Whew, I’m still trying to catch my breath. September, October and the beginning of November were incredibly busy – special Sundays and special events nearly every week. But, there is no time to rest or wait around as Thanksgiving and Christmas are now just around the corner. I’m sure I am not the only one who feels tired from a hectic schedule, as I see people every day who say they are tired and busy and don’t know how to get everything done. But, if you noticed, I missed something. I said Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner – but what about Advent? Doesn’t it count? Perhaps that is the problem, we for-get about Advent – a time of waiting and contemplating – a time to catch our breath. Waiting is not a strength for most people these days. Taking time to catch our breath, well, we just don’t think we have the time. There is an old Pennsylvania Dutch saying that goes: “The hurrier I go, the behinder I get“. How true. So, perhaps, we need to take time to catch our breath during Advent. To take time for the things that are truly important in life – being present and spending time with each other, because it is our presence (not presents) that let others experience God’s presence. Because God wasn’t just present 2,000 years ago through the birth of Jesus, and we do not have to wait until Jesus comes again to experience His presence at some future time …we can experience God in the here in now, if we just stop and take time to catch our breath.
In God’s Service,


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Children’s Activities to lift us Up!
Sunday School for all ages is held from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. each Sunday morning during the school year. Children meet in the “JAM Central” area downstairs to sing as a large group at 9:45 a.m. and then move into the Sunday School rooms throughout the lower level of the church until 10:45 a.m.
* 6th, 7th, and 8th graders meet in the Youth Room (downstairs)
* 9th through 12th graders meet in the Old Lounge (upstairs, off the Narthex)
Central Church has a staffed nursery available for children birth through five years of age during all Sunday Worship Services and Wednesday Night JAM Activities. Hours are as follows:
Sundays - 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Wednesdays - 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.


Inspiration and Spirituality
I have been on a spiritual journey as far back as I can remember. I was raised in a very conservative religious denomination and family structure. Though I am appreciative of the spiritual foundation that has shaped who I am today, I am learning more and more as the years go by that spirituality, inspiration, meditation, prayer, mindfulness, simplicity, and having a daily spiritual practice ground me, wakes me up, and makes me feel alive!
I believe in the Creator God. I believe in his omnipotence, omnipresence, and omniscience. With that being said, my spiritual goals are always grounded in embodying the full expression of God's love. I live daily to have intimate encounters with God in everyday life. I see God at work in the world around me. I see revolutionary love as a conduit for radical change. I no longer look for miracles, I see miracles in everything. I gain inspiration from every living breathing thing around me.
I remember musing with God about having organic interactions with Him that strengthens our relationship. I simply wanted all the restrictions uprooted. I wanted to experience God as Eden. I would often say, "I just want to get back to Eden". Eden to me represents abundance, love, community, care, beauty, sustenance, and flourishing.
As your spiritual journey may differ from mine and others, I invite you to center yourself daily, breathe deeply, pause and take in the world around you; connect with the Creator and creation, develop a daily spiritual practice that draws you closer to God and humanity. Do good, seek no harm for others. Use your words to heal and not harm. See the highest good in everyone. Find what works for you and live your best spiritual self with deep intention, gratitude, and love.


About Prophet Jeremiah Wyre.
People around the globe now knows Prophet Jeremiah Isaiah Wyre as a Healer, Deliverer, Evangelist, Gospel Teaching Preacher and Prophecy Reader. Yet there is much more to the story of this man and his deliverance healing ministry who has impacted the life of his followers for more than a decade with his prophetic revelations, life saving miracle working message of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
HIS HUMBLE BEGGINGINGS:
Prophet Jeremiah Isaiah Wyre was born on March 2, 1969 in the Caribbean Island of St. John’s Antigua located in the British West Indies, where his family roots originated and resided for many years. Not long after his tenth birthday Prophet Jeremiah relocated with his Mom Mrs. Ineta Perry-Carr and siblings to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
In February of 1989 Prophet Jeremiah Wyre’s life took on an entirely new meaning when he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. As he followed the Prayers and Teachings of his now deceased mother he began reading the bible more intensely, and soon afterwards he was called to teach the word and minister the gospel of Christ to lost souls.
Young Jeremiah Wyre received a vision from the Lord in 1991 and followed the directives from the words which he heard to pursue his calling.
“I’ve a work for you to do my Son, take heed: if you do not Study, Preach, and Teach my word as I’m directing you to do, you will die. It will now be your responsibility to deliver Every Possessed Soul that you come in contact with under the anointed healing gift that I’ve given you”.
On December 12, 1993 several months after his 24th Birthday, prophet Jeremiah Isaiah Wyre first stood behind a pulpit to Preach and Teach the gospel of Christ his stuttering problem was suddenly healed. From that moment he decided that he will fearlessly move forward to Seek and Teach and fulfill our lord’s great commission to teach, heal and win souls over to him.
Prophet Jeremiah having successfully completed the course of study as prescribed by the faculty and having complied with all other requirements of the Institution, has been granted the Degree of Associate Degree & Certication in Computer Engineering Technology at Tampa Technical Institute. He also studied Theology at Grace Institute with the late DR. LENNOX H. POWELL .
THE ELEMENTS GOD USED TO GAIN HIS ATTENTION:
Home Ministry Experience giving God’s revelation to others.
Praying for Rain
Talking to the Bird on the Window sill giving it specific instructions.
God also demonstrated his power to Prophet Jeremiah at an early age through Visual things such as: an A/C Unit, a Refrigerator, and an Automobile. Because of his strong faith and belief in God he was called to display the special anointing that was placed upon his life. These items were not working for whatever reason and all that the Prophet did was speak directly to the problem.
In 2001 Prophet travelled to his native land of Antigua to Eulogized his Grandmother, and while traveling through the city with his Sister Jacqueline he was hit by a truck, but kept on walking. She testified that right before the incident she was on the opposite side of the Prophet who asked her to switched position, and shortly thereafter the incident occurred.
A prophet received no honor in his own country. While in Antigua he saw the darkness that hoovers over the country and wanted to have a revival to talk to the people, and change the atmosphere. He went to radio ZDK and during the initial interview he made his plans known. Shortly thereafter he was approached by a young man carrying a knife, and because of his Faith and Godly anointing he stood up boldly and prayed for the guy who was delivered immediately.
After that encounter, this young Prophet a chosen vessel of God realize that his life was directed by the Holy Spirit. He now began to understand that his destiny was in God’s hand. He followed the leading of the Holy Spirit and relocated to Florida to pursue his calling. While in Florida he decided to study Computer Technology where he earned an Associate Degree after completing two years of study.
While working at Motorola in Florida, Prophet prophesied to a co-worker who spat in his face, and she received god’s wrath shortly thereafter.
Prophet also Prayed for a Lady who was diagnosed with the Aids Virus, and when she returned to the Doctor to start her treatment they were marveled by her Miraculous Healing and asked her what happened.
While in Africa Prophet Jeremiah was approach by armed robbers who confronted him with guns, while on a positive note several Witch Doctor’s and Voodoo workers surrendered their works of the Devil, and converted themselves over with a pledge of commitment to do God’s will.
When the Prophet visited Jamaica he prophesied to a woman who was married to a witch doctor, she was bound by darkness, and was also restrained in bed by some very strong demonic powers. After her encounter with God’s Prophet in Prayer she received her deliverance.
In the City of New York, Dr. Hopeton had an acute illness that he did not reveal to anyone and was amazed by the Prophets revelation while he was praying for him, thus giving birth to their short but worthwhile friendship.
Currently in New York many of his Radio Ministry Followers gives open testimonies concerning their lives after Prophet Jeremiah reveals the revelation of the Holy Spirit concerning their lives, and the manner in which they were Touched, and Healed Miraculously from their condition.
His life was filled with many challenges in Florida where he gave birth to the former “Heavenly Powers Ministry” and received many criticism from his early peers in church when they couldn’t understand his anointing. Some thought that he was under some strange spell, and made statement’s that he was a fake because they was not focusing on the fact that he was lead directly by the Spirit of God, and was filled with untouchable powers of the Holy Ghost.
He further demonstrated this unique gift through his open prophecy to one of the church members, when the revelation was manifested by God into her life within seven days of the Prophet’s revealed prophecy.
Over 20 years as a Telecaster, Preacher, Teacher, Prophetic Healer, and Family Restorer.
During his mother’s illness in North Carolina Prophet Prayed, and her Spirit was restored back to life on three separate occasions.
When she was hospitalized and the doctor’s told us that she will not be able to breathe on her own again without the use of an Oxygen Tank.
During her Emergency visit to the Hospital diagnosed with a Heart attack.
When she became paralyzed on her entire right side from a left Brain stroke that took away her ability to speak.
Prophet Jeremiah Prayer and Deliverance Ministry connected him with Prophetess Miriam Parker who was the founder and preacher at the Salisbury Remnant Church Of God. He was invited as the Guest Speaker on her tenth Anniversary to bring Prayer and Deliverance to the members of her church. His dynamic message was so powerful that many souls were delivered during that particular service, including his own mother.
Prophet Jeremiah Isaiah Wyre now in his 10th year of local radio Broadcast Ministry have preached and teach the gospel face to face to more than 10,000 people. Through his Radio Broadcast, Prophetic Miracle Services, and now his exposure to the worldwide Internet Web, this Prophetic man of God straightforward uncompromising message of God’s love has inspired thousands to have their own personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
God’s anointing allowed him to connect to prominent people who have come into his life thus far, for a profound reason, just a short season, and or for a Lifetime. The late Song Writer/Composer Musician Dr. Hopeton Lewis was the person that invited the Prophet to visit his studio in New York, a frienship that made a impact with Double Vision,where he made trustworthy connections to angels that will guide him into his ministerial foundation plans, and encouraged him to plant the seed that God directed him to sew into a new soil to give birth to his ministry. It was also through this man that Prophet was introduced to Sister Angie whose life also changed after encounting Prophet Jeremiah where her life change tremendously. This revelation from an unknown stranger impacted her life tremendously and because of his power under the anointing. Sister Angie is a great help to the ministry she is caring understanding, she doesn't believe in giving up on God’s work, and is willing to go great lengths to please and help the ministry. She is strong, generous, caring. She almost always has the ability to take what life throws at her and make the best of the situation. She is extremely spiritual and I think she uses that as an anchor; when things are not going well. I have never met a more caring person in my life. two were drawn together and several years later they were joined together in matrimony.
His now New Internet Website Ministry (MOTWM.COM) Manifestation Of The Word Ministry, for the past two years has provided daily Teaching, Prayer Line outreach Ministering, Exposing and Breaking Spells off of the Demonic Possessed, Healing to the Broken Hearted, and Winning New Souls over to accept Christ.
Mail Check to:
Manifestation of the Word Ministries
P.O. Box 97, Freeport NY 11520


