2 edition of Essays in ministry. found in the catalog.
Essays in ministry.
Fund for Theological Education
|Statement||[Edited by Walter D. Wagoner, C. Shelby Rooks and Robert P. Montgomery]|
|Contributions||Wagoner, Walter Dray, 1918- joint ed|
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To end my note I need to tell you a short story that pastor Turneh
Woldeselassie shared in the surmon on Sabbath in Addis Abeba. He just finished 4
weeks of meetings and 23 people were baptized. They have started to translate
the surmons into English because there are so many members from other African
countries that need it. Pastor Turneh felt it a little difficult to av an
'interruptor' as they somethime call a interpreter. So he told the following
story. 'In olden days many missionaries came from abroad to preach the gospel in
Ethiopia. (Now they need missionaries from us in Europe and America, he said)
But one time there was an American missionary. The Ethiopian translator was not
so very well versed in English and struggled some. After a while the missionary
started to preach about stars. And when he mentioned gallaxies and stuff, the
translator got lost. So he said to the congregation: Now the missionary has gone
to heaven, but if you just sit quietly and patiently and wait, I will tell you
what he has said when he returns to earth.' We all had a good laugh.
How lovely it would be if we could, in a matter of fact way, believe that the preacher had really gone to heaven for a while...I'm just thinking.


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Height: 47 meters.
The temple stands on a hill and fits well into the surrounding landscape. Svyato-Voznesensky Cathedral is the main temple of the Ascension, a small St. Basil’s Cathedral and the bell tower with twelve bells. On the outside, the south wall of the main temple – mosaic icon of the Mother of God “The Sign” on the north wall – “Holy Face” on the altar wall – Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God.
The temple is a wide stone staircase. The cathedral is surrounded by a great enclosure, it gives the church a noble and a finished look. Metal grating in strict classical style and white concrete structures in harmony with the monumental Cathedral.
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In 2001, at the initiative of the Armenian Association of the European North in front of the cathedral is set khachkar (cross-stone) in honor of the 1700-years Christianity in Armenia as a state religion. Khachkar is a flat rectangular stone with a cross, as a symbol of the Tree of Life.
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Welcome to the website for All Souls Parish, North Warwickshire
PRAYER FOR UKRAINE:
God of peace and justice, We pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. AMEN
Archbishops Justin Welby and Stephen Cottrell
The Parish of All Souls is a wide and varied parish of 6 villages, with five church buildings and three C of E primary schools and a total of almost 3,800 parishioners. We are led by our Rector - Revd Joanne Dyer.
We would be delighted to welcome you to all or any of our activities - There is something for everyone and you are guaranteed a warm welcome wherever you choose to join us.
Services differ in style - we have traditional services, and these are the earlier morning and the evening services across the parish but we also have a family friendly, more informal service using a band to lead worship at our 10.30 services (either Warton or Austrey) and during term time we also offer, on a monthly basis, Soul Cafe which is a 'cafe style' worship, including puppets and lots of interaction (fun for all ages) held at one of our schools in the parish. A different one each term! There are more details under 'Festivals and more'
We hope you enjoy your visit to our website and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions , prayer requests or simply need or wish to offer, help in any way - you are very welcome.
If you have any questions or enquiries, please contact your churchwarden or the PCC Secretary Alison Meredith (Tel: 01827 892796)
Upcoming Services: Please note that we have changed the pattern of services.
Sunday 5th June 8.30 Holy communion - Austrey (Pentecost)
Sunday 12th June 8.30 Holy communion - Newton Regis
10.30 Family Worship - Warton
6.00 Evening Prayer - Seckington
Sunday 19th June 10.30 Family Worship - Austrey
6.00 Holy Communion - Newton Regis
Sunday 26th June 8.30 Holy Communion (BCP) - Warton
10.30 Family Service with Baptism - Seckington
6.00 Evening Prayer - Shuttington
Sunday July 3rd 8.30 Holy Communion - Austrey
10.30 Family Worship - Newton Regis
6.30 Evening Prayer - Warton
Please scroll down to the bottom of the page for further details re 'Church and Chat'
Current COVID precautions for Parish of All souls:- Key changes are- It is no longer mandated by law that we are required to wear face coverings - however, should you wish to wear face coverings then, please feel very welcome to do so. We are now able to participate fully in all services including being able to stand and sing. We are currently remaining seated during The Peace and we are moving forward to the steps to receive communion- hand sanitiser remains in use at the beginning of the service- we are now serving tea and coffee after services where there is a 'kitchen' For the full details click HERE
We are THRILLED to be announcing the start of TWO new projects for the Autumn 2022.
