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Have you not known? Have you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He does not faint or grow weary;
his understanding is unsearchable.
He gives power to the faint,
and to him who has no might he increases strength.
Even youths shall faint and be weary,
and young men shall fall exhausted;
but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings like eagles;
they shall run and not be weary;
they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:28-31
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What Are We Up To?
After all that has happened over the last year and a half, what might be seen as failures or closed doors, are all proving to work out to His glory. We remain unsure why our call to Vanuatu didn't seem to end up the way that we had hoped, and we are still unsure what the future holds for us (is any one of us sure?). We are confident in this, though~ we wouldn't have seen him work like he has over the past six months if we were headed to Vanuatu~ let me explain...
When the final door seemed slammed on us for Vanuatu, I had an opportunity to go to India with the choir at our church. I was stubborn and didn't think that I could go. How could I? I had spent a year asking people to financially support our endeavor to Vanuatu to no avail. I couldn't possibly ask people for money, and there was no way our family could afford the trip. I will spare you all of the details~ they are miraculous, though! Through several different people, the money for the trip was completely provided and exceeded! I never had to ask anyone for a dime!
So now, I am preparing for the trip. A group of 60+ will be traveling to India to perform concerts for up to 5,000 people a night. We will also provide medical clinics to those in need, visit orphanages, plant a mango tree "farm", and visit villages and leper colonies. We will be sharing the love of Christ with those who don't have the comforts that we have in a very practical way.
The date that we are leaving is January 18 (Next Friday). Our return date is January 28.
Would you pray for our trip?
People have asked me why I would go to India? So many look at it as an impoverished place that is no place to visit. Well, my answer is...I am not going to visit India. I am going to minister to the people of India.
I can't wait to give you an update when I get back!!!
~posted by Kelli
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For "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved."
How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!"
~posted by Kelli
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"The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple." Psalm 119:130
"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105
We desire to be Christians for more than traditions sake, don't we?
The words, "The word of the Lord came to" Jeremiah, Isaiah, Ezekiel, Samuel are written in the Bible multiple times (really, you should google it). Over and over, the Word of the Lord came to those people.
We are blessed to have the Word of the Lord at our disposal all of the time.
Forgive us, Lord, for taking your Word for granted. Spur in us a desire to know You more. Draw us near to You, Father. Help us to be able to say along with the Psalmist,
"How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!"
~posted by Kelli
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"I sometimes think I might have been in darkness and despair now, had it not been for the goodness of God in sending a snowstorm one Sunday morning, when I was going to a place of worship. When I could go no farther, I turned down a court and come to a little Primitive Methodist chapel. In that chapel there might have been a dozen or fifteen people. The minister did not come that morning; snowed up, I suppose. A poor man, a shoemaker, a tailor, something of that sort, went up into the pulpit to preach.
Now it is well that ministers should be instructed, but this man was really stupid, as you would say. He was obliged to stick to his text, for the simple reason that he had nothing else to say. The text was "Look unto Me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth." He did not even pronounce the words rightly, but that did not matter.
There was I thought, a gleam of hope for me in the text. He began thus "My dear friends, this is a very simple text indeed. It says 'Look.' Now that does not take a great deal of effort. It ain't lifting your feet or your finger, it is just 'look.' Well, a man need not go to college to learn to look. You may be the biggest fool and yet you can look. A man need not be worth a thousand a year to look. Anyone can look; a child can look. But this is what the text says. Then it says 'Look unto Me.'" "Ay," said he, in broad Essex, "many of ye are looking to yourselves. No use looking there. You'll never find comfort in yourselves. Some look to God, the Father. No, look to Him by and by. Jesus Christ says, 'Look unto Me.' Some of you say, 'I must wait the Spirit a working.' You have no business with that just now. Look to Christ. It runs: 'Look unto Me.'"
Then the good man followed up his text in this way: "Look unto Me; I am sweating great drops of blood. Look unto Me; I am hanging on the cross. Look! I am dead and buried. Look unto Me; I rise again. Look unto Me; I ascend and sit at the Father's right hand O! look to Me!" When he had got about that length, and managed to spin out ten minutes or so he was at the end of his tether. Then he looked at me under the gallery, and I dare say, with so few present, he knew me to be a stranger, He then said, "Young man, you look very miserable." Well I did, but I have not been accustomed to having remarks made on my personal appearance from the pulpit before. However, it was a good blow struck. He continued:
"And you will always be miserable in life, and miserable in death if you do not obey my text. But if you obey now, this moment you will be saved."
Then he shouted as only a Primitive Methodist can: "Young man, look to Jesus Christ!" I did "look."
There and then the cloud was gone, the darkness had rolled away, and that moment I saw the sun: I could have risen that moment and sung with enthusiasm of the precious blood of Christ, and the simple faith which looks alone to Him. Oh, that somebody had told me that before. TRUST CHRIST, AND YOU SHALL BE SAVED.
Remember, dear brother, if you give your whole soul to the charge committed to you, it does not matter much about its appearing to be a somewhat small and insignificant affair, for as much skill may be displayed in the manufacture of a very tiny watch as in the construction of the town clock; in fact, a minute article may become the object of greater wonder than another of larger dimensions. Quality is a far more precious thing than quantity."
—C. H. Spurgeon
My pastor shared this yesterday at church...I don't think that I had ever heard it before, and I love it so much that I want to share it with you! It is a part of Charles Spurgeon's testimony. I love that he, one of the greatest preachers of all time, was saved during such a simple sermon by such a simple man. Proof, I'd say, that God does all of the saving~ he just chooses to use man in that work, which is unbelievably awesome! This gives me hope that when I stumble and bumble while sharing my faith, God can use even me!
I desperately pray for my friends and family members who have not "looked" yet into the glory of God. If you are reading this and you do not know Christ, please, please look at Jesus.
He has done everything necessary to save you...it is finished...
trust Him and you will be saved.
~posted by Kelli
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The Life and Legacy of Joan of Arc: Battle Bravely, Win Gaily
Joan of Arc: Battle Bravely, Win Gaily
Joan of Arc, a young peasant girl from France, is one of history’s most iconic figures. Born in 1412, she lived during a tumultuous time when France was embroiled in the Hundred Years’ War against England. Joan’s life and legacy are marked by her unwavering bravery on the battlefield and her unwavering faith in her divine mission. Her story is a testament to the power of determination and the indomitable spirit of the human soul.
Joan’s journey began in the small village of Domrémy, where she grew up in a humble household. From an early age, she displayed a deep sense of piety and devotion to her faith. It was this unwavering faith that would later guide her through the trials and tribulations that awaited her.
At the age of 13, Joan began to experience visions and hear voices, which she believed were messages from God. These divine revelations urged her to take up arms and lead the French army to victory against the English. Despite her young age and lack of military training, Joan was determined to fulfill her divine mission.
In 1429, Joan sought an audience with the dauphin, Charles VII, who was skeptical of her claims. However, her unwavering conviction and charismatic presence convinced him to grant her an army and the opportunity to prove herself on the battlefield. Joan’s first major victory came at the Siege of Orléans, where her strategic brilliance and unwavering courage turned the tide of the war in favor of the French.
Joan’s military successes continued, and she became a symbol of hope and inspiration for the French people. Her unwavering bravery in the face of adversity inspired her troops and struck fear into the hearts of the English. However, her success also made her enemies, and she soon found herself facing accusations of heresy and witchcraft.
In 1430, Joan was captured by the Burgundians, who sold her to the English. She was put on trial for heresy and faced a hostile and biased court. Despite the overwhelming odds stacked against her, Joan remained steadfast in her faith and refused to renounce her divine mission. In May 1431, she was found guilty and sentenced to death by burning at the stake.
Joan’s execution was a tragic end to a remarkable life. However, her legacy would live on long after her death. In 1456, a retrial was held, and Joan was posthumously exonerated of all charges. She was canonized as a saint in 1920, and her story continues to inspire people around the world.
Joan of Arc’s life and legacy serve as a reminder of the power of faith, courage, and determination. Her unwavering bravery on the battlefield and her unwavering faith in her divine mission are a testament to the indomitable spirit of the human soul. Despite the challenges and obstacles she faced, Joan never wavered in her belief that she was chosen by God to lead her country to victory.
Joan’s story is a timeless reminder that even in the darkest of times, one person can make a difference. Her courage and determination continue to inspire people to this day, and her legacy serves as a beacon of hope for those facing their own battles. Joan of Arc: battle bravely, win gaily.