Photo by Rita Ubriaco
Mr. Mario Nucci
As far as being an embarrassment, I am not embarrassed to represent people who cannot stand up for themselves, and who have been victimized by the Church Bishops. As a citizen of the Thunder Bay, I am embarrassed about the local Hospital issue, I am embarrassed about the local water issue, I am embarrassed about the local drug and crime issue, but I am not embarrassed about taking up a legitimate cause for a people too good to complain.
As a Christian and as a Catholic I am embarrassed about how "these" Bishops have handled this situation and how they paradoxically live a life of luxury while the needs of the poor are not met. (March 11, 1998)
The story continues . . . . . . . . drop back........
Letter to the Editor: Crossing the Cross.?
March 14, 1998
In the middle of Canada, halfway, between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans is Thunder Bay, Ontario. From its hills you can see the legendary "Sleeping Giant" a mythical god, that forms a Mountain across the lake, a god betrayed for a mine of silver, or so goes the legend..
In the city of Thunder Bay, at the former site of Saint Anthony's Church there stands, a cross, a 15-foot tall Metal Cross erected, on the former site of Saint Anthony's Church. This Cross, is a monument to the many truths concerning the fire at Saint Anthony's Church that have divided a community.
The Cross is a symbol of Jesus Christ whose trial and crucifixion we remember, at Easter, an event that happened some two thousand years later. It was at his trial that Pontius Pilate asked the question, "What is Truth?" It appears, that the answer was nailed to a cross, where Jesus Christ, proclaimed to the World, his message that he was "The Light of the World."
It appears that with the discovery of "anti+truths," the negative side to truth, that "different colors" of the rainbow are to the Light as different truths are to The Truth. Both truth and Light can be polarizing if they are not whole. A simple message that provided a "cross" between science and religion. Jesus Christ, betrayed by even his followers of the day, for a "bag full of silver.
In 1990, several months prior to undertaking a major expansion renovation of Saint Anthony's Church, on Banning Street, a fire severely damaged the Church. The Church was quickly bulldozed. The funds from the Insurance policy were used to build another Church on the proposed site of Saint Francis of Assis, on the outskirts of town. The name of the Church was changed to accommodate the terms of the insurance policy. The site had been originally purchased with controversial funds "taken" without prior approval by the then Bishop, Bishop O'Mara, from the Saint Anthony's Parish.
Saint Anthony's Church had been a focus point of the Italian Community, within Port Arthur, located within walking Distance from the Italian Society of Port Arthur. It was a community church, that, "Could not be taken away from the Italians," these were the words of Father Veltri, at the 75th Anniversary of Saint Anthony's Church. The Italian Community had long since been victims of negative discrimination, and it was Father Veltri's cousin Mr. Welsh, who upon changing his name, to a more politically correct one received numerous contracts to build the CN railroad from Thunder Bay to the Pacific Coast.
The controversy surrounding Saint Anthony' Church resulted in the removal of the then Bishop O'Mara, by Pope John Paul II, when it became known that the Bishop had built himself a luxury cottage.
Bishop O'Mara was replaced by Bishop Henry who arrived in Thunder Bay in 1995. I informed him by letter that I had been the former secretary to the Parish council of Saint Anthony's Church and that "we" had arrived at a solution to the Saint Anthony's Fire Banning Street Location, at several meetings with Father Kennedy.
Bishop Henry replied, "That You are no longer in the Loop," and that Father Kennedy was in no position to make such "a deal."
The solution called for a small part of the property, where the church stood, the portion where the cross stands to be set aside as a memorial park in recognition of the former Italian Parish of Saint Anthony's, its pioneers, its founders and a history based on discrimination; a modest settlement.
It is unfortunate that Bishop Henry, with a solution at hand, opted to sell the land in question to Habitat for Humanity. It is unfortunate that Habitat for Humanity and Thunder Bay City Council, have been unnecessary "pawns" in this game, that sees the "King" leaving with City Hall and Habitat having to pick up this "hot potato."
It is unfortunate that further dividing and negative comments are being made by City Council. Statements that say that we do not represent the parish of Saint Anthony's, and that we are "an embarrassment."
Let me clarify, I nor anyone in this group represent, Saint Anthony's Parish, but I do represent the past parishioners of the parish who have sacrificed to build a church and a community, and feel mistreated by the past "two Bishops" given the details of the fire, the insurance money and more. As far as embarrassment, I am not embarrassed of having to defend these people's dignity and respect, but I am embarrassed by the manner in which these two Bishops, with their luxury cottages, Cooks and similar trappings, have mishandled this affair, pitting people against people, when a solution was a move away. All this while halfway around the world, Mother Teresa fed the poor.
As a third generation city resident I am however, embarrassed about the current hospital issue which is "killing people," I am embarrassed about the current drug problem within the city with allegations of internal involvement, I am however embarrassed about the cities performance with a declining population and declining downtown cores, and I am embarrassed about the current "drinking water" problems in this city......but no, I am not embarrassed about defending a blatant injustice, against a humble and honest people. I will not be treated like the system treated our brothers, the native Indians.
It is a tragic statement about this situation
that two lots across the street remain empty while Habitat for Humanity
insists on taking down a Cross, a monument to Jesus Christ, betrayed
a "pocketful of silver" and denied by his followers because they
feared to tell the Truth. It appears that history does repeat itself:
story stays the same, IT IS THE PLAYERS THAT CHANGE.
Letter to the Editor: Betraying Christ: Then and Now.
March 17, 1998
Christ; Betrayed then and now !
In the article, from Habitat for Humanity concerning their proposed development on Banning Street, it mentions that they canvassed all the homes in the area, but fails to disclose that some individuals within the area did definitely disagree with the project, as initially developed; that is a deceptive half-truth. Why?
Many of the residents within the area were convinced to advised that the development would include that "a closure" would be built for the cross at Saint Anthony's. Not a physical closure but an abstract "closure" of ceremony; that was and is such a deceptive statement; Why was it used ?
The article also states that "three men," were objecting to the development. That is not the truth. There are two groups who are objecting to the development for different reasons. The first group, representing the former parishioners of Saint Anthony's, who were promised the area where the Church Stood as a memorial, and the second group, who represent neighbourhood concerns; regarding zoning changes. Both have the same goal, but represent many people, within the area and the city some who would rather.
If Habitat for Humanity, a Christian Organization, is intent on building four duplexes on the property, including a single home on the land promised as a memorial in memory of Saint Anthony's Church, why do they and The Church ignore two empty Church lots across the street remain idle. I must ask the question, Why?
Lets appreciate that the former Saint Anthony's parishioners had moneys taken from them by the former Bishop to buy the land for Saint Francis, on Hilldale. The damaged Saint Anthony's Church was quickly bulldozed after the fire, even though several months prior, plans were to have begun to renovate and expand the Church at the Banning Street Location. The area lost its Italian Ethnic Church, as the funds were used to build Saint Francis, which had its name changed, a project the local dioceses had wanted to develop earlier but failed. In light of this, a small memorial was promised by Father Kennedy. Why do we ignore this solution?
It is a shame that a Bishop with years of Theology training would use "Habitat for Humanity" as a pawn. Bishop Henry has "left" Thunder Bay for Calgary, disposing of his problem, in a tactful perhaps pre planned manner sacrificing one Christian group for another. This behaviour reflects a lack of respect for the mostly Italian Parishioners of Saint Anthony's, that was displayed by Bishop O'Mara; they obviously came from the same school.
In the short time Bishop Henry was in Thunder Bay, he was also able to offend many of the Italian Community by stating that Memorial Mass at the Italian Hall would no longer be permitted; his true colors did show through.
The Church, with its "luxury cottages," and "cooks" and Habitat for Humanity for Habitat, with their "all or nothing" attitude should learn that as Christian organizations, Jesus Christ, was about "humility," "sharing," and above all telling "The Truth." What we have seen is the manipulation of truths and half-truths that polarize a community.
Whether, the Cross stands or not, all the players in this story will have proven much and perhaps that is just as important how Christ was and is betrayed then and now; HAPPY EASTER !
Letter from Lawyer / Habitat for Humanity:
March 19, 1998
Dear Mr. Serrao, Mr. Squitti & Mr. Zavagnin:
Re: Habitat for Humanity Thunder Bay Rezoning Banning Street
I represent Habitat for Humanity Thunder Bay Inc. (Habitat) in the above noted transaction.
Habitat, its members and supporters have asked me to write to you concerning your publicly stated plans to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board the rezoning by the City of Thunder Bay. habitat wishes you to know how they stand with respect to your concerns and objections.
I believe you know that the zoning amendment would allow Habitat to construct four semi-detached dwellings and one single detached dwelling on the lot at Banning and Dufferin Streets--a project known as St. Anthony's Square.
You did not attend and object at the Council meeting held in December nor at the Committee of Adjustment meeting in February. under Ontario law, you have severely damaged your position to object, and I have instructions to characterize your late objections as frivolous and vexatious, to seek costs against you and to move for early dismissal of your objections. Your appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board will result in many thousands of dollars of extra construction expenses and legal cost s for my client, and I will recommend commencing a civil lawsuit against you for these. If you wish to meet with me so that I can show you the law on these points, please call.
The zoning amendment bylaw was passed unanimously by City Council, after a long and public process. City Report #391/97 points out that the Official Plan supports the zoning amendments,. The creation of smaller lots and affordable housing is further supported by the Provincial Policy Statement. I am confident that the Ontario Municipal Board would uphold the zoning amendment.
My clients remain respectful to the history fo the site and invite you to join them in dedicating and naming the property, which will be marked with a sidewalk type plaque. You are also invited to be a part of the volunteer construction crew, as Habitat builds homes and builds hope at St. Anthony's Square. You would be welcomed in the spirit of reconciliation and a new beginning.
Habitat for Humanity respectfully requests you not to object to the Ontario Municipal Board.
I am of the opinion that you dispute is with the Bishop, not Habitat.
Letter to the City Council
March 19, 1998
Re: Saint Anthony's Property Banning Street
His Worship Mayor Ken Boshcoff and Councillors fax: 343-9114
To whom it may Concern::
I am receipt of a letter from Mr. Rene Larson, representing Habitat for Humanity concerning the property of Saint Anthony's Church on Banning Street including my name with Anthony Serrao, as suggesting that I have been involved with the current land re- zoning complaints concerning Saint Anthony's Property. . It has also been mistakenly stated in the local papers that "three Men" are opposing Habitat for Humanity.
Let me first state, that I represent some of the former parishioners of Saint Anthony's Church who had reached a verbal agreement with Father Kennedy to have a memorial built on the land where the Church Stood. While I agree with some of the concerns voiced by the citizen within the area, that are objecting to the scope of the development and its re zoning, I am not directly involved with their work.
For Mr. Rene Larson to include my name on your letter of March 19, 1998 reflects a misinterpretation to this reality and I assume it is because I showed up to a council meeting to view the presentation, by Mr. Anthony Serrao, objecting to the re-zoning, at City Hall in March, that was declined by City Council.
Having said that, I being to your attention, that Habitat for Humanity was made aware of the negotiations with Father Kennedy in 1997, and again last week in my discussions with Mrs. Cook. Habitat for Humanity was also made aware of two Church owned lots that are available across the street, if they require additional lots..
I have been also informed by Mr. Serraro, that he did show up to the December meeting at City Hall where he talked to Mr. Rene Larso, unfortunately Mr. Sarro arrived at 6:40 for the 7:00 o'clock City Council Meeting, only to find that the item was dealt with at the Committee of the Whole Meeting that started at 6:30.
It is that City Council be made aware that the current direction by Habitat for Humanity, is in contravention with the deal made with Father Kennedy, that their project calling for four duplexes, and one single family home, with the single family home contravening the deal made with Father Kennedy on the site for the sole purpose of resolving this issue.
There is no doubt that our dispute is with the Bishop, which you know relates to a small portion of the land, where the Cross is situated and that Habitat for Humanity would take down, if their current plans proceed. I am disappointed that even Habitat for Humanity takes such a stand on this issue, especially given that it too is a Christian based organization. Let us save ourselves the time and energy and deal with the issues.
City Council should be aware that at least one individual contacted me when Habitat was canvassing the area, suggesting to me that they were under the impression that Habitat for Humanity was going to build "closure" around the property at Saint Anthony's and the Cross, which some within the area believed to be a physical structure.
I express my concern, that some within Habitat have used deceptive "half-truths" stating that "they talked with me" and have suggested that I am in support of them, when in fact I am support of their work, and their projects, but not this particular one as it stands because of the minor prior agreement with Father Kennedy.
It is also hoped that Habitat for Humanity will not force this issue, given the fact that the Bishop who made "this deal" has left town.
I am truly hoping to resolve this issue in such a manner that further negative publicity to The Church and Habitat for Humanity is avoided especially when a solution is at hand and in light of the Christian Nature of both organizations and the harmful impact to all those involved and in this City.
March 23, 1998
It has come to my attention that one individual who had sent a notice to the City of Thunder Bay, complaining about the zoning changes, was contacted by Habitat for Humanity, and in their discussions was told that "he was the only individual" in the area complaining, and that one other individual had only asked question.
We know of at least three people who sent three letters of complaint to the city zoning office and I am to believe that Habitat for Humanity, has been actively engaged in rather deceptive lobbying of this issue in the area.
Habitat for Humanity, continues to stress that it is building homes for the poor. The truth is that they sell houses to those who qualify, and at market value, and with no interest. I was sent a letter inviting me to volunteer, but ask why should they be charging for my inputs?