Please click on the APRIL newsletter below for some further information - or better still get in touch and join us on a new journey by encouraging your kids
BIBLE VERSE FOR JUNE
"The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. God is close to those who trust in Him."
Nahum1 verse 7
For information regarding our Safeguarding policy please click HERE
Archbishop Justin Welby has launched a free call line to hear songs of worship - 0800 804 8044. Click here for further details.
Parish Cycle Ride -
Next ride will be Saturday 5th June 2022 (weather permitting)
All are welcome! Easy paced and relaxing.
Some musing on cycling and life!
There are many reasons that people ride a bicycle, from the love of fresh air, to the need for speed and everything in between and also, some ride to find contentment. Some ride mountain bikes, hybrids, ride road bikes and some all types… but many of us who love cycling just like to be on two wheels.
Sometimes, as in life, things go wrong or to keep with the cycling analogy, the wheels come off! Is this a time to give up or is this a time to dig deep and find your inner strength and to grasp the challenge ahead of you? I can’t answer for anyone, but I do know this: When the challenges of life (and cycling) appear too large and overwhelming, the greatest help we can have is in Jesus. He says “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11 v 28-30). So why not reach out to Jesus when you are finding it tough to work your way through difficult times (or actually, just why not anyway?) and remember that Jesus is always there for you, His promise is for anyone, young, old or in-between. I know that doing this for me has given me a whole new perspective on life, a sense of belonging and also a peace I wouldn’t otherwise experience
Church and Chat (mid week service)
All Souls will be hosting a new event - 'Church and Chat' from 10-11.30am held in Shuttington and Alvecote Village Hall every ALTERNATE month - starting in May 2022.
It will involve a short service, after which there will be time to stay and chat over coffee.
ALL ARE WELCOME
The OPEN DOOR lunch club is making a very welcome return and is back in business. It will be held on the First and Third Thursday's of the month between 12noon and 2pm in Warton Parish rooms. Come and join us and enjoy a 2 course meal for just £5.
EXTRA VOLUNTEERS are also needed to help on the day itself. If you can spare an hour or two, please contact Pat Savage on 07791653910
Crosslinks - our mission partners
Crosslinks are celebrating their centenary year. Click on the image to be taken to their webpage
Church Giving -
Part of our church giving that we receive is gifted to Bethesda Leprosy Hospital -If you want to read the latest update click HERE
Our COVID-19 statement can be found by clicking here and there are helpful resources that can be found by clicking on the Resources for prayer and worship 'tab' above.


We have a large team of Deacons who provide pastoral support and assist with the smooth day to day running of the church.
Rev. Chris Upton
Chris has been the minister since 2000, when he came to West Lane as a student in training. He is always reading and trying to wrestle with what it means to follow Christ authentically in today’s world.
Chris can usually be found in the office attached to the church on on 07976 287117.


I'm sorry but I have to say it. What a hypocrite the pope is. He talks about "building walls is not Christian" yet this is the wall surrounding the Vatican.
Mr Francis...tear down that wall!
If he could vote how much would you like to bet it would be for Sanders?
Here's how the fight between Pope Francis and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is playing out.
Hours after praying for Mexican migrants who died trying to reach the United States, Pope Francis singled out Donald Trump, telling reporters aboard the papal plane that anybody who wants to build border walls "is not Christian."
For starters, they're NOT "migrants". They're illegals. They always like to convolute the two.
"A person who thinks only about building walls — wherever they may be — and not building bridges, is not Christian," Francis said Thursday, according to a translation from the Associated Press. "This is not in the Gospel."
He added: "I'd just say that this man is not Christian if he said it this way."
This coming from the guy who lives in a private enclave protected by walls of epic proportion.
Pope Francis said Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is "not Christian" because of his views on immigration Feb. 18. Pope Francis was speaking to reporters on his way back to Rome from Mexico. (Reuters)
According to ABC News, the Pope's criticism of Trump was prompted by a reporter who asked: "Can a good Catholic vote for this man?" ABC's account notes that the Pope demurred on that aspect of the question, by saying:
"About whether I would advise to vote or not to vote, I am not going to get involved in that. I say only that this man is not Christian if he said things like that. We must see if he said things in that way and in this I give the benefit of the doubt."
You'll be shocked to hear that this restraint did not cause Trump to temper his response in the slightest. Trump's statement is worth quoting in full:
If and when the Vatican is attacked by ISIS, which as everyone knows is ISIS's ultimate trophy, I can promise you that the Pope would have only wished and prayed that Donald Trump would have been President because this would not have happened. ISIS would have been eradicated unlike what is happening now with our all talk, no action politicians.