Why Think About Heaven?
We cannot see, hear, touch or smell Heaven. As a result, it's not something people regularly think about. After all, Heaven seems far away. Shouldn't we focus on getting the most out of this life, having fun and building wealth?
However, we are all still reminded of our mortality one way or another. When we are at death's door, our wealth, real estate, cars, and fun times can't help us(Psa. 49:8-9). Only God can help us at that point(Psa. 23:1-4). We also can't take any of our material possessions or wealth with us when we die(Psa. 49:10-12, 16-20). When confronted with our own mortality, we tend to think about what truly matters.
How do we seek fulfillment?
This is a fundamental question in life. One of the ways of the world says wealth and fame will bring us fulfillment. We think money, cars, large homes and other possessions will be enough.
The book of Job is likely the oldest book in the Bible. In it someone named Job had 7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, a large number of servants and was the greatest man of the Middle East(Job 1:1-3). Then one day he lost all his possessions and his whole family(Job 1:13-19). Job then said he came into this world naked and will leave with naked(Job 1:21).
King Solomon was probably the wisest man who ever lived. He says wisdom is more profitable than silver(Pro. 3:13-15) and riches won't help on the day of judgment(Pro. 11:4). He also says true treasure is in the home of the Godly(Pro. 15:6) and being poor and honest is better than rich and dishonest(Pro. 28:6). He goes on to say get-rich-quick schemes are futile(Pro. 28:20,22). Later in his life King Solomon laments that despite all the houses, beautiful gardens, reservoirs, gold and silver, many women and everything else he has he wasn't satisfied(Ecc. 2:4-11). He compared it to "chasing the wind".
This all sounds great in theory. However, do these biblical passages from thousands of years ago apply today? We can find plenty of indication they do.
Tom Brady is a successful football quarterback for the Patriots. He has fame and money and has been in several commercials. However, he once said this:
Why do I have three Super Bowl rings and still think there is something greater out there for me? A lot of people would say, 'This is what it is. I reached my goal, my dream...' Me, I think, God, it's got to be more than this. I mean, this isn't... what it's all cracked up to be
Brady knows there's more than just money and fame.
Ben Bernanke is the Fed chairman. As an economist, he knows about money. He made these comments when speaking to college graduates:
We all know that getting a better-paying job is one of the main reasons to go to college, and achieving economic security for yourself and your family is an important and laudable goal. But if you are ever tempted to go into a field or take a job only because the pay is high and for no other reason, be careful! Having a larger income is exciting at first, but as you get used to your new standard of living, and as you associate with other people in your new income bracket, the thrill quickly wears off. Some interesting studies of winners of large lottery prizes, even in the millions of dollars, found (as you would expect) that they were happy and excited on learning that they had won. But only six months later they reported being not much happier than they were before they won the lottery. The evidence shows that, by itself, money is not enough. Indeed, taking a high-paying job only for the money can detract from happiness if it involves spending less time with your family, stress, and other such drawbacks.
Why This World is not Our Home
For believers, this world is not our home. One could say we are strangers passing through a strange land. Every believer's destiny is to be with God(Dan. 7:18). Famous people in the Bible such as Noah and Abraham were longing for a better world(Heb. 11:4-16). We live in a fallen world since Adam and Eve sinned and were banished from the Garden of Eden. We groan while in our bodies that are subject to deterioration but look forward to Heaven(2 Cor. 5:1-4). Whether we get impatient in traffic jams, deal with money issues or whatever trouble life gives, we long for a better place.
Most of us think there must be more to life than what we have seen and heard. We have a yearning for more, like a big gap. We all have a gaping hole that can only by filled by God, who is eternal and infinite. What more could we ask for? We long to enter God's home(Psa. 84:1-2), and a single day there is better than 1000 elsewhere(v10). Our true identity will be revealed when a white stone with our new name is given to us in Heaven(Rev. 2:17).
What is the eternal perspective? It involves setting your mind on things above(Col. 3:2), particularly when life gets hard. We are told not to love this world as it is temporary(1 John 2:15-17). Material things are all temporary and sooner or later will be destroyed. The car you drive, the computer you use, the money you have in a safe will all in time decay or be destroyed one way or another. The eternal perspective involves remembering the suffering of this world is brief compared to the glory of God(Rom. 8:18). We should live by faith and not sight(2 Cor. 5:7), and we should set our eyes on what is unseen rather than seen(2 Cor. 4:18). Above all, believers must remember their citizenship is in Heaven(Phil 3:20).
Doesn't this make us no earthly good? Hardly. Believers invest in what is eternal and what truly matters. What we do in this life matters as we all will be judged by our actions. God still wants us to think about Heaven since it is described in Isaiah, Revelation and other books of the Bible.
Nothing is wrong with material things themselves. We should enjoy what we have as they are gifts from God. However, we must never be more devoted to them than God.
If you have trouble with eternal perspective, don't worry. It takes time and is a discipline. We will get distracted by the positive and negative of this world, but we must always remember the eternal.
What do we do until we get to Heaven? As the apostle Paul said, we should press ahead to the goal of attaining the prize for which God has called us for(Phil. 3:13-14). As long as we are alive, we still have work to do.
We have to realize life doesn't end when we die. In fact, it's just beginning. What we do in this life affects us in ways big and small for eternity.
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We are so excited to be rolling out a revamped Sunday night experience for our students. F² will take place at 5:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month.Think Fusion, but kicked up another notch! F² will be an opportunity for Food/Fellowship (F², get it?). There will be Sundays where we have games, worship, food, fellowship, and more. As we begin this new semester, we are so excited to have this opportunity to meet with students twice a month! You may be asking why the change? Good Question! We have recognized that families are busy. Students are busy. The last thing we want to do is take away valuable time that families have. So, by meeting twice a month, we hope and encourage you and your family to take the other times and be together. Have fun together! Or, rest. Can we get an amen?
Wednesday night small groups are the heart of this youth ministry. We have a team of amazing individuals, who volunteer countless hours to minister to your students once a week (sometimes more). During small groups our students have an opportunity to sit with their peers of their own grade and gender and talk about life and their walk with the Lord. We are so excited to continue this fantastic ministry on Wednesdays with a new addition. Before dismissing to their normal small groups on Wednesday nights, students in 8-12th grade will meet in the youth room for a quick message by Stephen Racine that will be pre recorded and shown on the screen. This will give small group leaders an opportunity to expand upon this message with questions that further convey and explore the message topic. Because the messages will be pre-recorded, we will be able to share them via social media to parents, along with questions that can be used to spur on family conversations. We are so excited to be able to offer this new opportunity for our families.
Do you love singing or playing an instrument? Do you like to have fun? Would you like to explore that gift, while worshipping the Lord? Come join the FUMC Youth Praise Band! During our two Sunday (1st and 3rd Sunday) practices a month, we will work together to create a worship experience for our youth worship services on Sunday evenings (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month).