Letter To Habitat for Humanity
A letter was received November 9, 1998 from Habitat for Humanity requesting that the cross be removed from the area. The project for the property has been approved by the Ontario Municipal Board. To build 9 units on this property. My reply is outlined below.
November 16, 1998
Re: Saint Anthony's Property on Bay Street
Dear Mr. Ayearst:
I thank you for your letter of November 9th, 1998, which I received November 12.
As you are aware Bishop Henry, entered into agreement with you, despite unresolved settlement with the former parishioners of the site, where the cross now stands.
You were also made aware of this, and the agreement made by Father Kennedy, to leave a small portion of the said property, for a memorial. (Verbal agreement)
I also bring to your attention two empty church lots across the street that the church could offer you in exchange for the area where the Church stood.
Given that you entered into agreement knowing the controversy concerning the property, given that you were informed of the "promise" with Father Kennedy, and also given that the current Church representative, Monsignor Bazin of November 16, 1998 was not aware of the empty lots across the street, and given the fact that Bishop Henry has left Thunder Bay, it would seriously jeopardize the integrity of your organization to enter and finalize the deal, and or removing the cross.
The property, as its stands or will stand, will be monument to the truths and lies of all those involved; be very careful, the reputation of Habitat for Humanity, is at a cross-roads.
As I know some of the individuals within Habitat it is hoped you will have the vision to resolve this issue, even while the Church has sought to play games.
It Habitat for Humanity is at all concerned about "community" and helping the people of this area, it will reconsider its options in light of all that has happened and will happen.
Pictured below are members of the Church planting a metal cross into the ground, to replace the wooden cross in the background that was torn down by vandals. The cross made up steel, incorporated the wooden cross between its panels.
It was a beautiful day, as many Italian elders gathered to plant this cross, many of them wearing their Sunday suits. Someone contacted the Church and Police officers were dispatched to the area, and as we discussed the legalities of the cross with the Thunder Bay Officers, the cross set into the concrete, let me say to the delightment of some of the Police officers who were Italian.
In the month of November 1998, in the early pre-dawn hours staff from Habitat for Humanity, "cut down" the cross, with a torch........the cross still had upon it the Christmas decorations........and a statue of Saint Anthony's, all of which have not been returned....Signs were erected by the Diocese advising people that to set foot on the property was trespassing.
As of October 6, 2000, Habitat for Humanity has built one duplex on the site. The plans call for a total of 4 duplexes and 1 single home. In my opinion this will become a monument to the corruption within the Church. The Church has named the square Saint Anthony's and erected a concrete block in honour of this Saint. This monument, measures some two feet tall, and reflects the total lack of compassion and respect for the Italian community by the Bishops, who dealt with this entire matter. As far as the Habitat for Humanity homes. Well, as they say, this is not a hand out but a hand up, whereby individuals use "sweat equity" for a down payment, and then purchase the house at fair market value without interest. Thunder Bay has a high vacancy rate, and many homes are available for thousands of dollars less than the value of these homes. The message is that "the poor" really cannot afford these homes, and this was merely a publicity ploy on behalf of Bishop Henry.
In the future I will post a picture of this development and the "stupid" monument to Saint Anthony and the Italian Community that "The Church" has allowed.
As of October 15, 2000 the Bishop's of Thunder Bay reside in a Mansion. Truly a fitting monument to the hypocrisy of The Church in Thunder Bay.
Saint Anthony's Directory June 6th, 2001
(the manipulation of truth continues and reveals how truth can lie)
Philosophy: A new discovery about how Truth can lie !
Taken from the St. Anthony's Parish Directory: June 6th 2001 with the actual copy above.
"On March 6, 1990 tragedy struck St. Anthony's. A devastating fire completely destroyed the building. Within a matter of days, Rev. Hermente Nazzani and a committee of parishioners began the difficult task of rebuilding and to continue serving the parishioners. Weekly masses were offered in the gymnasium of Holy Cross School, while baptisms, weddings and funerals took place a t Corpus Christi and St. Andrew's churches. Land was soon acquired on the corner of Hilldale and Dawson Rd."
First of all let me say, that the fire of March 6, did not destroy the Church, it was damaged; this is a manipulation of the truth in history. In fact some people believed that it could have been repaired.
Second, the rebuilding did not being within a matter of days, at least not for the location on Hilldale. A day after the fire, the Church was demolished and while some complained about this, the word given the parishioners was that the church would be rebuilt on the site, but in a more central location.
The next day, the damaged Church with basement intact was levelled to the ground, with the understanding that it would be rebuilt on the same site. Within weeks, perhaps months, the decision came from the Bishop, Bishop O'Mara that the Church would be built on the site of the lot purchased years prior, for Saint Francis.
Three, the statement about weekly masses, is partly true. Weekly masses at Holy Cross School were held prior to the fire as well, in anticipation of the soon to be built Saint Francis. In addition masses at Saint Andrews were held for the community as Bishop O'Mara and the Italian community struggled with the question as to where to build.
Four, land was not acquired after the fire as the directory states. The land where Saint Anthony's stands was originally purchased to build Saint Francis of Assisi several years earlier. The plan to build Saint Francis did not proceed due to the fact that the Italian parishioners from Saint Anthony's on Banning Street continued to worship on Banning Street.
This last statement provides a new dimension to truth; true TRUTH truth can lie when A TRUTH it is put out of TIME sequence, to infer assumptions that are not true. Absolute truths are relative to Time.
Caesar Squitti, June 2001
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Gospel of March 25, 2022 – Luke 1:26-38
The angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. He entered and said to her, “Rejoice, so highly favored! The Lord is with you. She was deeply troubled by these words and wondered what this greeting could mean, but the angel said to her: “Mary, do not be afraid; you have won the favor of God. To listen! You must conceive and bear a son, and you must name him Jesus. He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his ancestor David; he will reign over the house of Jacob forever and his reign will have no end. Mary said to the angel: “But how can this happen, since I am a virgin? “The Holy Spirit will come upon you,” replied the angel, “and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. And so the child will be holy and will be called the Son of God. Also know this: your relative Elisabeth has herself, in her old age, conceived a son, and the one who was called barren is now in her sixth month, for nothing is impossible with God. “I am the handmaid of the Lord, said Mary, let what you have said be done to me. And the angel left her.
Reflection on the page of the illuminated manuscript
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord, exactly nine months before Christmas. We know that Mary was very young when she was asked the question of being the Mother of Jesus and the Mother of God. Imagine being asked such a question at a young age. But therein lies the beauty of today’s feast: in her youth, her littleness, she accepted the call in joyful love. It seems that all of humanity has been waiting for this young girl’s consent. And she said yes!
So the greatest love story begins with today’s party. God loves our world so much that he sent his Son. And each time we pray, we are fully part of this wonderful love story, knowing that God can guide every detail of our own lives.
Our beautiful French illuminated manuscript page from around 1420 depicts Our Lady under a vaulted arch. Golden rays emanate from God the Father in the upper left, descending on Mary through the dove which represents the Holy Spirit. Archangel Gabriel, holds a scroll inscribed AVE GRACIA PLENA DOMINUS TECUM (Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you). Our Lady has a graceful pose, veiled, kneeling, her hands crossed on her chest. Behind her on the altar is an open book: the fulfillment of Scripture is truly on the way now. Our Lady is also depicted in a storehouse below where she is seated on a bench in front of a loom, holding a shuttle in her right hand, in a garden planted with two trees.
In her response to God’s call, Mary simply said yes… to let God be God.
This evening, around 6:30 p.m., Rome time, the Holy Father will perform a solemn act of consecration of humanity, and of Russia and Ukraine in particular, to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. You can read the Holy Father’s Consecration Prayer in full below:
act of consecration
to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Saint Peter’s basilica
March 25, 2022
O Mary, Mother of God and our Mother, in this time of trial we turn to you. As our Mother, you love us and know us: no concern of our heart is hidden from you. Mother of mercy, how many times have we known your concern and your peaceful presence! You continue to guide us to Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Yet we have strayed from this path of peace. We have forgotten the lesson learned from the tragedies of the last century, the sacrifice of the millions of people who fell in the two world wars. We ignored the commitments we made as a community of nations. We have betrayed the peoples’ dreams of peace and the hopes of young people. We have become sick with greed, we have thought only of our own nations and their interests, we have become indifferent and caught up in our selfish needs and concerns. We have chosen to ignore God, settle for our illusions, become arrogant and aggressive, take away innocent lives and stockpile weapons. We have ceased to be our neighbour’s keepers and stewards of our common home. We have ravaged the garden of the earth with warfare and with our sins we have broken the heart of our Heavenly Father, who wants us to be brothers and sisters. We have become indifferent to everyone and everything except ourselves. Now, with shame, we cry: Forgive us, Lord!
Holy Mother, in the midst of the misery of our sin, in the midst of our struggles and our weaknesses, in the midst of the mystery of iniquity which is evil and war, you remind us that God never abandons us, but continues to look at us with love, always ready to forgive us and raise us to new life. He gave you to us and made your Immaculate Heart a refuge for the Church and for all humanity. By the gracious will of God, you are always with us; even in the most troubled times of our history, you are there to guide us with tender love.
We now turn to you and knock on the door of your heart. We are your beloved children. In each era, you make yourself known to us, calling us to conversion. In this dark hour, help us and grant us your comfort. Tell us once again: “Am I not here, I who am your Mother? You are capable of untying the knots of our hearts and of our times. In you we place our trust. We are convinced that, especially in times of trial, you will not be deaf to our pleas and that you will come to our aid.
This is what you did at Cana in Galilee, when you interceded with Jesus and he performed the first of his signs. To preserve the joy of the wedding, you said to him: “They have no wine” (Jn 2, 3). Now, O Mother, repeat these words and this prayer, for in our days we have exhausted the wine of hope, joy has fled, brotherhood has faded. We have forgotten our humanity and wasted the gift of peace. We have opened our hearts to violence and destructiveness. How we need your maternal help!
Therefore, O Mother, hear our prayer.
Star of the sea, let us not be shipwrecked in the storm of war.
Ark of the New Covenant, inspires projects and paths of reconciliation.
Queen of Heaven, restore the peace of God to the world.
Eliminate hatred and the thirst for revenge and teach us forgiveness.
Free us from war, protect our world from the threat of nuclear weapons.
Queen of the Rosary, make us aware of our need to pray and to love.
Queen of the Human Family, show people the way to brotherhood.
Queen of Peace, obtain peace for our world.
O Mother, may your painful call stir our hardened hearts. May the tears you shed for us make this valley dried up by our hatred bloom again. In the midst of the thunder of arms, may your prayer turn our thoughts to peace. May your maternal touch soothe those who suffer and flee the rain of bombs. May your maternal embrace comfort those who are forced to leave their homes and their native land. May your Sorrowful Heart move us with compassion and inspire us to open our doors and care for our wounded and alienated brothers and sisters.
Holy Mother of God, while you were standing under the cross, Jesus, seeing the disciple at your side, said: “Here is your son” (Jn 19:26). This is how he entrusted each of us to you. To the disciple, and to each one of us, he says: “Behold your Mother” (v. 27). Mother Mary, we now wish to welcome you into our lives and our history. At this hour, a weary and distraught humanity stands with you under the cross, needing to confide in you and, through you, to consecrate themselves to Christ. The peoples of Ukraine and Russia, who venerate you with great love, turn to you now, even as your heart beats with compassion for them and for all those peoples decimated by war, hunger, injustice and poverty.
Therefore, Mother of God and our Mother, to your Immaculate Heart we entrust and solemnly consecrate ourselves, together with the Church and all humanity, especially Russia and Ukraine. Accept this act that we perform with trust and love. Make war end and peace spread in the world. The “Fiat” that came out of your heart opened the doors of history to the Prince of Peace. We hope that, through your heart, peace will rise once again. To you we dedicate the future of the whole human family, the needs and expectations of each people, the anxieties and hopes of the world.
Through your intercession, may the mercy of God pour out on earth and may the gentle rhythm of peace return to mark our days. Our Lady of “Fiat”, on whom the Holy Spirit descended, restore among us the harmony that comes from God. May you, our “living fountain of hope”, water the dryness of our hearts. In your bosom Jesus took flesh; help us to make communion grow. You once walked the streets of our world; lead us now on the paths of peace. Amen.
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Christian art – www.christian.art
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With a flamboyant personality that equaled his artistic skill, Salvador Dali captivated audiences worldwide with his surrealistic images. Fr. Robert Keffer, a Benedictine monk of Saint Vincent Archabbey and an artist with a special interest in 20th century art history and the surrealist movement, will examine this prolific artist’s influence on American pop culture, fashion, furniture design and advertising.
Fr. Keffer, a Benedictine monk of Saint Vincent Archabbey, is an artist with a special interest in 20th century art history and the surrealist movement. He has been involved in an in-depth study of Dali in conjunction with the Salvador Dali Museum of St. Petersburg, Florida. A native of Connellsville, he entered the Cistercian Abbey of Our Lady of Spring Bank in Sparta, Wisconsin in 1989, made his solemn vows in 1993 and was ordained a priest in 1995. He has studied art at the former Ivy Institute of Art in Pittsburgh, the American Academy of Art in Chicago, the Studio Incamminati in Philadelphia and with private instructors. He is the student chaplain at Seton Hill University, hospital chaplain at Excela Health Latrobe, and at Saint Vincent, has served in bereavement ministry at Our Lady of Mercy Chapel at Saint Vincent Cemetery and is assistant director of the summer retreat program. Click here to RSVP.