The Mexican government and its leadership has made many disparaging remarks about me to the Pope, because they want to continue to rip off the United States, both on trade and at the border, and they understand I am totally wise to them. The Pope only heard one side of the story — he didn't see the crime, the drug trafficking and the negative economic impact the current policies have on the United States. He doesn't see how Mexican leadership is outsmarting President Obama and our leadership in every aspect of negotiation.
For a religious leader to question a person's faith is disgraceful. I am proud to be a Christian and as President I will not allow Christianity to be consistently attacked and weakened, unlike what is happening now, with our current President. No leader, especially a religious leader, should have the right to question another man's religion or faith. They are using the Pope as a pawn and they should be ashamed of themselves for doing so, especially when so many lives are involved and when illegal immigration is so rampant.
After Pope Francis suggested Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is "not Christian," Trump told a rally in Kiawah Island, S.C. that the Mexican government manipulated the pope, calling the religious leader's statement "disgraceful." (Reuters)
The only slight tweak to Trump's storyline on display here is that he merely said the Pope was an unwitting victim of this scam, rather than suggesting that he is one of the elites who is actively complicit in it, either through corruption or weakness or stupidity (though arguably Trump did hint at the possibility of the latter two).
Oh, and for good measure, in his reply to the Pope, Trump also managed to reiterate his oft-repeated vow to Make Christianity Great Again.


The reason behind Ex-Pope Benedict XVI resignition
First the story began with this headline in the news
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Second the Vatican requesting
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Third the pope resigns
Ex-pope Benedict says God told him to resign during ‘mystical experience’ Pope Francis’s predecessor breaks silence to contradict explanation he gave to cardinals when he stepped down
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the book contains the Gospel of Barnabas – a disciple of Christ – which shows that Jesus was not crucified, nor was he the son of God, but a Prophet.
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Discovered and kept secret in the year 2000, the book contains the Gospel of Barnabas – a disciple of Christ – which shows that Jesus was not crucified, nor was he the son of God, but a Prophet. The book also calls Apostle Paul “The Impostor”. The book also claims that Jesus ascended to heaven alive, and that Judas Iscariot was crucified in his place.
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Juliette is not only where my church is, but it is also where my home is. These have been some of the most exciting days that I have experienced in ministry of late. Not only has the Lord been working in my life and the lives of those in my family, and those around us, we are on the verge of witnessing transformational community change… In the last few years we have seen literally hundreds upon hundreds of individual lives changed and now are excited for what the Lord is doing, and is going to do, here at Juliette Baptist Church.
The Lord has blessed us with wonderful people, adequate facilities, and the common goals to live on mission with God, grow spiritually, and to tell as many people as possible about Jesus Christ and the new life that can be experienced through knowing Him. I have a fundamental core belief that the Christian life is one of integrity that begins with the individual, then the home, and then the church. Our churches will be reflections of who we are and what our homes are.
We want to serve you as part of our community. Our desire is to let you know that you are always welcome at Juliette Baptist Church and that you have an open invitation to worship with us at any time. We will make ourselves available to serve you.
Jeff Lewis (JJ)
Brother Jeff Lewis is the pastor of Juliette Baptist Church, located in Juliette, Georgia. Many know Brother Jeff as “JJ.” Pastor Jeff has preached all over the United States and has worked with many churches, ministries, organizations, and even governmental entities all over the globe. Pastor Jeff preaches with passion and teaches as he preaches through an exegetical expository style where all people can understand.
Pastor Jeff is currently working toward a doctorate degree and has an earned master’s degree with an emphasis in pastoral ministry from Temple Baptist Seminary, a Master of the Arts in Organizational Leadership from Piedmont International University, and completed his undergrad degree at Tennessee Temple University in Chattanooga, Tn.
Pastor Jeff and his wife Tracy minister together as a team and they live in Juliette, Georgia with three of their children, a weenie dog, and a cat.
You can find out more about Pastor Jeff at www.jjlewis.org


1 The sayings of Agur son of Jakeh—an inspired utterance.
This man’s utterance to Ithiel:
“I am weary, God,
but I can prevail.[a]
2 Surely I am only a brute, not a man;
I do not have human understanding.
3 I have not learned wisdom,
nor have I attained to the knowledge of the Holy One.
4 Who has gone up to heaven and come down?
Whose hands have gathered up the wind?
Who has wrapped up the waters in a cloak?
Who has established all the ends of the earth?
What is his name, and what is the name of his son?
Surely you know!
Which verse dose it stand out for you today?
(just write the verse # and your name)
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A rich music ministry has long been a central focus of our life together at TPC. Our Chancel Choir, led by Kibsaim Escarcega, and accompanied by our organist, Dr. Dennis Siebenaler, is a deeply committed group of singers who express their faith through music and as members of Christ’s body. Our mission style sanctuary is graced by a 53-rank Wicks pipe organ. Our music ministry includes choirs for all ages as well as a handbell choir for children and adults.