Karen E. Carter is an assistant professor of history at Brigham Young University, specializing in the religious history of early modern France. Her book, Creating Catholics: Catechism and Primary Education in Early Modern France, published in 2011, examines the religious education of children and the types of schooling available in rural parishes. Her second book, Scandal in the Parish: Priests and Parishioners Behaving Badly in Eighteenth-Century France, will be published in 2019. It involves an examination of the relationship between priest and parishioner and the administration of the sacraments in eighteenth-century France. Her next research project is a history of rural France in the early modern period. She teaches courses on France, the Reformation, Europe, and world history. She received a BA in history teaching and an MA in European history from Brigham Young University (1995, 2000) and a PhD from Georgetown University (2006).
History Faculty, Social History, Religious History, Europe, 1500-1800
Office: 2101A JFSB


Announcement: The Reverend Christine Downey has resigned and will end her ministry in Gananoque and Rockport November 1 to accept a new post at St. Marys Episcopal Church Dalmahoy in Scotland. Parish profiles are being compiled. For information please call 613-382-3655. For informal enquires call the Diocesan Office 613-544-4774. Interim Priests The Reverend Dr.Reg Gilbert and then long term interim The Reverend Dr. Barbara Robinson will lead the parishes.
Welcome to the Anglican (Episcopal) Churches of Christ Church Gananoque and Church of the Redeemer Rockport. Our aim as a Christian community is to be here for everyone, whether you’re used to church or know nothing about it at all! We seek to make the good news of Jesus Christ accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. We especially welcome anyone who for whatever reason has never been to church. Check out our events calendar!
1 Front Street Rockport
Worships together Sunday's at 9am.
30 Church Street Gananoque
gathers Sunday's at 7:45am & 10:30am,
Wednesday's at 10am for worship and fellowship.


We're are glad you're here and hope that you will join us at Christ Community Church for one of our weekend worship services. Whoever you are, and regardless of your past, CCC is a place for you to experience life transformation. We hope you find the information on this page valuable as you plan your first visit to CCC.
9 & 10:45 AM / Gym
10:45 AM / Worship Center
Engaging band-led worship evokes a reflective and powerful worship experience in a relaxed atmosphere.
The Next Steps area in the atrium is where you’ll find Starting Point, GroupLink, and Foundations. Here you can get information about the church as well as take a brief tour of our campus, find out how to get plugged into a smaller community group, or register for a 3-week class that will help you discover what it means to be a Christian.
Stop by and grab some information about the church, pick up your free gift, and even take an optional tour of the campus.
For those new in their faith or new to CCC, Foundations offers an interactive orientation to CCC. Learn about CCC’s history, values and the characteristics of a growing disciple.


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The LDS Church places a high value on faith, family, and community. It functions as a hub for spiritual development, worship, and altruism. The Church values diversity and acknowledges the contributions of people from all over the globe. We are thrilled to offer visa sponsorship opportunities to individuals who are eager to contribute to our community-focused initiatives and further our mission.
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January 8 - When life tumbles in
“…standing in the roaring of the Jordan, cold to the heart with its dreadful chill, and very conscious of the terror of its rushing, I too, as Hopeful [in Pilgrim's Progress], can call back to you who one day in your turn will have to cross it, "Be of good cheer, my brother, for I feel the bottom, and it is sound." - John Gossip
Dr. John Gossip, a renowned Scottish evangelist who passed away in 1954, was one of the greatest preachers Scotland has ever produced. His wife died tragically and suddenly when he was pastor of the Beechgrove Church in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1927. Dr. Gossip delivered a sermon after burying his wife on the following Sunday morning as usual at his pulpit, and it was a sermon called When Life tumbles In, What Then?
The thrust of Gossip's sermon is that we cannot allow who we are, and what we believe, what matters to us, what we value, what we place our faith in, to be shaken by the mundane tragedies of our daily lives because our foundations must be stronger than that. Gossip went and did his duty, and spoke to his flock, because in the face of tragedy, he knew that allowing his grief and sorrow to fracture and damage his responsibility and his beliefs would only be allowing that tragedy to rule and diminish him.
It's in times that are hard - brutally hard - that we must be even more resolute and faithful in our faith because we come to realize just how dependant we are on our values. Our codes. Our ethics. Our morals. The way we see and interpret the world. Without a strong foundation, we crumble.
So often, the foundations of our lives are built on such unimportant things. The job. The time we want to save. The luxury of the moment. The object we want to possess. The thing we want to be able to afford. And when tragedy comes, while it should only and can only be our faith in the bigger picture that keeps us standing strong, so often we realise that our foundations have been built on ground that is unworthy and unstable.
It's often how many times you fall down that determines your true character; not how many times you get back up again, simply because it's the only true test of your foundations.
The past two years of my life have been formative, but they've been difficult. I've lost loved ones, and I've struggled with my sobriety. I've lost friendships that I had thought would be the bricks of my soul's stately mansion. And throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, I have found my mental health to be a daily battle. The last 6 months in particular, I have drifted from so many of the folks I love and value, because I no longer had the words to share, to say what I felt, to fill the space between us. I was battling with the limitations of my mind, and I couldn't find a way through.
I've had to learn how to rebuild over and over again in the last couple of years. Sometimes deliberately, sometimes merely in passing as I tended to other things in my life. But when everything simply crumbled in front of me in the middle of yet another lockdown, I was pleased to discover that my foundations had been strengthened and that I was still standing. I am now battered, bruised, but I am here. I am here. I am here.
If you're anything like me, the small things of our lives always distract us. The petty grievances. The fights we pick with others because it somehow makes us feel more alive to be in some kind of conflict over something that feels important but really isn't. The insistence on continuing to be right and never wrong. The way we hold the things we believe and the people we love tightly as if our happiness is completely dependent on them; we begin building our lives around objects and feelings, and when tragedy comes again (and it always will), all those foundations that seemed so impossible to break apart, will fall apart.
When life tumbles in, what then? Will we let our morals, values, and ideals be torn away in the discomfort or the grief? I hope not. I hope that we will allow those things to be shaken and challenged with complete confidence that they will hold because it means that they were built on something solid.
And I hope that - like Gossip, we will be able to call back to the people we love and reassure them that we too have felt the bottom and it is indeed sound.
Self Care To-Do List
Don’t force yourself to get out of bed today. Take your time. The world can wait.
Stop forcing yourself to read that book you aren’t enjoying. Ditch it. Move on.
If keeping a diary is too much, try keeping a set of post-it notes. Scribble a single thought each day, and keep them in a jar…you’ll have a story to read back over at the end of the year.


