove to
them that justification is by faith alone.
18 In Romans 4:1-5, he describes Abraham’s faithfulness
which justified him. Paul moved on in Romans 4:6-8 to talk about David’s description of the
justified to show that David based his understanding off faith. Romans 4:9-12 talks about the
priority of faith over circumcision, and Romans 4:13-17 discusses the priority of faith over being
Abraham’s decedents. Paul then, in Romans 4:18-22, makes an example of Abraham’s faith by
showing that trusting in God is essentially what everyone must do for justification. Paul then
draws out some conclusion from Abraham’s example in Romans 4:23-25, and he says that it was
Abraham’s faith is the reason why God credited him righteousness. Paul then goes on in Romans
5:1-11 to describe the results or benefits of justification. He includes this section because of
questions that might occur because of how uncertain this method of justification might have
17 Hodge, Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans 136.
18 Constable, Notes on Romans 61.
seemed to some.
19 Then, in Romans 5:12-21, Paul describes the restorative effects of
justification. He explains that justification not only saves us from sin, but it also brings us into a
new union with Christ. This section also serves as the conclusion to the opening section of the
letter (Rom 1:18-5:21).
Romans 6-8 is the last section covered in this summary. Paul moves from talking about
justification and righteousness to talking about sanctification in this section. Paul starts off in
Romans 6 to talk about sin in relationship to the believer in Christ. No longer is the topic on
salvation, but on living out that salvation.
20 In Romans 6:1-14, Paul gives an explanation of sin
in regards to the believer’s life. He claims that sin or our “old self” should be crucified with
Christ, and that we should be raised with him in new life (Romans 6:6-10). Paul goes on in
Romans 6:15-23 to explain that we are no longer a slave to sin, but to righteousness. Romans 7
talks about the relationship between the Law and the believer. Paul explains this relationship
because he said in Romans 6:14 that they are no longer under the Law, so the question of what
the Law has to do with the believer is sure to come up. Paul starts off in Romans 7:1-6 and
explains that the Law only has authority until death cancels that, and therefore Christ can be the
replacement authority. Romans 7:7-12 talks about the Law and sin. Paul clarifies that the Law
itself is not sinful, but that it produces conviction of sin.
21 However, it cannot destroy bondage to
sin, but it is Christ alone that can free from sin. Paul clarifies that the Law is actually “holy,
righteous, and good” (Rom 7:12). Paul then talks about the Law’s inability in Romans 7:13-25.
He explains his own personal struggle with sin and following the Law. Paul tells how the Law
has no ability to keep him from sin, in fact he basically says it almost made him what to do it
19 Ibid. 71.
20 Ibid. 87.
21 Hodge, Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans 314.
more (Rom 7:19-20). He stresses that only Christ has the ability to keep us from sin. Romans 8
goes on to explain the believer’s relationship to God, and it explains the benefits of sanctification
that the Holy Spirit brings. This chapter has a great focus on living according to the Holy Spirt,
with seventeen references to it.
22 It starts out with Paul discussing our deliverance from the flesh
by the power of the Holy Spirit in Romans 8:1-11. Then, in Romans 8:12-17, Paul explains our
new relationship to God, one that is led by the Holy Spirit. This new relationship consists of
being a child of God, which also includes being an heir. Romans 8:18-25 goes on to talk about
present sufferings and future glorification. Here, Paul gives a fairly wide view of God’s
redemption plan, and tells the Romans to be patient in their sufferings for the hope promised in
23 He then goes on in Romans 8:26-30 to tell of our place and role in God’s redemption
plan. Lastly, Romans 8:31-39 tells of our eternal security. In this section, Paul ask questions and
answers them himself about the truth of Christ, effectively producing the climax of his argument
Romans 3:21-26 is Paul’s summary of his explanation that righteousness comes through
faith alone, and not by works of the Law. Prior to this section, Paul had already proved that
justification based off following the Law or doing good works is impossible.
24 In Romans 3:21,
Paul starts to explain the concept of justification. Paul starts off by talking about “righteousness
of God”, which he explains in regards to God’s method of bringing someone into a right
relationship with him, or simply, justification.
25 In Romans 3:22, Paul goes on to talk about how
one attains this righteousness. He emphasizes that this righteousness is only given through faith
22 Constable, Notes on Romans 116.
23 Ibid. 127.
24 Hodge, Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans 136.
25 Constable, Notes on Romans 53.
in Christ to all who believe in him. He makes clear that the object of faith is Christ, and it is
notable that there is no reason to think that our faith makes any contribution to our salvation
other than accepting God’s gift.