Our worship services are fresh and carefully crafted so that anthems, hymns, scripture passages and preaching all work together to enhance one another. The music in our Sunday morning worship services is normally based on the scriptures designated for that Sunday. The Chancel Choir leads us in worship every Sunday morning. Several times each year the Handbell Choir also presents music during the worship services.
Special music programs are also presented each year. These have included: MASS IN B-FLAT by Haydn, Bach’s Cantata, BWV 106 “Gottes Zeit Ist die Allerbeste Zeit” (God’s Time Is the Best Time of All), Mozart’s REQUIEM, the REQUIEM by Gabriel Fauré, and MISSA BREVIS by Zoltán Kodály. At Easter, there is special music with organ and instrumentalists. A highlight of the year is a Christmas concert featuring all of the groups and individuals who take part in the TPC Music Ministry.
The Chancel Choir has a wonderful time as we make music together and help to lead the TPC congregation in worship. In addition to the regular music each Sunday morning, we perform special music for All Saints’ Sunday, Christmas Eve, and Easter. Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join. No experience is necessary. Yes … it IS hard work … learning all those notes, giving up every Thursday evening and Sunday morning, sometimes leaving your family for a special rehearsal (which doesn’t happen very often), or getting up from the dinner table on Christmas Eve to get to an 8:00 p.m. warm-up rehearsal before the 9:00 p.m. service. Many of our singers have done that for over 30 years … some with very young children! So … if THEY can do it, YOU can do it too!
The audition is simple. If you can find the Choir Room … you’ve made it! If you can’t devote the time… well… there are many other activities at TPC to choose from … you’ll find something.
If you have any questions about the Chancel Choir, please call Kibsaim Escarcega at the church…… 714-544-7070, ext.109.


We all love a good story.
A story is what helps us make connections with current times and past events. In Jesus’ ministry, He used stories called parables to help communicate what the Kingdom of God would look like.
Why a parable?
Why not just tell them in a straightforward way?
Could it be that he told these stories so that some would be blind to the information?
This series we’ll be looking at a few of the parables Jesus communicated and see if we can’t decrypted the meaning!
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Pope Francis says the abuses Indigenous Peoples faced while being forced to attend residential schools amounted to genocide.
The pontiff made the comment while speaking to reporters on a flight back to Rome following his six-day tour of Canada.
Francis apologized multiple times throughout the week for abuses, cultural assimilation and colonization that Indigenous Peoples were subjected to by some members of the church.
Some Indigenous people said they were disappointed that during his visit, the Pope did not name the crimes and abuses that students and survivors faced.
The Pope says he didn’t think to use the word genocide during his trip, calling it a technical term.
He says he instead choose to describe the church and Canadian government’s attempts at eradicating culture and tradition.
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1. Tithe is another form of indulgence in the church – like purgatory and simony in the 15th century before the reformers.
2. Tithe in the church is extortion. It is a SCAM. We will understand when the market women fall in because they are uneducated and cannot read and understand the Bible. What we do not understand is how the educated ones fall in also, maybe they are bewitched (Galatians 3:1)
3. Tithe in the church is deception from the pit of hell.
4. Tithe is one of the 613 laws (Hebrews 7:5) in the Old Testament that Christians are freed from (Galatians 3:13). Let no one deceives you that tithe is not one of the laws. Jesus also refers to tithe as one of the laws in Matthew 23:23 when He was talking to the scribes and the Pharisees who are under the law (1 Corinthians 9:20) about their religion. But Christ had redeemed us from the curse of the laws (Galatians 3:13) and that includes Malachi 3:9. And Let no one deceives you with Genesis 14:20. Abraham did not give a tenth of money. Abraham did not give a tenth of his personal wealth though he had so much wealth. Abraham gave a tenth only once in a lifetime. Abraham only gave a tenth of spoils from war once in a lifetime to Melchizedek. It was never a regular practice as the brethren are told today in those churches. So, the tenth Abraham gave is different from the tithe in the church today. The tithe in the church today is what we are talking about and not the tenth of Abraham.
5. Tithe brings condemnation to those Christians that tithe because it brings them under the law. The law brings condemnation and that is the reason Jesus came to become the end of the law for us that believeth (Romans 10:3-4). And it is freedom from the laws that gave us adoption as sons (Galatians 4:5).
6. Those Christians that tithe are actually the ones under the curse of the law because they cannot continue in all the laws to do them (Galatians 3:10).