Windows and doors and sunshine, OH MY!
While sitting here sipping my coffee and reflecting this Monday morning, I can't help but be humbled by God's provisions over the last year. In His timing He has provided us with the resources and people we have needed. Daniel and I have been learning how to do a lot of things regarding "barn improvement." While we did put in the one exterior side door, we decided that delegation was needed for the new framing and installation of the windows and doors. We are grateful that the Lord equips everyone differently and provided us with those who could make this next step in the barn renovation a reality.
That being said, last week we welcomed in our windows and doors to fill the spaces of our two sliding back barn doors. Im sure the cows that used to frequent these doorways would be surprised to see what they look like today. We plan to keep our green barn doors on the tracks to continue to preserve the "barn feel" when you walk up. We have been staring out these windows a lot over the last few days. The few warmer days welcomed the cranes out of wherever they had gone for the winter months and they have given us a show. I also saw 7 deer run across the back field just as the window had been installed. What a treat. What a blessing. We are excited that this is just the beginning of being able to enjoy the scenery and wildlife out these panoramic windows and doors. What wonderful way to enjoy the gift of creativity while getting to observe and appreciate God's beautiful creation just outside the windows.


Evangelical Friends Church Southwest (EFCSW or Yearly Meeting) consists of the members of its local churches.
Every individual who joins a local Friends church automatically becomes a member of the denomination, the Yearly Meeting. Although it is no longer part of our official name, the term Yearly Meeting may be used as an equivalent of EFCSW.
Friends, from earliest times, have sought to foster fellowship and cooperation in advancing the cause of Christ in the world. To this end, they have formed connexional bodies of churches which live in mutual subordination and accountability. These bodies were comprised of Friends churches in particular national or geographical regions who gather together at least once a year for worship and business, hence the name for this gathering, “Yearly Meeting.” The term also came to be applied to the various regions, including both churches and members.