26 In this verse, Paul also distinguishes that there is no difference
between Jew and Gentile. Both of them attain righteousness through faith in Christ, and neither
can attain it through works. Romans 3:23 puts both the Jew and Gentile on level ground, saying
that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God”. This verse basically summarizes
Romans 1:18-3:20, and it is easy to see from it that sin is the separating factor between God and
man. Paul wants to stress to the Romans that Jew or Gentile, they still are a sinner and need
Christ. Romans 3:24 talks about how justification is brought about. Paul makes it extremely clear
that justification is only brought about freely through the graceful, redemptive work of Christ
Jesus. This verse is the greatest verse in the Bible in regards to the manner of justification by
27 Romans 3:25 explains that Christ’s death was a sacrifice of atonement, that by the blood
he shed one can receive justification through faith in him. Paul writes that God did this to
“demonstrate his righteousness”, meaning that God did this to be true to his character and his
28 Paul also tells of God’s forbearance, how God was graceful to leave sins unpunished,
and sent his son to take the punishment for our sins. In Greek, Romans 3:22-26 are all one
sentence, and therefore these verses all have the same main idea and theme. Romans 3:26
continues the flow of thought and is the last part of the sentence.
29 Once again, Paul states that
God allowed Christ to die to demonstrate his righteousness. Paul explains God is just and is the
one who justifies, but he points out that this is only for those who has faith in Jesus. By
describing justification by faith in Romans 3:21-26, Paul gives a pretty good explanation of
26 Ibid. 53.
27 Constable, Notes on Romans 54.
28 Utley, The Gospel According to Paul: Romans 54.
29 Ibid. 51.
God’s imputed righteousness to believers. To summarize, God can justify sinners because of the
atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. His death and resurrection has allowed those who place their
faith in him to be made righteous through his sacrifice.30
Paul’s letter of Romans has given me a refreshed look on justification, sanctification, and
righteousness. The way Paul dealt with the Jew and Gentile controversy in the letter gave me
reminded me how I should treat all people equally when in regards to the gospel. No one is more
deserving of the gospel, and everyone has the same need for salvation. Therefore, there is no
reason to discriminate who I should share the gospel with. Romans 1:18 to 3:20 really
emphasized the need that all have to be saved by Christ, which honestly was a good reminder for
me to hear. Many times I forget that simple truth, and it should be something that I am constantly
thinking about and a driving factor for me to share the gospel. I really enjoyed Romans 6:1-4,
which talked about dying to our sin nature, “being baptized into Christ”, and being raising up
with him to live a new life. I love the imagery that Paul uses to describe this truth of salvation. In
Romans 8, Paul talks about living in the Spirit and not according to the flesh. This chapter
challenges me to live more by the Holy Spirit, and allow it to dictate how I live. Paul points out
in Romans 8:14 that those who are led by the Holy Spirit are children of God. I feel like I could
do a better job of surrendering myself over to be led by the Holy Spirit. Overall, I generally
enjoyed working though the first half of Romans, and I saw things for the first time that I had
skipped over during previous readings that I had never really thought about.
30 Constable, Notes on Romans 58.
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The Mission of Riverview Estates
Riverview Estates is a faith-based community serving a diverse aging population and their families by providing a continuum of care with respect, acceptance, dignity, and joy.
– Riverview Estates Mission Statement
At Riverview Estates, we are committed to our mission…maintaining a living environment that meets individual needs, through a continuum of care specifically tailored through three service areas: Assisted Living, Nursing Care and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation.
Our compassionate staff is devoted to providing quality of each patient’s care and maintaining their dignity, all the while meeting the social, emotional and spiritual needs of each resident.
The Baptist Home of South Jersey (Riverview Estates) is a non-profit corporation, affiliated with American Baptist Churches of New Jersey. All services and accommodations are available to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex or national origin.
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Br Desmond McGuire OFM
Desmond was born on the 13th September 1921 to John and Robina (Kelt) McGuire. He was baptised John at the Sacred Heart Church, Bridgeton, Glasgow, on the 18th September. He was confirmed at St Francis' Church in the Gorbals, on the 30th May 1929. He had an older sister, Mary, who survives him. John was educated at St Francis' School and at St Aloysius' Jesuit School, before going to the Franciscan Junior Seminary, St Bernardine's, Buckingham.
John entered the Franciscan Novitiate at Chilworth in September 1940, and was given the name Desmond. He made his profession there on the 5th September 1941. In his later years he said he would have liked to retire to Chilworth, but that was not to be. Desmond made his Solemn Profession at East Bergholt on the 5th September 1944 and was ordained Priest there on the 13th March 1948 by Bishop Leo Parker. His first appointment after Ordination was to Glasgow for a few months.