7. Tithe contradicts the work of Christ as a gift. It makes salvation not free anymore. Common sense, do you not know that when an obligatory percentage is attached to an appreciation for a gift, it becomes a payment. That so-called gift is not a gift anymore. But salvation is a gift, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God” (Ephesians 2:8). And Jesus says it is finished in John 19:30. So, if it is a gift and it is finished, nothing of yours is needed. And Colossians 2:10 says we are complete in Jesus.
8. Tithe was never done with money in the Bible. It was only done with farm produce. You should agree with me that no one should have the right to change the Bible (Revelation 22:18-19). So, if people should tithe, they should use farm produce and not money. God warned against the use of money for tithing in Deuteronomy 14:22-29. Let no one deceives you that that time was an agricultural economy, and this time is a money economy. Money was first mentioned in the Bible as far as Genesis chapter 17.
9. Tithe brings a lack of commitment. It makes the tither thinks and concludes that he has done so much by bringing 10 per cent. What is 10 per cent? You will agree with me that 10 per cent is not any commitment. 10 per cent is too small for Christians to give. People sacrifice their lives for the gospel in the New Testament. The tithers are bragging over 10 per cent. What is 10 per cent compared to what Christ did for you? What is 10 per cent compared to eternity with Christ? Try 20 per cent. Try 50 per cent. Try 100 per cent. But freely.
10. Tithe brings greed and false churches like what we see today. Remove tithe and see the true churches of Jesus. Remove tithe and see the true men of God.
11. It is the gospel of mammon, the gospel of money. It takes people attention from God and brings it towards money. Have you not heard the testimony of the tither before, how all the glory is giving to their effort and their money? Because they are tithing – that simply implies because of their 10 per cent, because of their money, because of their effort. What about the mercy of God? What about God? The reality is that tithe does not make any tither richer. If it makes them richer, Dangote, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gate, Mark Zuckerberg, Michael Page, and Jack Ma Yun of Alibaba should have been their house boys. Maybe Dangote, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gate, Mark Zuckerberg, Michael Page, and Jack Ma Yun of Alibaba do not even tithe. If Dangote, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gate, Mark Zuckerberg, Michael Page, and Jack Ma Yun of Alibaba do not tithe and they are as rich as they are today, meaning the God of the tither is unfair or he is weak. The tither ends up working for the unbelievers. Tithe only makes the receiver or the collector richer. I do not want to mention names. You know them. They build schools that your children cannot attend except the children of occult men and politicians. Apostle Paul called the tither foolish in Galatians 3:1-3 because they have gone back again to the law after being set freed by the Lord Jesus Christ.
12. Jesus did not preach tithe and none of the early apostles did. Jesus did not collect a tithe from anyone and none of the early apostles did. Let no one deceives you with Matthew 23:23. You are neither a scribe nor a pharisee. You are not a hypocrite. Jesus was talking to the scribes and the Pharisees - who are under the laws (1 Corinthians 9:20) - about their religion (Judaism) and Jesus says woe to them. Jesus was not talking to the Christians. Jesus would have faced Peter, James, John, and His other disciples if He was talking to the Christians. Jesus says in Luke 18:10-14 that the publican who does not tithe goes home justified instead of the Pharisee that tithe. The Pharisee tithes in their religion but the Christians do not tithe instead we look up to Jesus who is the author and the finisher of our faith and accept His righteousness by faith. The Pharisees are ignorant of God's righteousness, and they go about establishing their own righteousness, they have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God (Romans 10:3). But Jesus Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to we Christians that believeth (Romans 10:4). Christians only give free will offering (Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8; Matthew 10:8; 1 Corinthians 16:1-3; Malachi 1:11).


Thank you for stopping by. As always it is a privilege to have you here. I would like you to get a cup of coffee, relax on the sofa and kick your feet up as we dig into the Word of God.
As a Christian after salvation and baptism, one of the biggest challenges we face is hearing from God. Not because He’s not speaking but because we need to learn to have ears that hear. Math 11:15, Mark4:9. How do we develop ears that hear and why?
Let’s first answer why. Let’s face it, once we’re saved the questions then become, who am I? And, what am I called to do or what am I created for? Why am I here? These questions or rather the answers to these questions are what point us to our purpose. The answers to these questions may determine what we do for the rest of our lives. And the only way to know the answers to these questions is by seeking the One with the answers, Jesus.
When it comes to building character the Bible is the best and sole place for instruction. If you need direction on patience 1Thes5:4, James5:7-8, hope Heb. 6:11, 10-20, perseverance Romans 5:3-4, 2Cor 12:12. Don’t lie, steal, and commit adultery or murder Math 19:18. Be loving, patient, kind, selfless, do not boast and keep no record of wrongs 1Cor 13, Gal5:22-23.