“So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.”
– Matthew 17:20
“Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.”
– Matthew 9:23
Having no impossibilities sounds pretty impossible, right? And yet God is truth. His Word is our foundation for life and contains no mistakes. He did not write these verses on accident; they are not mistranslations. He diligently, purposefully declared these promises to open our eyes to the literally limitless life available to those who believe.
A condition stands in our way, however. The one missing link, the bridge between a life of average humanity, and a life where you can pray and food is multiplied (Matthew 14), finances are supernaturally provided (Matthew 17), the dead are brought back to life (2 Kings 4), God sweeps you from one place to another (1 Kings 18, Acts 8), and the planet stops (Joshua 10); that condition is faith. And you can have it.
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The Measure of Faith
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...my true love gave to me
a partridge in a pear tree!
In Germany families put up their Christmas decorations a few days before Christmas and then leave them up until 3 Kings Day, or Epiphany. The song "The 12 Days of Christmas" refer to the time between Christmas and Epiphany.
I was doing some research to see when the days start (on the 25th or 26th) and I found a website with a discussion about what each of the days in the song means. According to Catholic tradition the song was a mnemonic device to teach the catechism to kids. While the meanings proposed by tradition may not be the real origin of the song, I really loved the ideas and wanted to share each day with you here. So, there will be a freebie each day representing the "gift" given on that day and a Christian explanation of that day.
So... A partridge in a pear tree refers to Jesus the Messiah being the ultimate gift and a protector of His people. The scripture reference to support this theory is Luke 13:34, "Jerusalem! Jerusalem! How often would I have sheltered you under my wings, as a hen does her chicks, but you would not have it so . . . ."
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No one would be surprised to know that Christmas celebrates the birth of Christ. That day was the 2nd most important in history. The most important day in history was the Resurrection, because without it, Christianity would never have spread.
But it's Christmas, not Easter, so I'll stick to a Christmas message.
inner meaning of the birth of Christ, represents the birth of Christ
within each of us. Each of our souls was given a part of God, that we
may choose to develop or not.
Those who develop this spark of God,
figuratively gives birth to Christ within us.
This is called by various names in many spiritual traditions. Many call it spiritual enlightenment, or soul consciousness.
we achieve spiritual enlightenment, we become Lights unto the world. We
would spread love, peace, and goodwill among all of God's children.
And when enough people do this, it will indeed be a Merry Christmas.
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Who We Are
Charisms. Lay Carmelites (Third Order Secular of the Order of the Brothers of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel) are Roman Catholic men and women, mostly laity, called to:
Origins. Shortly after the end of the Third Crusade, a group of latin hermits were observed living on the slopes of Mount Carmel.
Some time between 1206-14, the papal legate and patriarch of Jerusalem, Albert of Vercelli, wrote a way of life for the hermits. They were to elect their leader (Ch 4), live in separate cells (Ch 6), ponder scripture (Ch 10), pray the Hours (Ch 11), hold possessions in common (Ch 12), gather daily for morning Mass (Ch 14), gather on Sundays for discussions (Ch 15), fast (Ch 16), and work in silence (Ch 20).
Around 1238, the hermits began migrating to the cities of Europe. By 1247, Pope Innocent IV modified their Rule, making them a mendicant order. Since this time, Carmelites have embraced a dual spirituality of contemplative prayer (eremitic/hermit) and active ministry (mendicant/friar).
Over the centuries, many religious and lay groups have become affiliated with the Carmelite Order. Today, the Carmelite family includes friars, contemplative nuns, active sisters, hermits, apostolic institutes, Lay Carmelites, lay missionaries, confraternities, those enroled in the Brown Scapular, those who wear the Brown Scapular, and others.
Saints. Some Carmelites have become an inspiration to countless others, and noted by the Church for their path to holiness. Currently, the Church recognises 3 doctors, 11 saints, and 23 blesseds from the Carmelite Orders.  Among these Carmelites are St. Mary Magdalen de'Pazzi, St. Teresa of Jesus, St. John of the Cross, St. Therese of the Child Jesus, St. Nuno Alvares Pereira, and Bl. Titus Brandsma. Well-known Carmelites of recent times include Sr. Lucy of Fatima and Bl. Pope John Paul II (a Carmelite tertiary).
 Jacques de Vitry (c. 1216-28).
 Joachim Smet (2011). The Mirror of Carmel: A Brief History of the Carmelite Order. p. 9.
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|Walter Rane's "Good Tidings of Great Joy"|
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I know it can feel a bit like déjà vu to read Matthew 2 and Luke 2 only a couple of weeks after Christmas, but that’s the Come Follow Me assignment for this week. The good news is there’s actually a lot more in Luke 2 that you probably don’t usually cover in your rehearsals of the Nativity at Christmas-time. So taking the time to read the whole chapter has it’s pay-offs.
Humble Circumstances (Luke 2:7)
One of the things the manualinvites us to consider is the humble and lowly circumstances into which the Savior was born.
If your family is anything like mine, you may have recently participated in a reenactment of these events for an FHE a few weeks ago around Christmas. As we typically tell the story in our culture, there’s an innkeeper (or perhaps multiple innkeepers) who turn Joseph and Mary away, leaving them to settle in a stable (perhaps offered to them by the innkeeper) in which to be born.
The Greek translated as inn is katalyma—a word that can refer to an inn, but more commonly is used to refer to a “guest room.” Most Jewish homes at this time had an upper room for guests and visitors to lodge in. It’s likely that Joseph and Mary were planning to stay in the guest room of kinsmen in Bethlehem, but they were already hosting other guests.
Lacking room in the guest room, their kin probably invited them to stay in one of the lower rooms (or, in some cases, a cave below the home), where the animals were often kept. There, Jesus was born and laid in a manger.
I know this changes our common perception of events a little bit, but it nonetheless still speaks to the humble and lowly circumstances into which Jesus was born. Indeed, that is Luke’s whole reason for mentioning it. These lowly circumstances are one of the ways Jesus descended below all things, as part of the “condescension of God” (1 Nephi 11:16, 26)
Many Witnesses (Luke 2:8–38; Matthew 2:1–12)
Themanual also invites us to explore the stories of the different witnesses of Christ found in Luke 2 and Matthew 2—the Shepherds, the Wise Men, Simeon, and Anna.
Shepherds (Luke 2:8–20)
Shepherding was evidently a lowly, even despised profession in the ancient Near East. Thus, most commentators contrast them with the wealthy and intellectual wise men of Matthews story, suggesting that Luke’s message here is that the “good news”—i.e., the gospel—is for the poor.
While this is likely true, it also noteworthy that there is a lot of royal and messianic symbolism in shepherds. In ancient Babylon, Egypt, the Greco-Roman world, and Israel itself, the shepherd was used as a metaphor for gods and kings who were benevolent, caring for their people as a shepherd cares for it’s flock. Jesus himself was known as the “good shepherd” for this very same reason (albeit, in the gospel of John, not Luke).
Furthermore, several of the major heroes of Israel were “shepherds” by occupation—Abel, the first martyr, was a shepherd (Genesis 4:2); Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob each had flocks of sheep (Genesis 24:35; 26:13–14; 29:6, 9; 30:40); Joseph and Judah and their brothers tended to their fathers flocks (Genesis 37:2, 12; 46:32–34; 47:3); Moses tended to Jethro’s flocks—and was doing so when he first saw God on Sinai (Exodus 3:1); and of course David, the key ancestor of the Messiah, was himself a shepherd right in Bethlehem (1 Samuel 16:11, 19; 17:15).
It’s thus highly appropriate that the first witnesses of the new born Messiah—the good shepherd—were themselves literal shepherds from Bethlehem.
One more thing about the shepherds, from discussing this story with my wife (so she deserves at least half the credit here): they appear to be introduced into the divine council.
A typical divine council scene will consist of the Lord sitting upon his throne, with gods or angels surrounding him in council or singing praises (see, e.g., Isaiah 6, 1 Nephi 1:8–14). It’s noteworthy that first a single angel appears, and then the multitude—the rest of the council (2:9–14). Some divine council scenes involve a first encounter with an individual member of the council who then inducts the person or persons into the council.
There is, of course, one important element missing—the enthroned Lord. The most immediate explanation for this absence is provided the angel’s own message—the Lord can be found not in a glorious throne in the heavenly realms, but as an infant child, lying in a manger (2:11–12). This contrast of expectations for a divine council scene further emphasizes the humble circumstances into which the Savior was born.
And, since the divine council is frequently tied to temples and temple imagery, it’s at least interesting that the shepherds are given a sign by which they can find—and thereby enter into the presence of—Christ the Lord (2:12).
But the main point I’d like to make is that the purpose of inducting humans into the heavenly council throughout the Old Testament is make them witnesses and messengers of the Lord to the people. So Luke, through divine council imagery, is underscoring the role of the shepherds and witnesses.
Simeon (Luke 2:25–35)
In Nativity reenactments, we typically skip over to Matthew at this point and tell the story of the wise men. But the circumcision, presentation of the child to the Lord at the temple, and purification of Mary, all recorded by Luke would have chronologically come first.
It’s while they are at the temple that we learn of Simeon. Little is actually known of Simeon, except that he was a devout Jew who received a promise that he’d live to see the Messiah (2:25–26). He’s presumably an elderly man. He was at the temple that day by spiritual prompting (2:27), and evidently recognized the Christ child instantly.
Taking the child in his arms, he’s inspired to utter a blessing, in the which he states that Christ will be “a light to lighten the Gentiles,” as well as “the glory of thy people Israel” (2:32). Thus, one of the messages of Simeon’s story is that the gospel is for all people (see 2:31)—Jew and Gentile alike.
Anna (Luke 2:36–38)
It’s also at the temple that they encounter the widow and prophetess Anna. We don’t know exactly what she said, but she too evidently recognized the Christ child and testified of him. As a widow, Anna represents one of the most disenfranchised demographics in the ancient world. As one of the early witnesses of Christ, Anna signals that the gospel will not just be for men, but for women, in general, and widows in particular. As such, she becomes a type and shadow for the many widows who show up later the gospel accounts and are blessed by Jesus’s power.
Wise Men (Matthew 2:1–12)
And at last, we come to Matthew’s wise men. They stand in contrast to all of Luke’s more lowly witnesses. Wealthy and intellectual, they bring gifts fit for a king. Most scholars believe that these wise men (Greek magoi) from the “east” (2:1) were Zoroastrian priests/astrologers from Persia. Others think they might have actually come from South Arabia, where incense and myrrh came from. Either way, they are often thought to be another witness that this Messiah mattered to more than just Jews—his gospel was for the world.
Naturally, given their more elite status, they represent what the child was to grow to be—the priest and king of God’s covenant people. This is symbolized in their gifts—gold representing his kingship, and frankincense his priesthood. The myrrh, often used in embalming, foreshadowed his death and resurrection.
His Father’s Business (or House?) (Luke 2:49)
I know this is long, but one last thought. More of an FYI, really. The individuals and families manual invites us to reflect on how young people we know are “about [their] Father’s business” (2:49). When thinking about this, I’d suggest it’s worth considering where the Savior is when he says this. And, in fact, you might be interested to know that the Greek is pretty ambiguous here, and many modern translations (e.g., the NRSV, NIV, ESV) translate it as “in my Father’s house” instead of “about my Father’s business.”
How does this change our perspective on this question? While there no doubt are many good and important ways to be about the Father’s business, perhaps one of the most important ways for us—and for our youth—to be doing the Father’s business is by being at the Father’s house, performing sacred ordinances for ourselves and for the dead.
Anyway, that’s enough of my musings on these chapters. Once again, I hope I’ve given you enough to think about and helped you see in one way or another how there’s a lot more to get out of these chapters than a simple reenactment on Christmas Eve will usually provide (as fun and wonderful as such reenactments most certainly are).
Once again, I’d like to encourage everyone to take some time this week and themselves consider what can be learned from different all the different witnesses of Christ’s birth, or the humble circumstances of it, or the Savior’s young adult experience at the time, or any number of interesting topics to reflect on in connection Matthew 2 and Luke 2.
 On the widows in the gospels, it’s worth checking out Camille Fronk Olsen, Women of the New Testament (Salt Lake City, UT: Deseret Book, 2014), 139–149. Anna is covered just before that, on pp. 133–137.
 Nonetheless, some have wondered how these foreign dignitaries would even know about the coming Jewish Messiah or why they would care. If they are from Persia, they may have known (or been descendants of) Jews who remained in Babylon after the exile. If they are from South Arabia, Yemenite Jews have been in the region since at least the early centuries AD. Some of their traditions tie their origins back to Israelites fleeing the invading Babylonian army in the early 6th-century BC. Latter-day Saints should be reminded of Lehi and Nephi in this regard, and might even speculate that it was their prophesying in the wilderness that was remembered by the wise men 600 years later (see 1 Nephi 10:4). This would, of course, just be pure speculation, however.