In 1949 he went to India as a Missionary and ministered in the outlying villages and communities. He returned to the UK in 1959, and had to be treated for chronic amoebic dysentery which he had contracted in 1952. On medical advice he did not return to India. In 1981 Desmond expressed a wish to go to minister in South Africa, but his request was not granted, mainly because of the need of personnel in the Province.
After his years in India, Desmond's appointments were: Shelfield (Aldridge), Stratford (London), Edinburgh (and a few months in Liverpool), Ascot and Ipswich. He was then appointed to Edinburgh - at St Francis' - and then as Guardian and Parish Priest at St Patrick's. In 1996 he was appointed to Craigmillar (Edinburgh).
Earlier this year Desmond requested to go to Nazareth House at Bonnyrigg, and from there was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where he died in the early hours of Friday 24th June 2016.
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Windows into Palestine is a 3-day festival in Minneapolis, celebrating the art, culture, and people of Palestine.
This collaboration between Bright Stars of Bethlehem, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Bethlehem Lutheran Church Foundation, and Lord of Life Lutheran Church includes art exhibits, musical performances, film screenings, cooking demonstrations and more! Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb will be presenting at several of the events.
On Wednesday, May 16, at 6pm Lord of Life Lutheran Church is hosting a free speaking event with Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb. Learn More Note: this event is not officially part of the Windows into Palestine Festival.
See Windows into Palestine website for Full Program Schedule
Thursday, May 17
11:30-1pm Festival Kick-off!
Featuring Palestinian Soccer Star Honey Thaljieh, George Lamman ensemble, Mediterranean reception
5-6:30pm “Windows of Hope” Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Featuring Palestinian art, live music, and refreshments
6pm Film Screening of The Wanted 18
A comical stop-motion animation that tells the story, of a small Palestinian town that started a local dairy industry during the First Intifada. Presented by Munir Nassar, who is the son of one of the film’s main characters. Discussion following screening.
6:30-8pm Musical Performances by Georges Lammam Ensemble
8pm Iftar Dinner
Friday, May 18
11am-1pm al Fresco concert with Georges Lammam Ensemble on Nicollet Plaza
1-3pm Film Screenings
3:30-5:30 Chef Showcase
Saturday, May 19
12pm-6pm Movie Marathon
6:15pm Celebration Dinner for Bright Stars
The weekend’s festivities culminate in a celebratory evening featuring four-course dinner, live auction and presentation by Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb. Tickets purchased raise funds for scholarship in Palestine. Learn more and register here.
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PALINDROME : a word or phrase which can be read backward and forward, LEVEL or RADAR.
ORIGIN : c.1620-1630; Greek palíndromos recurring, equivalent to pálin again, back +dromos running
FOLLOWING PALINDROME : a personal concept that expresses a human being’s action toward, or relationship to a perfect, symmetrical, examinable constant, that may be inflected for mood, voice and agreement, with the subject: God.
The concept of God has been the subject of my work for the past 9 years; at the same time it continues to be the subject of debate and conflict throughout the post-modern world. For me, God continues to be multifaceted, personal and yet an examinable constant.
As time passes, the Bible continues to surpass trends of thought while seizing the hearts of many. This fascinates me. How is it that such an ancient concept continues to be controversial and relevant worldwide, as well as an internal impetus for many today?
With this in mind, my images address basic issues of the relationship of the human and the divine, in the person of Jesus Christ, and the applicable nature of “God” to post-modern thinking.
Upon looking at my work you will notice that it is devoid of emotion, to suggest the pure nature of God, as He continues to present Himself to me. The art is meant to be fact and not fiction. Each image is a palindrome, which represents the covenant that God has made with Himself, symmetrical in nature and can be understood from all directions. A palindrome is the closest construct that represents the infinite nature of God. It has 3 parts, a beginning, a middle and an end, which for me is symbolic of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as one. Therefore, a palindrome depicts an actual reality that is spiritual, yet physical within the soul of each believer.
Some of my palindromes are still lifes, created in pairs that flank a central space. The objects signify the before and after affects of God entering a person’s life. When you look at a Christian, you cannot see his or her transformation to Christianity, but the internal structure of the soul has been altered. Thus, there is the slight change from the first image on the left to the second image on the right. The second image, the conversion, has become more in focus and more detailed. The empty space, the dark framing between the two drawings becomes the actual reality within the soul of each believer. God is flanked by the objects which serve as occupied territory in our hearts, separating us from our former transgressive nature. This territory is empty, depicting where the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit reside.