What about the questions that aren’t so obvious? Such as, what am I called to do? Ephesians 4:11-16 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, […]16by which every part does its share, causes growth of the body for the edifying of itself in love. To know the answers to these questions we need to seek and ask Him. Deut. 4:29, Jer. 29:13, Math7:7. And as we are seeking and asking Him, how can we know we have heard from Him? That’s the big one, how can we know we have heard from God?
One good way is to keep a journal. This has been very helpful for me. I keep a journal of things the Lord has said to me. This is a format I use:
In this journal I write
1. What the Lord said to me.
2. I ask for confirmation from His word.
3. I seek personal trusted godly counsel.
4. Lastly I write down what happens and compare it to the confirmation from His word and from godly people. The reasons I do this are that I am looking for consistency in my ability to hear and I am continually developing listening ears.
The best way to hear the voice of God is practice.
Thank you for joining me on this journey through hearing and listening to the voice of God. My prayer is that this has been helpful and encouraging to you. You are welcome to leave comments as well as insight on what helps you know you hear the Lord.
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Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Mother Teresa of Calcutta (1910-1997 ) was an Albanian-born Roman Catholic nun. She founded the Missionaries of Charity, a religious order of nuns in Calcutta, India, in 1948 through which she she dedicated her life to helping the poor, the sick, and the dying around the world.
Born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, she entered the Order of the Sisters of Our Lady of Loreto in Ireland at the age of 18. She trained in Dublin and Darjiling (Darjeeling), India, before taking her religious vows in 1937. While serving as principal of a Roman Catholic high school in Calcutta, she was moved by the presence of the sick and dying on the city's streets. In 1948, she was granted permission to leave her post at the convent and begin a ministry among the sick.
In 1950 Mother Teresa and her associates were approved within the archdiocese of Calcutta as the Missionaries of Charity. Later the order was recognized as a pontifical congregation under the jurisdiction of Rome.
In 1952 Mother Teresa opened the Nirmal Hriday (Pure Heart) Home for Dying Destitutes in Calcutta. Subsequently she extended her work worldwide. In recognition of her efforts she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
Declining health forced her to slow down in 1990. She died of a heart attack on Sept. 5, 1997 at the age of 87.
Mother Teresa : A Complete Authorized Biography by Kathryn Spink


Sacred words spoken
Two become one
A beacon of light
Shining in the darkest times
Lighting the way
The parish church of St. Etheldreda (also known as St. Audries) is situated on the outskirts of the village, close to the village hall and the wedding centre (formerly the Manor House), which provides the church with a fair number of weddings and blessings.
23 thoughts on “St Audries”
Very nice use of the lighting on the church. How long did you set the exposure for this shot?
HI Allen I Had it set on 15 Seconds F9 and ISO 100
I took a few at all different times but liked this one the best.
Thank You Lisa
I agree, lovely lighting, beautiful village church.
This is one amazing shot , Mike. Absolutely dreamy capture. And that church is so beautiful.
Thank you Archita that is a very kind comment
Beautiful night capture, well done Mike.
Nice composition and light.
Thank You Much appreciated
Love this Mike. The lighting is very effective 🙂
Love the placement of the grass in the foreground. It makes the image really vivid.
Beautiful timing shot dear
how much time did you set for this
Thank you your kind words
thank you dear
okay dear very nice
Beautifully captured! Great work!
Thank you Andrew much appreciated
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Beginning in September, Luther Point is inviting your congregation to take advantage of our new congregational ministry team, IMPACT 365. The team will provide numerous year-round opportunities for youth and families to experience the fun and excitement of camp beyond the summer months. Whether we come to you or you come to us, IMPACT 365 will provide meaningful and engaging ministry events, such as retreats, lock-ins, and worships. But the list doesn’t stop there! If your congregation has other exciting ideas for the IMPACT 365 team, we are open to all possibilities!
Are you looking for an engaging, challenging internship? Consider joining the IMPACT 365 team! There are still positions available. Click here for more employment information.
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What are the reasons why evangelism is important? Evangelism, the act of sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, holds great significance for believers around the world. It is a vital component of the Christian faith and plays a crucial role in the lives of individuals, communities, and society as a whole. In this article, we will explore the reasons why evangelism is important and how it impacts our lives in profound ways.
1. Sharing the Message of Hope
At its core, evangelism is about sharing the message of hope and salvation found in Jesus Christ. It offers individuals the opportunity to hear and respond to the life-transforming truth of the Gospel. Through evangelism, people discover that they are not alone in their struggles and have a chance to experience the love and forgiveness of God.
2. Fulfilling the Great Commission
Jesus, before ascending to Heaven, commanded His disciples to go into all the world and make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19-20). This command, known as the Great Commission, is a call to every believer to actively engage in evangelism. By sharing the good news, we obey this divine mandate and fulfill our purpose as followers of Christ.