We are teaching Boogie Bible verses that address certain undesirable behaviors. I hope to post a lot more about this at some point, but for now I wanted to share a freebie.
With two little ones less than 2 years apart, we are constantly talking about sharing. I looked around the blogosphere to see if I could find a verse that got to the heart of the issue, but finally settled on creating my own. The concept that I am trying to teach our boys is that nothing is theirs. Everything we have is a gift from God, and all of it belongs to Him or comes from His goodness. I decided that 1 Corinthians 10:26 was a wonderful and simple verse to use to illustrate that fact.
To download this Bible verse printable, just click on the picture below. Once you open the PDF, you can choose color or black and white.


How do I get to midnight Mass at the Vatican?
- Book in advance. …
- Know you have a bigger chance of receiving your tickets if you reserve a smaller number. …
- Send a fax. …
- You’ll receive an old school letter from the Vatican (cool souvenir?) …
- When you arrive in Rome, you need to confirm you have tickets.
- Go to the Prefettura Vaticana.
Who attend midnight mass at the Vatican?
Papal Audience — free. You can attend for free, you’ll just need tickets. If you need less than 10, you can go straight to a Swiss Guard at the Bronze Doors at St. Peter’s Basilica, but you can only pick them up the day before the Audience you want to attend.
How do I get an appointment with the Pope?
To see the Pope in Rome, you have three options. The first option is to visit on a Sunday morning just before noon for a chance to see him for free. You can also get a papal audience ticket in St. Peter’s Square/Nervi auditorium or a ticket to the Vatican Hall.
Can you go to Mass at the Vatican?
Attend mass Monday through Saturday at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 noon or 5 p.m. Mass is held within one of the chapels inside St. Peter’s Basilica. Select Sunday mass in the Vatican.
Can you attend Sunday Mass at the Vatican?
What is this? The Pope does usually not hold general Sunday mass at Saint Peter’s Basilica unless it’s for a specific holy day (although there are many other priests giving Mass on Sunday there.) Pope Francis does address the crowd in Saint Peter’s Square, with the Angelus, every Sunday at noon (when he is in Rome.)
Will Midnight Mass at Vatican be televised?
The 2020 Christmas Eve Mass at the Vatican airs Thursday, December 24 at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. Here is the TV time and channel information for the Christmas Eve Midnight Mass 2020 held at the Vatican and conducted by Pope Francis.
Does the Pope give Mass?
A Papal Mass is the Solemn Pontifical High Mass celebrated by the Pope. It is celebrated on such occasions as a papal coronation, an ex cathedra pronouncement, the canonization of a saint, on Easter or Christmas or other major feast days.
Why is Mass at midnight on Christmas Eve?
Midnight mass is traditionally held at midnight, as Christmas Eve becomes Christmas Day, because it believed that Jesus was born at midnight. In today’s churches, both Catholic and Protestant, services may be held at midnight or earlier, incorporating carols and the Nativity.
Is the Pope celebrating Christmas Mass?
Pope Francis celebrates Christmas Eve Mass on Thursday at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican as Italy went back into lockdown measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. … The Mass was celebrated in a smaller rear section of St. Peter’s Basilica, and only 100 or so people were present, Reuters reported.
Can you wear jeans in the Vatican?
Here is what you should and should not wear when visiting the Vatican: Avoid any top that is sleeveless: a blouse, a short-sleeved shirt or T-shirt will do just fine, … Cropped tops showing off your belly are definitely a bad outfit choice, Wear trousers, jeans, dresses or skirts that are knee-length.
How much does an audience with the Pope cost?
Papal Audience — free.
CONTINUE READING BELOW
The Audience isn’t a mass, but “a chance to listen to the pope and mingle with other attendees,” according to the New York Times. You can attend for free, you’ll just need tickets. If you need less than 10, you can go straight to a Swiss Guard at the Bronze Doors at St.
What do you wear to see the pope?
In the Roman Catholic tradition, black garments signify both virtues of piety and humility. Protocol for papal audiences formerly required that women wear a long black dress with a high collar and long sleeves, and a black mantilla.