I asked God to take away my pride and God told me “No”.
He said that pride is not taken away. It has to be rejected.
I asked God to cure my daughter, bedridden, and God told me “No”.
He said that patience is the result of trials. They do not give it, they deserve it.
I asked God to give me happiness and God told me “No”.
He said that he gives Blessings, and whether I will be happy depends on me.
I asked God to save me from pain, and God told me “No”.
He said that suffering separates man from worldly cares and draws nearer to Him.
I asked God for spiritual growth, but God told me “No”.
He said that the spirit should grow itself, and He will only cut me to make fruit.
I asked God to help me love others just as He loves me.
And God said: “At last you understand what you need to ask.”
I asked for strength, and God sent me tests to temper me.
I asked for wisdom, and God sent me problems that I need to puzzle over.
I asked for courage, and God sent me danger.
I asked for love, and God sent me in need of my help.
I asked for goods, and God gave me opportunities.
I did not receive anything from what I asked for.
But I got everything I needed.


Mission - For God's Glory
Commitment to Mission
2 Corinthians 4:15 - For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God.
What motivates you to be missional? Maybe it's guilt (I hope not!)? Maybe compassion? Or something else? Many things motivate a person to spread the gospel. But the motivation of Paul (and others) was primarily the glory of God.
Glory is a hard concept to grasp. We may think of vague images of victory or brightness but it's more than that. Biblical glory has a meaning of weight, importance, deference and heaviness. But also respect, honour and majesty.
Have you ever looked at a sunset and thought... Wow, that's amazing! It's big, weighty and beautiful! You take notice of it! Or seen an eagle in flight ... It's breathtaking and majestic. Both are glorious sights! No wonder the bible says:
“Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!” - Isaiah 6:3
These, however, are dimmer radiances of God's glory in comparison to his Son, Jesus Christ who is:
the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature - Hebrews 1:3a
In Jesus, we see God's aseity, eternality, goodness, graciousness, holiness, immutability, mystery, omnipotence, omnipresence, omniscience, unity, providence, righteousness, sovereignty, transcendence, veracity and love! Lot's of words there that describe some of Gods weightiness, importance and beauty. His glory!
The radiance of God's glory shines brightly each time someone turns from sin to Jesus Christ for forgiveness. The best motivation for mission? The glory of God!
Daily Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15
Prayer: Father, we have a ministry by your mercy to reach people with the gospel. Please Lord, drive us from a deep motivation of doing everything to your glory. Amen.


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Text in the middle left:
"For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them."
Text in the bottom center:
If the statement is true for you, then circle T for True.
7.) I see and hear things that others cannot see or hear (T) F


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Imagine wandering through Earth’s oldest, giant trees at dusk with the love of your life. This session is so so special, not because of the location (as grand as it is I mean come on!), but because of the people in them. Sarah + Micah were in mine and my husband's college life group in Virginia almost 4 years ago, and around the same time, God walked them through a journey that He saw fit for Sarah and Micah. They got engaged, Micah went away to the Marines, and then got diagnosed with Leukemia. They eloped after his diagnosis, almost 4 years ago and finally got to have their dream wedding a few weeks ago after years of waiting! After years of Chemo, hospital visits, and trusting in the Lord to provide for them exactly what they needed, Micah is in remission with 3 new joints and is doing amazing! Sarah and Micah’s story is a true testament of how good God is even in the midst of tragedy and uncertainty. It brings tears to my eyes.
I was ecstatic to even share a small part of their story as they walk through healing and get to celebrate all God has done in their lives in the last four years. One of their goals is to visit national parks together, now that Micah is healed and doing better, and it was an honor to bring them to their first national park since Micah’s chemo. Sarah + Micah you two are so strong willed, filled with the love of the Holy Spirit and I am SO so thankful for you both. What a testimony. What an amazing God we serve.
(Also I had major altitude sickness during this session and I didn't even know it. Gotta love the struggles traveling comes with, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. The good memories far exceed the bad ones.)


Berkhof, however, argues that, "in so far as God reveals Himself in His attributes, we also have some knowledge of His Divine Being, though even so our knowledge is subject to human limitations. He Charateristics of god saying that the person who enters the kingdom of God has learned dependence.
In fact, this is what the writer of Hebrews said: Nothing happens outside of his will. In the context, Christ was trying to teach a Samaritan woman that worship is not a matter of being in Jerusalem at the temple or being in Samaria.
God is gracious, and His grace includes His goodness, kindness, mercy, and love. Listen to John again: Scripture would teach that God is the cause because nothing can happen apart from his sovereignty.
From the very beginning, God showed mercy to man by providing a substitute.
Is Charateristics of god a clockmaker that winds up creation and allows it to continually work on its own? There is a sense in which we need these things to make it in life or society.
It is a matter of the heart, Charateristics of god, and emotions. That is the wonderful thing about God. Listen again to what Paul said to the Athenians: Because God is everywhere at one and the same time, He knows everything simultaneously.
As we look at God, who is unchangeable, this certainly reflects a characteristic which we as humans do not share, for we are always changing. They are like a deer who is desperate for water. God is the first cause of all things but only in such a way that he cannot be blamed for evil.
It was a love that distinguished them from the world. Similarly, Scripture teaches that we are the bride of Christ, and we will be married to God for all eternity cf.
We would never fully know his characteristics of patience, grace, or mercy. It reminds us of his love for us and our dependence upon him. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. Holiness Should Be the Practice of Believers Not only are we saints who are set apart as holy, but we must now seek practical holiness in our daily lives.
Then I realized that it is good and proper for a man to eat and drink, and to find satisfaction in his toilsome labor under the sun during the few days of life God has given him—for this is his lot.
It is because God is a person that we can have an intimate relationship with him. The rich man approaches Jesus about how to inherit eternal life and calls Jesus good.
This is what we call an anthropomorphism. He did not wait for us to clean ourselves up and to ask for forgiveness before he loved us. I saw the LORD sitting on his throne with all the host of heaven standing around him on his right and on his left. Created for His Enjoyment Well, one might ask, why did he create us then if he is independent?
Certainly, we see God changing his mind, but only in accord with his characteristics. In the early church, Ananias and Sapphira were both killed for lying about the profit made from selling their land Acts 5: The writer of Hebrews said this: God declares that he is a jealous God that will share his glory with no one.
When disaster comes to a city, has not the LORD caused it emphasis mine? Listen to Hebrews It was not until sin came into the world that the earth developed its current problems. This again reflects the law of concurrence; there are at least two causes. God is spirit and so we must worship him in spirit.You can use the characteristics of God to help you praise Him.
The following is a list of God's characteristics that you can use to build your vocabulary of praise. Q. What are some of the characteristics of god, say in genesis.
I mean he does so many different things. But what are the most significant is Genesis? Attributes of God - A continued study of God's attributes including love, omnipotence, self-existence, self-sufficiency, justice, immutability, mercy, eternal.
What are some characteristics of God? God Is Spirit.
The first characteristic is that God is spirit. Look at what Christ taught the woman at the well: “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth” (John ). What did Christ mean by “God is spirit”?
He meant that the essence of God, his makeup, is immaterial.
Incommunicable attributes of God are ones that are less shared with us, and communicable attributes are more shared with us. Here is a look from Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem on what it teaches in regards to the characteristics of God.
Question: "What are the attributes of God?" Answer: The Bible, God’s Word, tells us what God is like and what He is not like. Without the authority of the Bible, any attempt to explain God’s attributes would be no better than an opinion, which by itself is often incorrect, especially in.Download