In my artistic practice, I seek to represent several facets of God’s character and how He changes people’s lives through personal relationships with Him. Working with biblical concepts over the past few years has lead me to believe that when our eyes see absolute truth, we are forever changed, even when that change cannot be detected. I hope to present a contemporary interpretation of the relevant and personal God of the Bible; Jesus Christ working in and through our lives today.
I thank God for His wisdom and the opportunity to translate His teachings into pictorial form.
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Concert in Memory of J. James Greasby
Date: Oct 12, 2014 | Time: 4:30 pm
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Join us Sunday, October 12 at 4:30 p.m. at Grace Church Episcopal for an afternoon in memory of the founder of the Bach Choir as we present two of his favorite works: J.S. Bach’s Cantata BWV 106 and Gabriel Faure’s Requiem. The concert is free with a suggested $15 donation.
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Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item:
|Title:||Enriching Church Life (2nd ed.)|
|Other Titles:||Enriching Church Life (2nd ed.)|
|Keywords:||church health;core qualities;vision;vitality|
|Citation:||Powell, R., Bellamy, J., Sterland, S., Jacka, K., Pepper, M., & Brady, M. (2012). Enriching Church Life: A guide to results from National Church Life Surveys for local churches (2nd ed.). Sydney, NSW: Mirrabooka Press & NCLS Research.|
|Abstract:||Enriching Church Life is designed to help you understand and foster vitality in your church. It shows how the results of the National Church Life Survey can be the starting point for positive and enriching change in your church. This is a book for all local churches whether large or small, whether thriving or struggling. It is also for anyone who wants to understand what the research says about the dynamics of church life. This second edition of Enriching Church Life outlines: Key research findings on fostering vitality and growth in churches, based on major surveys in four countries: Australia, England, New Zealand and USA Results from the 2006 National Church Life Survey in Australia, including denominational comparisons across each area of church vitality An overview over time of changes in religious affiliation and church attendance as well as a snapshot of the size of churches, and inflow and outflow patterns Research studies about fostering church vitality in different circumstances.|
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https://blog.streema.com/2014/09/16/the-7-ways-to-connect-with-god-using-your-smartphone-infographic/
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Hello Streema friends!
On this opportunity we would like to share some tips for our fellow Christian radio station listeners.
More tips and fun is coming for our wide spectrum of communities listening to online radio every day!
The Streema Team
If you like it, share it with your friends!
The 7 ways to connect with God using your Smartphone
7 – The Holy Bible app
The app simply called “Bible” is a fantastic free and popular app by YouVersion. Offline reading & multi platform available. Check it out at www.bible.com
6 – Christian Music
Listen to your favorite Christian music with apps such as Spotify, Pandora, iTunes or even YouTube. You may like bands such as:
5 – Christian Radio on the go
Listen to live mass and prayers on your phone for free with these radio stations that have a wide variety of content
4 – Follow Pope Francis on Twitter
Read his updates, news and wise words from your phone. Follow @Pontifex And join his more than 10 million followers
3 – Social Media for a Good Cause
2 – Take care of Friends and Family
With a simple WhatsApp message you can make someone happier and show them you care. Spread God’s love and be instantly connected
1 – Turn your phone off*
Connect with God by turning your phone off for a little while and try praying or meditating without any distractions. Now try talking to Him from your heart
He will listen and He may even answer!
*for a little while if you can!
We hope you enjoyed these tips. Thanks for sharing them!
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The last time I saw you, I was half asleep, you came to kiss me good-bye. You said, I love you. Have a nice day. And those words soothed me back to sleep.
Not long afterward, the phone rings and Im startled to hear your voice. You said you were all right, not to worry, turn on the news. I said Okay and turned on the news, in horror. You call again to assure me that you were safe and to call the family. You told me you were safe and I wanted to believe you. I never dreamt those would be last words I heard from you.
I never thought I would be without Michael. He was the best husband (which I told him everyday). From the moment I met Michael I knew there was something about him. I was drawn to his soul. He had a way of looking deeply into my eyes and pulling me in. We were all drawn to him-he had that special something that made you want to be near him. He was always smiling. I was blessed to have had him in my life for two years. We never spent a night apart; we were together all the time. We made a great team, M&M. He made me his whole life and I will always treasure that.
I will miss his wonderful voice, his big blue eyes, his laugh and his smile. I loved everything about him. He was compassionate and always willing to help others. He lived his life to the fullest; he didnt have a fear of dying. I was proud to be his wife and I know that he was as happy and in love as I was. I wanted to grow old with him and I looked forward to starting a family.