HOLY MONASTERY OF SAINTS
RAPHAEL, NICHOLAS AND IRENE
Our Monastery worships the Trinitarian (Triadic) God
in the Eastern (Greek)-Orthodox manner.
Our Monastery has the wonder-working Saints, Raphael, Nikolaos and Irene as protectors and patrons. These Saints are its guides and shining models of faith, life and self-sacrifice, as well as patriotism. They are specially revered, honored, invoked and ministered to by the Monastery.
The three Saints upon the Rock (see History of the Monastery)
The purpose of our Sacred Brotherhood, within its cadre of worshiping God and ministering to our Saints is:
- First of all the shaping of a genuine Christian ethos and faith, along with dedication to the in-Christ way of life, for the actual observance of divine commandments, "in the likeness of" our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,
- But also the missionary work in general, for the propagation and cultivation of the Christian faith, in accordance with the principles and the Canons of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Missionary work certainly does not only include external missions, but also primarily and chiefly the mission that is addressed initially as an arousal to our own fellow-men - our brethren the (neo)Greeks - who seem to have forgotten the essence and the meaning of Christianity. Therefore, it is crucial to fight for the sake of being rebaptized in the springwaters of Orthodoxy and traditional Hellenism, and re-igniting the spark of faith within us; in parallel, diverse other labours are also necessary, in: rites-worship, sermons-catechesis, writing-publishing.
In parallel to its (prominently) missionary character, our Brotherhood does not overlook the purely material needs of our brethren, which it caters to, whenever and wherever it can be of help, depending on its available means and resources.
The fundamental principles that our Brotherhood stresses are:
1) So, brethren, stand firm and preserve the traditions you were taught either by word or by our epistle ... " (Apostle Paul, 2 Thess.2:15) .
We live in an age where a dangerous contempt of the Holy Canons and traditions is observed; and a laxity -distortion of the orthodox phronema and ethos.
Thus, there have been observed irregular conferences, common prayers - even co-officiations - with Papists and other heretics, with the participation of, or led by, high ranking clergymen, and even administrative Heads of the Church. The pope and the heretics are referred to by the ecumenists as "sister Churches", while the heretics’ "sacraments" are being recognized as valid. Therefore the Apostle Paul's message seems to be more relevant than ever before. We must stand firm in our Orthodox traditions and preserve them as the "apple of our eye."
We must follow the timeless example of so many fathers: Gregory Palamas, Mark of Ephesus, Saint Nektarios; even more so, of our own patron Saints Raphael and Nikolaos, who have been aptly named "Confessors", inasmuch as having abandoned honors, glories and offices and having been exiled because of their choice to remain loyal to their orthodox traditions.
This is the only way for us to remain authentic and apostolic and for our foundation to continue to be the only one that can exist - Jesus Christ - Otherwise, we will be toppled, and our fall will be massive!
2) "Monasteries are built on high ground, for people to climb upward", according to the words of a contemporary Elder. In other words, effort and spiritual ascent is required when striving to approach the Christian models of living, and toil, in order for us to savor spiritual fruit. The Christian (and even more so the monastic) way of life is not a casual stroll; it is a laborious ascent.
Our Holy Monastery is located at Ano Souli of Marathon, in the Attiki Province (see Map with directions). It is a place of quiet, of worship, of spiritual work and travail (see Tour photos). It is a sacred site, selected and sanctified by Saint Raphael himself. (see History of the Monastery)