I am honored to introduce to you to Wood family. The co-owners and ranch hands of Covenant ranch.
Mr. & Mrs. are the loving parents of 11 children and owners of Covenant Ranch, and Covenant Ranch Trucking. Mr. Wood prides himself in delivering quality foods across the US while Mrs. Wood deights in helping him.
Jed (23) and Miranda Wood (19) (married August 20th 2011) are enjoying their new life together while planning their future. Jed is employee of Covenant Ranch trucking and a wonderful blessing to his family. Miranda is a sweet young woman that enjoys helping care for the family and blessing others.
Bekah Wood (20) and Jacob Yohn (20) (engaged to be married April 21st 2012) are a sweet young couple in love with the Lord and each other. Bekah enjoys practicing photography, planning her wedding and helping care for the home. Jacob, already part of the family, is a godly young man full of vision and kindness.
Elisha (18) is the ranch foreman and a godly young man seeking God's will in his life. He enjoy spending his time in the Word, studying science, and caring for livestock among many other things that fill his days.
Bethany Joy (16) fills her days with study and helping care for the livestock and family. She enjoys helping her momma, practicing violin and photography and training her horse.
Josiah (14) in few words would be defined as "a visionary". Full to the brim with dreams and hopes for the future with a love of God and justice. He enjoys caring for the garden and milking the sweet Jersey cow in the mornings with his momma and brothers. Josiah hopes to become President one day and until then, open his own line of businesses (a Resturant with organic foods, Made in the USA farm supply shop, etc.)
Zeke (13) is a lively young man and enjoys spending his days working on the farm and planning his future cafe`. He hopes to help Josiah with his businesses but for now helps around the kitchen in his spare time.
Timothy, 12, is our beekeeper. He truly delights in spending time with his hives. He also cares for all our poultry. Timmy would like to have a farm of his own one day and enjoys planning for his future.
Sarah Grace (11) is our little homemaker and spends her day helping momma in the kitchen. She enjoys making meals for her family, gardening and sewing in her spare time.
Sammy, 10 and in the red, enjoys milking our Jersey cow and helping his big brothers. He hopes to grow up one day to do great things for God.
Matthew (8) has big dreams of being a NFL player. Until then, he enjoys playing with his brothers, caring for livestock and dreaming of the future!
This is Daniel Justice, who was born on June 21st 2011, and born through our hearts on July 1st.
Daniel has DMD (Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy) but has been a wondeful blessing to our family since the day he came to us. If you would like to follow Daniel's story and progress please feel free to go to M.O.M., which is Momma Wood's blog.


Saint constantine, was the first christian emperor and saw the empire begin to become a christian state as such this being the case, yup he was his father became the western roman emperor in 305 after his father's death, constantine fought to take power. He concludes brilliantly that, all the difficulties and distinctive qualities of byzantium, all the ambiguity of the 'age of constantine' in church history, result from the primary, initial paradox that the first christian emperor was a christian outside the church, and the church silently but with full sincerity and faith accepted and. According to eusebius of caesarea, a christian scholar of the bible and historian who penned the first biography of constantine shortly after the emperor's death, the night after he had the vision, he had a dream in which christ appeared to him and told him he should use the sign of the cross against his enemies. As constantine contemplated his future, the purpose of his life may have gradually fallen into place, convincing him that he would cast away the old worshiping of roman gods and lead a life of faith as taught by the christian god. Constantine becomes a christian after seeing symbol in the sky constantine's new standard bearing the chi rho which is the first two letters in the name christ edict of milan 313 ad: constantine granted full tolerance to christianity and other religions.
Constantine had gained control of the roman empire, its first christian emperor, and he restored full rights to people of the christian faith with the edict of milan. Constantine sought to unite his kingdom's pagan and christian worshipers, in order to promote stability and ensure that his empire lasted the easiest way to bring harmony would be to blend sun worship and christianity. In the dream his was told that he would win the battle if he fought under the sign of the christian cross the next day he had his soldiers paint crosses on their shields they dominated the battle, defeating maxentius and taking control of rome. Constantine had no power-base in the east from which to mount a bid for the throne - but he had been at nicomedia in 303 when diocletian had decided to purge the roman state of the disloyal christian element.
Constantine had basically no understanding whatsoever of the questions that were being asked in greek theology, says a short history of christian doctrine what he did understand was that religious division was a threat to his empire, and he was determined to solidify his empire. New rome would boast temples to pagan deities (he had kept the old acropolis) and several christian churches hagia irene was one of the first churches commissioned by constantine it would perish during the nika revolts under justinian in 532 ce. The story, or a story, of what happened was told by eusebius of caesarea, a christian biblical scholar and historian who wrote the first biography of constantine soon after the emperor's death he knew constantine well and said he had the story from the emperor himself. Of constantine's early years, we know only that he was born in illyria, a region in the balkans his father, constantius chlorus, was already a roman official on the rise.
Nonetheless, constantine gradually infused his empire's legal structure with significant christian values he made sunday an official day of rest new laws forbade the practice of divination and other magic. Constantine waited until just before his death to be baptized, because he believed that baptism washes away sins, and makes one a christian this was a typical pagan belief found throughout the old world and the new. According to christian writers, constantine was over 40 years old when he finally declared himself a christian he explained to the christians that he believed he owed his successes to the protection of the christian high god alone. Constantine's christian crisis constantine in a letter to the council of arles did confess to being a christian, yet scholars today question that declaration and his overall christian faith this questioning comes from viewing some of his actions throughout the course of his life.
Of constantine's sons the eldest, constantine ii, showed decided leanings to heathenism, and his coins bear many pagan emblems the second and favourite son, constantius, was a more pronounced christian, but it was arian christianity to which he adhered. Constantine's contemporary, the christian historian eusebius, set out to summarise the writings of the new testament in his church history a work written towards the end of constantine's reign he lists the works which are generally acknowledged (church history, 3251), including the four canonical gospels, acts, the epistles. Constantine gained his honorific of the great (μέγας) from christian historians long after he had died, but he could have claimed the title on his military achievements and victories alone he reunited the empire under one emperor, and he won major victories over the franks and alamanni in 306-308, the franks again in 313-314, the. Constantine, after 312 ad began to favor the christian clergy and he began a large scale church building program in rome and elsewhere in his empire he built basilicas and churches, especially in rome. Christianity has long claimed constantine as one of its own yet clear evidence for this is lacking even toward the end of his reign the emperor was open to new philosophical ideas: the pagan sopater of apamea had such influence on him that he was assassinated at the instigation of a christian.
Constantine knew from experience that the great power of the christian message came from the preaching of the resurrection of christ immediately upon assuming the purple, he set about to insidiously undermine and then eliminate this cardinal doctrine. Best answer: he was pagan till he decided he wanted all of the empire, instead of only half - there were 2 emporers at the time, constantine was one he used the christian religion in order to gain more people for his army so he could take over all of rome. Constantine has earned a place in history for many reasons—not least because he brought to an end the persecutions of christians by the pagan roman empire.
The first recorded date of christmas being celebrated on december 25th was in 336, during the time of the roman emperor constantine (he was the first christian roman emperor) a few years later, pope julius i officially declared that the birth of jesus would be celebrated on the 25th december. Constantine may not have been the very man calling himself a christian to take this stance, but he was the most important one to do so, and he created the leading model for legitimizing this. The author eusebius, a constantine apologist, also described the event in life of constantine, which he wrote after constantine's death in 337 according to eusebius, constantine saw a vision of a cross rather than the letters of christ.