Everyday I ask myself, How do I go on without my husband? Its so hard to be strong. I know he is with me and he would want me to go on with my life. My faith in God and spirituality keep me going. I believe God has a plan for me, I know I have to do something to remember the people that lost their lives that beautiful September morning. This mission keeps me very busy and motivated to go on. I know Michael would be proud of me. He always supported me in whatever I wanted to do.
I know he will be waiting to greet me in the next life-where we can spend eternity together. Until then, I will rejoice in his memory. I am blessed to have a wonderful guardian angel at my side. I know that he is at peace and surrounded by family and friends as he was here on earth.
When I close my eyes I still see him smiling at me and telling me to have a good day, I love you, as he did on our last morning together. I will try Michael. Until were together again, I will try.
A Special Message to My Angels: I want to thank all the angels who are helping me to accomplish my mission. I also want to thank my loving family and wonderful friends who are helping me get through this difï¬cult time with their love and support.
– Monica Iken lost her husband, Michael Patrick Iken, in the World Trade Center, Tower 2, 48th Floor on September 11, 2001
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Paul Onant Edouarzin
Paul spent his formative years in the town of Bezin, just outside of Cayes, Haiti’s third largest city. A lifelong learner, he has studied both engineering and agronomy. For the past 22 years, he has been an active member of the Atlanta Haitian Church of God where he has filled various roles from chairing the pastoral council to assisting the senior pastor. In addition to his compassionate leadership, Paul brings to the Institute his vast knowledge of life and culture in the city of Atlanta, having worked in the limousine industry for many years. He lives with his wife, Marie Anne, in Austell, Georgia.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Mount Olive College, a Masters Degree in Community Counseling from Campbell University, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Thomas University, Bekah is an experienced Behavioral Health Therapist and Admissions Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, and Volunteer Management, she thrives in compassionate environments where the individual’s needs come first. She is a strong Mental Health Counselor who brings her gentle spirit to the work of the Institute in a sincere and holistic manner. Bekah lives in Sunrise, Florida, with her husband Dr. Jonathan Best, and their cat, Bella.
REV. Livingstone D. Marcelin, M.Div.
Livingstone was born and raised in Haiti. He holds degrees in both political science and theological studies, which he completed in France and the United States respectively. An ordained minister, Livingstone serves as Senior Pastor of First Haitian Church of God of Blades, Delaware. Livingstone knows the Atlanta Haitian community intimately having ministered there for several years after completing his seminary studies. He brings to the Institute his strong organization and leadership skills, in addition to his passion for service. Livingstone lives in Blades, Delaware with his wife, Stephanie, and their two children.
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South Carolina priest Fr. Jeffery Kirby says there’s ‘no place’ for AI after Asia Catholic Church uses it for synodal document
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly popular tool across various industries, including the church. However, not everyone is on board with using AI. The Catholic Church in Asia recently used AI to help create a synodal document, but Fr. Jeffrey Kirby of South Carolina argues that AI has “no place” in the church. In this article, we’ll explore Fr. Kirby’s objections and analyze the use of AI in religious contexts.
Fr. Kirby’s Objections
Fr. Kirby takes issue with the use of AI in the church, arguing that machines lack the necessary spiritual qualities to engage with religious matters. He believes that the process of creating a synodal document should be entrusted to human beings who possess the wisdom and discernment needed to interpret the teachings of the church.
“The use of AI in religious contexts is a slippery slope,” warns Fr. Kirby. “The church’s mission is to serve humanity, but machines cannot truly understand human needs or emotions. We must be careful not to replace spiritual guidance with technological methods.”
Fr. Kirby also questions the accuracy of AI-generated content, highlighting the risk of errors or biases in the machine’s algorithms. He argues that the use of AI in the church could lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations of religious doctrine, ultimately doing more harm than good.
The Case For AI in the Church
Despite Fr. Kirby’s objections, some argue that AI has the potential to enhance and streamline church operations. Proponents of AI suggest that machines can complete certain administrative tasks faster and more efficiently than humans, freeing up valuable time and resources.
Additionally, AI can provide valuable insights and analysis, aiding in decision-making processes and identifying trends or patterns within the church community. Some religious organizations have even used AI to monitor social media feeds, identifying individuals and communities in need of outreach or support.
The debate around AI’s place in the church is ongoing, with valid arguments on both sides. Fr. Kirby’s objections reflect concerns over the spiritual and human components of religious life, while supporters of AI emphasize the potential benefits of technological advancements.
Ultimately, the decision to use AI in religious contexts will depend on individual beliefs and interpretations of religious doctrine. However, it’s clear that AI will continue to play an increasingly significant role in various societal institutions, and the church will need to grapple with these developments as they arise.
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