"The Eve emerging from Adam's rib
leaves little to the imagination
about why that original sin happened."
THE CRYPT OF THE ORIGINAL SIN IS AVAILABLE FOR VISITS ONLY WITH ADVANCE RESERVATION It is possible to book the visits online in the TICKETS section or by phone at 3203345323
The Crypt of the Original Sin, in Matera, is located inside a natural cave on the Murgia plateau, near the old Appian Way. Commonly known as “the Sistine Chapel of rupestrian art”, the Crypt was discovered in 1963 by a group of local youths, who noticed the splendid frescoes in what at the time, had become a shelter for sheep herds. Experts later dated the cycle of paintings back to the second half of the 8th century, with Late-Romanesque style and formal elements of Oriental inspiration, such as the Byzantine-style Triarchsand the profile of the Virgin Mary, majestically represented in the sumptuous clothes of the Byzantine empress, the Basilissa.
The anonymous, humble artist – who was soon nicknamed the “Flower Painter” – depicted biblical figures in total freedom: God the Creator, Light and Darkness, Adam and Eve, the three Apostles John, Peter and Andrew, the Archangels and Mary. The paintings on the rough walls of the cave are different and unique in Matera’s iconographic context. The scenes are the fruit of the painter’s personal creativity and certainly speak of his freedom in translating complex depictions, and of a lively spontaneity in drawing images.


03/29/20 BLOG # 11
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One deacon sent me material which included this Scripture verses – “Why are you terrified? Do you not yet have faith?” (Mark 4:40) We all need to keep this in mind.
BOB RUST – I was so sorry to hear that Bob Rust, the 88-year old brotherp of our parishioner Renee Yarmuth, passed away Saturday morning. He lived in Greensburg, Indiana. The doctors think he died of coronavirus but are awaiting lab results to be sure. Renee and Mike, we are so sorry for your loss! Even though we can’t come to the funeral, the parish will have you and your family in our prayers.
OUR PARISH MASS ONLINE – I was so delighted this weekend to discover that St. John Paul II parish had recorded Mass for this weekend. I found it by accident this morning, through our parish’s Facebook page, which provided a link to the Mass on YouTube. It was so good to see the inside of our own church, Fr. Peter leading Mass, Deacon Bruce Warren assisting, his wife Laurie and daughter Katelyn doing the readings, and son John in the audience! Thanks to all of you for bringing our home parish Mass to us this weekend!
ON A POSITIVE NOTE
There seem to be a lot of employers who are now seeking new employees. See http://louisvillecourierjournal.ky.newsmemory.com/?publink=2988d6882. If you know anyone seeking employment, please pass on that link.
PSYCHOLOGICALLY COPING WITH THE CRISIS
From a local counselor – http://louisvillecourierjournal.ky.newsmemory.com/?publink=1d43b5e5a
QUOTES AND POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS FOR A CRISIS
• A leader is a person who, in crisis, is too scared to sit around doing nothing. – “Senator Soaper”
• Life is a series of lessons and our crises are our homework. Knowing that a crisis guarantees us the growth we deserve makes its sting endurable. – author unkown
• Out of every crisis comes the chance to be reborn. – Nena O’Neill
SOME GOOD SCRIPTURE VERSES
• Can any of you by worrying add a moment to your lifespan? If even the smallest things are beyond your control, why are you anxious about the rest? – Luke 12:25-26
• Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7
Dear Lord, please help the world defeat this coronavirus!
Be calm! Stay well! God bless us all!


We are very blessed to have a congregation that supports our kids as they grow in faith and action. Our youth are led by wonderful people who care greatly about the youth from the time they attend Sunday School through their teens. Thanks to all those who teach, lead, pray for, and share their talents with our youth.
The Scholarship Committee has been proud to award scholarships over the past 18 years or so and can thank the generosity of the church council, members, and those families who set aside gifts to aid in funding college education for our members.
Scholarship Application availability is announced in the church bulletins.
Scholarships are awarded at the end of the school year.
If anyone has any questions about the Scholarship Committee, please come join us at a meeting. Meeting dates are announced in church.
Thanks to all who give freely and lovingly to the scholarship fund. Every donation is important, no matter how much is given.


(as of May 18,2021 10:00:23 UTC – Details)
Our culture assumes a conflict between science and Scripture—that the world we experience is incompatible with the Bible. Scripture does seem to fit poorly with the world of our experience, but our experience is only an illusion. At our current level of scientific understanding, there is not necessarily any conflict between science and Scripture. Logically, modern physics supports an implication that we live in a world created by God. The world of modern physics is the true world, one that fits very well with the portrayal of Creation in Scripture. Modern physics reveals a world with time and space bound together, bending and stretching to form our universe, an insubstantial world, where what we perceive to be solid matter is only light and shadow in a cloud of possibilities.
In Quantum Genesis, Stuart Allen considers how the current findings in modern physics, including relativity, quantum mechanics, and particle physics, are compatible with Scripture. Believers will be assured that modern science does not contradict Scripture, rather, modern science supports the reality of God and His Creation. Skeptics will find much food for thought as well.


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Concert at Whitchurch, Shropshire on 18 October 2019
October 18, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
We have sung at St John’s Methodist Church in Whitchurch a couple of times previously, and enjoyed a warm reception on both occasions. We therefore look forward to making another visit to this venue on Friday evening, 18 October.
Do join us if you can. There is no set admission charge, but a request for donations will be made.


Faith3 is a place for ideas, service programs, and discussions around the relationship and integration of faith.
My goal is to help people find their place in the world and to feel connected, safe, loved, and supported.
I want you to know that you are not alone and there are many ways of being a spiritual person in this world.
Here I will try to cover all the different types of spiritual people and explore ways that we can all work together and change it for the better.
Besides that, I want to help people find a way of being in this world that works for them, whether they are religious or not.
My goal is also to uncover different biblical interpretations and meanings, as well as how to study the Bible, and more.
I believe that if we can understand the Bible and all its meanings, then we will be able to break down barriers between people of different faiths.
However, I will try not to make any judgments about other people’s spiritual beliefs and practices, but rather just explore all the different ways we can be spiritual in this world.