The Integrated Worship Service puts the
emphasis upon families worshiping together. This can be accomplished in
several different formats.
We believe the best approach in training children
and youth is through the family as opposed to various autonomous groups.
We are officially a Christian & Missionary Alliance
LCC - A Family-Integrated Church
Founded in April 2004, Legacy Community Church is a
located in Greensboro, NC.
As a Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, each week we
meet to be equipped for ministry through expository preaching,
teaching, and prayer. We pragmatically facilitate this through our
families by holding the father accountable and equipping him
to teach his family the principles that are given on a
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Who is L-E-G-A-C-Y ?
L - Leaders In Our Home
We strive to fulfill the scriptural mandate for the fathers
to be the provider, protector and spiritual leader in our
home. We are committed to loving our wives as Christ loved
the church. Deuteronomy 6, Ephesians 5 & 6.
E - Evangelically Minded
Evangelism is definitely part of our calling. We feel like
our first mission field is the home. A close second is our
family members outside of the immediate family. As relatives
see our lifestyle and see how our children are different
(their discipline and respect, etc.), it is testimony to a
life-changing event. Our families make a wonderful
evangelism tool. Then we teach all our people, and our teens
especially, to look for opportunities to share Christ.
Matthew 5:16, 1 Timothy 6:17, John 15:12
G - Generational Approach To Life
Families are falling apart all around us. The divorce rate
is at an all time high. The birth rate has plummeted to an
all time low. Children lack discipline and self control, and
are falling away from the faith at rates of up to 85%! At
Legacy Community Church, we believe the answer is simple,
return to the Deuteronomy model of living and teaching our
children God's Word. Deuteronomy 6, Psalms 78:5-8
A - Accountable to Others
We must accept our responsibilities to grow in Christ, to
attend regularly, to seek to use our gifts in the church, to
support the church financially, to be accountable in
doctrine and conduct, and to submit to the leadership and
the scriptural authority of the elders. Ephesians
4:11-13, Colossians 3:5-25, Matthew 8:15, Romans 12
C - Covenental Community
We desire a true "covennantal community" as seen after
Pentecost. In the covenantal approach, if one family is
having a baby - then we are all having a baby. When someone
is sick, we take care of each other. When you are on
vacation, we are watching your house. When a tree falls in
your yard, the men come to cut it up - because it is "our"
yard. Acts 2:42-46, I John 3:17
Y - Yoked Together
One of the keys to Legacy is church unity. By unity of the
body, I mean that we are likeminded, unified in both our
faith in God, love for each other, and in our approach to
living the Christian life together. Philippians 1:27
2:2-3, Ephesians 4:13
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who desire to serve Christ in a body of believers, where
success is measured in how families are strengthened to
better serve Christ, not in the size of the membership or in
the amount of giving. We welcome people of all races
and, religious backgrounds who claim Jesus Christ as their
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Law of attraction book:Conversations with God, Part One
Law of attraction author: Neale Donald Walsch
Law of attraction book summary writer:Mollie Player
This law of attraction book’s particular appeal:
Do I dare attempt to summarize the appeal of this book in a single paragraph? I suppose I do. This book bridges the gap between Christianity and New Thought spirituality. Then it burns that bridge.
This law of attraction book’s essence:
God speaks to us. We just need to listen. And one day, that is just what Neale Donald Walsch did. The resulting conversation was this book and the others in this series. They speak of grace, love, compassion, truth and, of course, the law of attraction.
A selection of awesome quotes attributed to God in this law of attraction book:
- Mine is always your Highest Thought, your Clearest Word, your Grandest Feeling. Anything less is from another source.
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The Church of St. Elizabeth of Hungary was founded by immigrants from Slovakia, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The first Mass was celebrated on April 26, 1891 in the basement of St. Bridget's Church on 8th Street and Avenue B. The parish was formally incorporated on November 25, 1891. The church was first built at 345 East 4th Street, and the first Mass in the new building was celebrated on August 7, 1892. In the early decades of the church's life, there was a constantly changing series of pastors and priests. True stability for the immigrant parish was guaranteed by its lay leaders.
As the people of the parish began to move out of the Lower East Side, it became necessary to relocate the church. The pastor and trustees found and bought a Lutheran church on East 83rd Street. The new parish church was established on June 7, 1917. It was blessed by a representative of the Archbishop of New York on May 30, 1918. After extensive renovations and the purchase of the rectory, the church was blessed by Cardinal Hayes on November 8, 1928.
If the early years of St. Elizabeth's was marked by instability, at least in terms of its pastors, after the move to 83rd Street, it has enjoyed great stability. There have been only four pastors: Msgr. Alexander Butkowsky, Msgr. Andrew Dzijacky, Msgr. Andrew Dvoracky, and Msgr. Patrick McCahill.
Because of its dwindling Slovak population, Terence Cardinal Cooke designated St. Elizabeth's as the church for the Deaf Catholics of New York on July 1, 1980. It became a favorite of Cardinal Cooke's successor, Cardinal John O'Connor, who celebrated Mass here almost every year for the Deaf people of New York. Before his death in 2000, Cardinal O'Connor celebrated his final Eucharist outside of St. Patrick's Cathedral here at St. Elizabeth's.
St. Elizabeth's is a lovely church; and in the midst of the cacophony of Manhattan, it provides a haven for quiet reflection, peaceful prayer and an intimate setting for liturgical celebrations.
Some copies of the centennial history of the parish are still available on