3. Expressing God’s Love
Evangelism is an expression of God’s love for humanity. By reaching out to others and sharing the hope of the Gospel, we reflect God’s heart for the lost and broken. It allows us to demonstrate compassion, kindness, and empathy towards those who are searching for meaning and purpose in life.
4. Bringing Transformation
Evangelism has the power to bring about transformation in individuals, families, and communities. As people encounter the love of God through the Gospel, their lives are changed in remarkable ways. They experience healing, restoration, and receive a new identity as children of God. This transformation extends beyond the personal level and has the potential to impact societies on a larger scale.
5. Inviting Others to Experience God’s Grace
Evangelism provides opportunities for people to personally encounter the grace and mercy of God. It is an invitation to enter into a relationship with the Creator of the universe and receive the gift of eternal life. By sharing our faith, we extend this invitation to others, offering them the chance to experience the incredible love that God has for each and every one of us.
6. Building Stronger Communities
Engaging in evangelism helps build stronger and more connected communities. As believers come together to share the Gospel, they form bonds of unity and support. By actively living out their faith, they become a positive force for change, promoting unity, justice, and love within their communities.
7. Countering Spiritual Hunger
In a world filled with spiritual hunger and emptiness, evangelism offers the nourishing message of hope and purpose. It provides answers to life’s most profound questions and satisfies the deep longing within the human heart. Through evangelism, we address the spiritual needs of individuals and help them find true fulfillment in a relationship with God.
8. Strengthening Personal Faith
Engaging in evangelism has a profound impact on our personal faith. It deepens our understanding of Scripture, our reliance on prayer, and our dependence on the Holy Spirit. Sharing our faith with others also strengthens our own convictions and reminds us of the goodness and faithfulness of God.
9. Embracing the Great Adventure
Evangelism is not a task to be completed but a lifelong adventure to be embraced. As followers of Christ, we are called to share the good news wherever we go, whether it be in our neighborhoods, workplaces, or even across borders. Engaging in evangelism allows us to step out of our comfort zones, grow in faith, and experience the joy of seeing lives transformed by the power of the Gospel.
10. Leaving a Legacy
Lastly, evangelism enables us to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. By sharing our faith and investing in the lives of others, we contribute to the growth and expansion of God’s kingdom on Earth. The impact of our evangelistic efforts extends far beyond our own lifetime, as the seeds we plant today have the potential to bear fruit for generations to come.
In conclusion, evangelism is important for a multitude of reasons. It allows us to share the hope, love, and transformation that can be found in Jesus Christ. By fulfilling the Great Commission, expressing God’s love, and building stronger communities, we make a positive impact on individuals and society. Engaging in evangelism strengthens our personal faith, satisfies spiritual hunger, and embraces the adventure of sharing the Gospel. Ultimately, evangelism provides us with the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and participate in God’s redemptive work in the world. Therefore, let us embrace the call to evangelism and make a difference in the lives of those around us.


Catalan Romanesque painting and the Eucharistic liturgy: Theophanies, Crucifixions and Virgins with the Child
Keywords:Romanesque, Painting, Spain, Catalonia, liturgy, Eucharist, theophany, Crucifixion, Madonna and Child, seraphs, cherubs
The Romanesque mural paintings from the current territory of Catalonia, including its northern margins, display a will to emphasize the celebration of the Eucharist and its relationship with the heavenly liturgy. Multiple connections have been established through themes generally interpreted in this sense, such as the Lamb and the Sacrifice of Abel, but also through the three divine images that can be qualified as canonical. The enthroned Christ exercises his function as high priest of this heavenly liturgy while his court performs gestures or actions echoing the celebration of the mass: the seraphim, the cherubim and presumably the Living Ones and the Elders of the Apocalypse are singing the Sanctus, the advocate archangels transmit to God the prayer of the Pater Noster, other angels incense the oblates that have been placed on the altar during the offertory and the seraphim of Àneu is giving communion. The Crucifixion refers to the daily reiteration of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross and his tormented body corresponds to the consecrated bread and wine, as does the Child in his mother’s lap. Finally, the Virgin often wears a chasuble to present this divine Body or to hold a chalice, as does the officiant when he raises the consecrated bread and wine, while the Magi echo the offertory procession.
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The Huffington Post reports:
"Earlier this year, some of those allegations surfaced on YouTube where Bishop Eddie Long made an appeal to Taylor to return money to members of his 25,000-member Atlanta mega church, New Birth Missionary Baptist, who had invested money through City Capital Corp., the company for which Taylor previously served as CEO.What's left to say except....shame on you Ephrem.