Find the Little Way of Motherhood.
Motherhood—Don’t lose sight of the gift!
Christine M. Hanus
Mother of 5 and Author of Everyday Heroism
Hi, Moms, I’m Christine.
Believe it or not, it took me over 20 years to write this book called Everyday Heroism, because, ironically, I’m not Super Mom™! To discover more about why I wrote it, read the short preface to my book here.
Though Everyday Heroism is primarily designed as a 28 day “recharge” for busy moms, with an emphasis on reflection and prayer, it can also be read straight through as a cohesive exploration of Catholic spirituality and motherhood.
I hope you find Everyday Heroism smile-provoking, prayer-inducing, and heart-lifting.
Do you suspect that Oprah, Instagram, and your well-meaning peers might not have the wisdom you need?
You want to find balance.
You love being a mom, but you don’t want to lose touch with who you are.
The modern woman is not particularly happy.
You desire more of God in your life.
You know that tapping more fully into your faith is the way to go.
These 28 Reflections on the Little Way of Motherhood will:
Make you smile.Stories, quotes, quips, and perspective. It’s all good!
Help you pray.
Intimacy with Christ is the key. Learn how to connect with the God who loves you.
Give you hope.“Never, ever give up on hope. Never doubt, never tire and never become discouraged. Be not afraid.”
— St. John Paul II
Funny, humble, warm, wise—Christine Hanus manages to be all these things to the mother in the trenches.
Author of This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and editor of Spiritualdirection.com
As wise as it is humorous, this heart-to-heart meditation is guaranteed to cheer and inspire those who do the deepest work of all: mothers.
Author of Adam and Eve After the Pill, Revisited
What other moms have to say about Everyday Heroism:
Your words spoke to me with a resounding sense of sisterhood: comforting, empathetic, mindful and spiritual. From the daily prayers to the thoughtfully written stories, this book will inspire mothers to live closer to God in their everyday tasks, which in turn will deliberately create faithful children.
— Stacey S, Mother of 4
Bravo! Everyday Heroism is an engaging read which offers clarity and support for those on the often confusing path through motherhood! Spiritual and practical, from her heart to ours!
— Theresa C, Mother of 5
Christine M. Hanus
“Having children is like having a bowling alley installed in your head.” –Martin Mull.
After Christine and her beloved husband had five children in 9 years, Christine sat in her figurative bowling alley and wrote about family life. Everyday Heroism is her first book. As a graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville and a fan of the Catholic spiritual life, she has spent many years applying the wisdom of her faith, along with old-fashioned common sense, to raising and educating her children who are now young adults. She is homemaker, catechist, writing instructor and novice grandma.
Christine writes blog posts for diocesan.com, spiritualdirection.com and various other organizations.
Do you need some support as a mom?
I certainly don’t have all the answers, but if you think I might be able to help you, email me and I will personally respond to you.
Hop onto my prayer list.
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Innovative, Passionate, Influential, and Uniquely Gifted are only a few words that provide a verbal description of Aljenon David Lewis Cooper.
This national evangelist and young ministry leader is changing the world with dynamic messages of deliverance, hope, and purpose. His powerful preaching style, prevailing mantle of prayer, and uncanny leadership skills are seamlessly stitched together to permit this ministry gift to succeed in any area of life.
Elder Cooper’s national reach emanates from the sanctuary of the New Greater Victory Church of God in Christ. His dedication and tenacity has opened many doors on all levels and has even enabled him to transcend denominational barriers.
With an educated, anointed, and accomplished resume of monumental successes that are notable and numerous, past and present:
- Youth Minister, Bryant Temple COGIC
- Featured in Shreveport Times Newspaper as “Doing Good in the Hood”
- Vice President, Young Unique Positive People
- Featured in Epitome Gospel Magazine as “Student of the Month”
- First Student in History of Booker T. Washington High to deliver Baccalaureate Sermon
- Executive Board Member, Allendale District COGIC
- First President of the Student Pastors Organizational Chaplains, Wiley College
- Assistant Pastor, Bryant Temple COGIC
- Youth Pastor, New Greater Victory COGIC
- Youth President, Southern California Evangelistic Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction
- Ordained as an Elder in the COGIC
On June 2, 2018 Elder Aljenon Cooper married the love of his life, Mrs. Chataira Latrece Griffin-Cooper. Out of all of Elder Aljenon Cooper’s accomplishments, the greatest of these is that he is saved, sanctified, and filled with the baptism of the Holy Ghost.


Malta is famous for a variety of things, however, if there is one attraction that you are guaranteed to see during your time in Malta is a church. Even if you don’t plan to visit one, you’ll probably stumble upon one while wandering around the streets of a Maltese village.
Throughout Malta and Gozo there are thought to be over 300 churches. Which is a rather impressive number for a small island. The capital city of Valletta is a recognised UNESCO heritage site; spans across an area of around 550,000 square metre and the capital city alone has 28 churches. For those who are interested in religious history, as well as those that have an interest in architecture will find plenty to see. Still in total Valletta has 320 attractions and monuments that you can visit.
Here are some of the must-see churches during your time in the city.
St John’s Co-Cathedral
Thought to be one of the crown jewels of Valletta, there is definitely something that is incredibly impressive about St John’s Co-Cathedral. Built between 1572 and 1577 the co-cathedral is dedicated to the Roman Catholic Saint John the Baptist. It was built by the Knights of Malta and is a fantastic example of Baroque architecture. The façade is simple on the outside but full of intricate detail on the inside that will catch you off guard for sure!
Sanctuary Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
One of the best known landmarks in Valletta has to be the Sanctuary Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. This is due, in large part to it being one of the most famous churches on the entire island. The first church was built around the 1570 mark and was a design created by Girolamo Cassar. During the 17th century it was given to the Carmelites and this is where it became a patronage to Our Lady of Mount Carmel. After the church was damaged during the war, it needed to be rebuilt which occurred between 1958 and 1981. The church still stands today with its 42m high oval dome and is instantly recognisable on the skyline of Valletta. The dome is a prominent landmark that is easily spotted in Valletta’s cityscape especially from Sliema’s promenade.
The Church of St Paul’s Shipwreck in St Paul Street
It was during AD 60 that St Paul found himself shipwrecked on Malta. While living on the island St. Paul brought Christianity to the population of Malta and showed them the way of the religion. Needless to say, this has meant that many religious monuments have been created in his honour. This particular church has interior that dates back to the 16th century, although it also comes with a 19th century facade too. During the 1650s a gilded statue of St Paul was carved in Rome which is found in the church to this day. During the saint’s feast day (the 10th February) the statue is used during the festa procession that are a norm of Maltese culture with local bands and fireworks. The period the feast is celebrated is a bit different since most village feasts occur during the summer months, so celebrations in February may differ weather permitting.
Anglican Cathedral of St Paul in Independence Square
Another place of worship in Valletta is the Anglican Cathedral of St Paul which can be found in Independence Square. Built between 1839 and 1844, this cathedral may be newer than some of the others in the city but it is still as impressive. The cathedral is dedicated to St Paul and has a rather impressive 65m tall steeple which can be seen on the city’s skyline for miles. At the moment restoration works are to commence to repair the church and its tower. This church is Anglican part of the Diocese of Gibraltar in Europe while the other churches are Roman Catholic, which all form part of the Archdiocese of Malta.
There is definitely plenty to see in Valletta but one thing that you should never overlook are the beautiful churches and their museums.
Make sure that you take the time to visit them and learn their history as Malta has a vast and deep history, beauty and charm.


In the "New Levels, New Devils" | Bible Study , you'll learn strategies to help you fearlessly walk through the Red Seas of life and hold tight to God when the enemy is on your heels.
We all face devils as we work to break free and grow in our relationship with the Savior. This ebook and companion video devotional (order video here: http://bit.ly/NewLevelsVideo ) is the encouragement you need as you level up with the Lord.
In this fill in the blank & journal style Bible Study, you'll learn:
-- When to move out of the way
--- How to trust God to fight for you
-- How to rest in the storm
-- How to pray victoriously in the struggle
You can grab just the Bible Study or get the video devotion where I walk you through the Bible Study encouraging you through each step and sharing practical ways these steps can be used in your life.
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The restoration work of the Old Cathedral of Quelimane is at a very advanced stage, with the stabilization phase of the building, about 250 years old, practically concluded.
The Good Signs Association, will invite the President of Portugal and the Governor of Goa in India, to participate in the ceremony of reopening to the public of the old cathedral of Quelimane, after the rehabilitation is concluded.
According to Rádio Moçambique, the information was revealed by the President of the General Assembly of the Good Signs Association.
Abdul Carimo Issá, said that the rehabilitation of the Old Cathedral of Quelimane is being projected for August next year, when the provincial capital of Zambezia turns eighty years old.
The cathedral has been closed for more than 40 years.
486 thousand dollars are being invested in this work, from the United States and Norway, equivalent to more than 30.5 million meticais.


The Parish Council helps to fund the production of three issues of a Parish Magazine to coincide with Christmas, Easter and Harvest church services at All Saints Church, Little Cornard.
The magazine reports information on past and coming events, fund raising and Parish Council information. Items of social interest are included with many contributions from from both inside and out of the parish. A wide variety of subjects are covered including historic, anecdotal and informative items.
If you wish to read any of the issues on the right you can use the image of the cover as a link to download a PDF file which can be read using Adobe Reader or any other proprietary PDF viewing software.


Glasgow Cathedral is always happy to welcome visiting choirs whenever the Cathedral Choir is on holiday; particularly over the summer, but also for the Sundays after Christmas Day and Easter Sunday. If you direct a choir and would be interested in singing at Glasgow Cathedral, please contact the Director of Music for more information. We can provide an organist if required, although you are welcome to bring your own accompanist. For more information on the organ please click here.
- The cathedral building is managed by Historic Environment Scotland, and any secular hire must be arranged through HES. For further information please use the contact form.
- Our grand piano, pipe organ, and PA system are available for use in concerts and events, subject to payment of a rental fee. Again, please contact HES in the first instance.


