Yesterday, I shared a link to a presentation that was made at the GAFCON II assembly meeting now in Nairobi, Kenya. This is a meeting of orthodox Anglicans from the Global South, North America and Great Britain. This presentation is worth everyone's study and comment. It is a brilliant critique of the current relationship of the Western Church and the world. The presenter pulls no punches, and brings to the fore a discussion of western narcissism and entitlement that is, in my opinion, spot on.
The address is entitled: "The Grace of God OR the the world of the West?" by the Rev'd Dr. Michael Ovey, Principal of Oak Hill College, London, England. Please study his words. They are well worth the time and effort.
Fr. Michael+
Friday, October 25, 2013
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Ephesians for Thursday, October 24, 2013
Ephesians 4: 11-13
11 And his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 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 fulness [sic] of Christ;
11 And his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 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 fulness [sic] of Christ;
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Ephesians for Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Ephesians 4: 7-10
7 But grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ's gift. 8 Therefore it is said, "When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men." 9 (In saying, "He ascended," what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? 10 He who descended is he who also ascended far above all the heavens, that he might fill all things.)
Also: Ps 68:18
7 But grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ's gift. 8 Therefore it is said, "When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men." 9 (In saying, "He ascended," what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? 10 He who descended is he who also ascended far above all the heavens, that he might fill all things.)
Also: Ps 68:18
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Bazaar is Coming!
The 59th Annual Christ Memorial Episcopal Church Bazaar and White Elephant Sale
Thursday, November 7, 2013
9 AM - 2 PM
Featuring the ECW's World Famous Chicken Spaghetti
Tickets are $10.00
Raffle tickets for the queen-sized quilt (handmade by Mrs. Tabatha Sparks) are $1.00
Tickets are available at the church office
Volunteers are needed!
Contact Tabatha Sparks or Fr. Michael for more information
Ephesians for Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Ephesians 4: 4-6
4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call, 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of us all, who is above all and through all and in all.
4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call, 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of us all, who is above all and through all and in all.
Monday, October 21, 2013
Ephesians for Monday, October 21, 2013
Ephesians 4: 1-3
1 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all lowliness and meekness, with patience, forbearing one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bod of peace.
Also: Col 3: 12-13
1 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all lowliness and meekness, with patience, forbearing one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bod of peace.
Also: Col 3: 12-13
Friday, October 18, 2013
Ephesians for Friday, October 18, 2013
Ephesians 3: 20-21
20 Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever. Amen.
20 Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Ephesians for Thursday, October 17, 2013
Ephesians 3: 19
19 ...and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fulness [sic] of God.
19 ...and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fulness [sic] of God.
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Ephesians for Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Ephesians 3: 18
18 ...may have power to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth...
18 ...may have power to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth...
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Ephesians for Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Ephesians 3: 16-17
16 ...that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with might through his Spirit in the inner man, 17 and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love...
16 ...that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with might through his Spirit in the inner man, 17 and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love...
Monday, October 14, 2013
Some Pictures of Christ Memorial from Sunday
Special thanks to David Maroski for taking this pictures.
Fr. Michael+
Ephesians for Monday, October 14, 2013
Ephesians 3: 14-15
14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named...
14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named...
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