The purpose of the Event Planning Committee is to provide a focused approach to all phases of development and execution for Northwest Christian School sponsored events. Our committee’s goal is to provide the families of NCS with fundraising, enrichment, and fellowship opportunities that are consistent with the strategic plan and future growth of NCS. Our desire is to provide opportunities to foster relationships among families and staff at NCS, and also to introduce NCS to new families within the community.
Verse:2 Timothy 1:7
Committee:Public Relations - Event Planning
Committee:Building and Grounds
The Technology Committee is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the school’s computer network, security systems, and phone/communications systems.
It is the desire of the Technology Committee to always keep the students, faculty & staff at Northwest Christian School in front of cutting edge technology, to continually improve upon our technology infrastructure, and to provide ongoing support of our student’s understanding of this technology infrastructure.
Committee:Technology Committee Chairperson
The Building and Grounds Committee’s function is to oversee the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the physical structure and grounds of the school.
Committees:Building and Grounds Chairperson
The Education Committee is committed to providing our students with a well-rounded educational experience that brings glory and honor to our Lord, Jesus Christ. This is accomplished, in part, as we endeavor to protect the integrity of the NCS community, by ensuring that our families, faculty, and staff trust in Jesus Christ, actively participate in a Bible-believing church, and embrace the provisions of the school constitution.
Additionally, we provide support to our teachers and staff in their efforts to bring spiritual and academic growth and encouragement to our students.
Finally, the Education Committee focuses on the oversight and ongoing evaluation of the entire curricular spectrum at Northwest Christian School, through collaborative efforts with our subcommittee. the Curriculum Committee.
Committee:Education Committee Chair
The Finance Committee seeks to balance and monitor income with expenses, both cash flow and budget. We seek to balance the costs of maintaining and upgrading our facilities, student’s actual education costs, and our teacher’s salaries while striving to maintain an affordable education.
Our focus is to ensure staff salaries and benefits are as competitive as possible, increase non-tuition sources of income, manage the tuition assistance program, enhance the financial stability of the school, and allow appropriate funding for capital improvements, all in accordance with the strategic vision of Northwest Christian School.
Committee:Finance Committee Chairperson
Verse:I Samuel 12:24
Committees:Communications Committee and Policy Committee


What Are The Spiritual Tools We Need To Live A Fulfilling Life?
Nov 8, 2020 to Nov 29, 2020
This four-week series will look at how do we spiritually gear up? How do we prepare for what we hope will be a great year? This series of hope gives us the spiritual tools that we need to live the kind of lives that we want to live.
CategoriesBible StudyBiblical FinanceChristian LivingChristian PrinciplesEvangelismFamilyMission and OutreachOtherParentingPrayerSpiritual Gifts
Videos in this Series
Gear Up PT. 1 - How to Gear Up Spiritually
Nov 8, 2020
Often when we make plans to get healthy, we focus on physical fitness, but we need to remember the eternal importance of spiritual fitness.
Gear Up PT. 2 - Gear Up the Next Generation
Nov 15, 2020
Are you raising your children to know Jesus? This inspiring message shares a practical plan for discipling the next generation.
Gear Up Pt. 3 - Gear Up With The Good News
Nov 22, 2020
One of the core values of Christianity is learning how to share the good news of the gospel.


the point of Light within the Mind of God
Let Light stream forth into the minds of men.
Let Light descend on Earth.
the Point of Love within the Heart of God
Let Love stream forth into the hearts of men.
May Love return to Earth.
the centre where the Will of God is known
Let purpose guide the little wills of men -
The purpose which the Masters know and serve.
the centre which we call the race of men
Let the Plan of Love and Light work out
And may it seal the door where evil dwells.
Light and Love and Power restore
the Plan on Earth
The Great Invocation is simultaneously a prayer, an alignment technique, a meditation formula and a mantric invocation for Light and Love, evoking response. It embodies divine intent and summarises the purpose of the Plan for humanity. Concentrated, meditative thinking can reveal the underlying abstract idea in invocation. It can lead to new levels and dimensions of thought.
does not belong to any person or group but to humanity.
Its beauty and strength lie in its simplicity and in the expression of certain central truths which all men, innately and normally, accept: the truth in the existence of a basic intelligence to whom we give the name of "God"; the truth that a great individuality, called by Christians the 'Christ', embodied that love so that we could understand; the truth that both love and intelligence are effects of what is called the Will of God; and the self-evident truth that only through humanity itself can the Divine Plan work out.
I first heard this prayer being spoken by Sir George Trevelyan at a Light Festival in Cheltenham, England, in the 1980's. Such was the impact it had on me, I have used it ever since and passed it on to many hundreds of people with whom I have come into contact when teaching my courses and workshops.
Sir George Trevelyan explained that this Invocation had been given to the world by Alice Bailey in 1948 - under instruction from the Christ and is destined to become of major usefulness in the establishing on earth of the Divine Plan, to be accomplished willingly by humanity itself. Tens of thousands of people recite The Great Invocation worldwide at every minute of the day. It is one of the greatest of the world's prayers.
It voices the basic needs of humanity today - the need for light and love, for understanding of the divine will, and for the end of evil. It says triumphantly: "Let light descend on earth". It then sums it all up in the clarion words: "Let light and love and power restore the Plan on Earth".
daughter Ruth Copland was growing up she accompanied both her parents, who
were Healers, to a number of big public events and for several years it became
a tradition for Ruth to recite the prayer of 'The Great Invocation' and light
a candle to open the annual conference of the National Federation of Spiritual
Healers (NFSH). Having experienced for many years the immense power of The
Great Invocation to open and uplift the heart, Ruth was inspired to put the
prayer to music. She created a melody that mirrored the healing potency of
the prayer and with permission, she also updated the words so that the prayer
would apply to 'humanity' rather than just to 'Man'. Everyone who heard this
version pleaded with her to record it. You can hear it for yourself on her
stunning CD - 'Hidden Fire' which also includes a selection of uplifting songs
written and performed by Ruth, and devised to heal through words and melody.
Available at £11.99.
Just a thought - where there is light there can never be darkness!


During last week, as we entered into November, several branches of the Christian Church marked All Saints Day. A day to celebrate men and women who have given their lives to serve God, bless His people, and through whom the church has seen the grace of God at work. It’s an opportunity to give thanks to God for that grace, and to seek encouragement from the example of those gone before us.
In some traditions, especially amongst our Catholic brothers and sisters, it’s an important day of remembrance. Indeed, from the 4th century, feasts commemorating Christian martyrs were held, yet it wasn’t until the 9th century that the date of 1st November was universally extended to the whole Catholic Church by Pope Gregory IV. However, conversely in some other Christian traditions All Saints Day will come and go unnoticed, as seeking to label someone as ‘Saint so-and-so’ can be seen to set them on a holy pedestal and appear counter to New Testament teaching on the body of Christ (Galatians 3:28).
I think perhaps there’s a healthy balance to be reached, and now is not the time nor the forum to develop either side of that argument, but coming from Northumberland I’ve long been interested in the lives of the Celtic saints, perhaps Aidan and Cuthbert particularly amongst many others. Men and women through whom God in His grace chose to work, as a powerful missional movement swept across great swathes of our nation. A movement often characterised by the hallmarks we seek in our modern-day missional endeavours; contextual, organic mission blending ordinary every day occurrences with the miraculous, and impacting lives as the love of God is demonstrated amongst community.
As I look back on my own life, I’m aware of people who’ve had a similar impact as they’ve demonstrated Kingdom life and encouraged me on my journey. Whether we choose to call them saints or not, they are certainly people who have acted in a saintly manner, and this week I’ve been giving thanks for them; my parents who supported me during my teenage rebellion (and beyond!), the Pastor who believed in me, mentored me and was willing to take risks on my behalf when I was in my early 20’s, my wife, who many people think must indeed be a saint for putting up with me! The list goes on…
As you go through this week I’d urge you to recall who those ‘everyday saints’ have been, or indeed still are, in your own journey. Seek them out, write them a letter, ping them an e-mail, or if like the saints of old they’ve gone before us, give thanks to God for them and their godly influence in your life. We can spend a lot of time looking to the future, wondering what’s next and seeking the next initiative for our church or Christian community, yet perhaps All Saints Day gives us a chance to reflect, look back, give thanks for those key influences in our lives, and let their example inform our future.
Thanks be to God for the everyday saints!
Director: Scotland & Northern England
Photo: A stained glass window depicting four women Doctors of the Church: St. Teresa Benedicta, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Therese of Lisieux, and St. Catherine of Sienna at St. Therese of Lisieux R.C. Church in Montauk, NY


Christian Education is at 9:30AM for the following age groups:
- Nursery (Infants to age 2)
- Preschool (Ages 3 through K5)
- Elementary (Grades 1 through 5)
- Youth (Grades 6-12)
Your family is important to our church. In our effort to provide the highest quality Christian education, we always use a Biblicaly based curriculum. We strive to make Bible learning interesting and use a variety of active experiences to help students learn in the ways they learn best. Our objective for all ages is to see boys, girls, men and women come to faith in Christ and become Followers Of Christ Unto Spiritual Maturity.