According to the Associated Press, Taylor visited the church in 2009 and held a financial seminar supported by Long, and promised church members that he would invest their money in "can't-miss real estate rather than take a risk on Wall Street."
Ten members of New Birth Missionary Baptist are now suing Taylor, the bishop and the church, claiming that Long abused his position and "coerced" his parishioners into investing at least $1 million in Taylor's fund in late 2009.
Taylor is also accused of wire fraud, interstate transportation of stolen property, money laundering, racketeering, violations of the RICO Act and a number of other serious violations, according to the action filed in North Carolina."
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Pentecost Sunday 24th May 2015.
Today’s Gospel shows us that even in those difficult times, there is always hope. Jesus came and stood amongst the
disciples even though the doors were firmly closed. The peace that he gives them (Shalom) has much more significant
meaning than we first think. It is not simply a good wish. The peace Jesus offers is a peace that this world cannot offer.
It is a peace that comes from a loving relationship with God; a peace of body, of mind and of spirit. Jesus is asking the
disciples to be an unending witness to God’s love. They (and we) must be for others what Jesus has been for them.
Reflection on Sunday Gospel Readings - by Don Fabio Rosini, broadcast on Vatican Radio. Translated by Kieran Troy, Newtown, Rahan
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Lynally Mass and Gathering Oct. 2014
Since 2007 a small number of parishioner, mainly from Lynally gathers for Mass or Rosary at the ruins of the old monastic church in and around the end of Sept. (Sept 26th is thought to be the Feastday of St Colman). Bad weather often kept people away but this year we were blessed with one of the loveliest evenings. It was sheer mystical and the setting sun shone across the 40/50 people who turned up to honour those who were buried in this cemetery. Those present were in no hurry to go home but lingered and chatted to one another for a long time after Mass. Once again thanks to Mattie Mooney and the Mooney Family for facilitating us each year for this event. But it is disappointing that the Council is no longer cutting the grass in this graveyard and if OPW does not act soon the walls of the old Monastery will come toppling down with the weight of ivy. And what a shame that would be. Can anyone champion the cause of LYNALLY. Please.
Dates to Remember
Confirmation for our Class 6s in both Schools - Sunday 19th April, 2015 at 1pm.
First Holy Communion Killina –Saturday May 9, 2015. First Holy Communion Mucklagh – Saturday May 16, 2015.
Why not take a short trip around the Old Monastic Churches at Rahan with Darrell Hooper and Sr Oliver by clicking on the following link
Useful Services available to keep in mind: Aware see aware.ie or telephone 1890 303 302.Heads Up see headsup.ie free text 50424, Let Someone Know see letsomeoneknow.ie, Teen Ireland see teenline.ie, Samaritans see Samaritans.org or 1850 60 90 90, Living Links see livinglinks.ie or 087 4122052.


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General Conference of Evangelical Protestant Churches
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We solidly confess the Holy Scriptures, the ancient ecumenical creeds with high regard for the Sacraments and the historic order of the Church while contending for the faith once delivered to the saints. We celebrate the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion.
We are "not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God salvation to every one that believeth.... As it is written, The just shall live by faith." We are justtified by our faith in Jesus Christ and not by our good deeds. Good deeds come from our faith in Christ as a fruit of that faith. It is by "grace that we are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast."(Eph. 2:8)Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.(Titus 3:5) If we shalt confess with our mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in our heart that God the Holy Spirit raised him from the dead, we will be saved. (Romans 10:9)
Where the scriptures are silent we are silent. Where the scriptures speak, "Here we stand." We can confess the Book of Concord and the Augsburg Confession "in so far as they meet in the teachings of the Holy Scriptures and in the common confessions of all Christendom." The logos Word of God is inspired by the Holy Spirit and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. Man must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet's own understanding.No prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.(II Tim #:16, II Peter 1:21-22)
We are Christian, striving to preach, teach, serve, honor, love and worship the Lord Jesus Christ that his Name may be glorified and His message and ministry be spread throughout the earth to all nations and all peoples. That the world may know we are His disciples and that we may render unto the "least of these" as unto Him.
His Kingdom come. His will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.


At exactly 08:14 a.m., I walked into the Rapture Proclaimer Evangelical Church of God, RAPEC, founded by popular evangelist, Funmilayo Adebayo nicknamed Mummy GO (General Overseer) on social media.
For weeks, Mummy GO has become social media sensation with many online users turning her hell-threatening sermons into memes circulated online.
On getting to the church located in the Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos State, I met a group of people chanting “Hallelujah!” They were about seven in number. Beside them were another seven elderly women praying loudly.
I was about to enter the church when a security official who identified himself as Brother Femi said my dress which was some inches above my ankle wasn’t long enough. I wasn’t surprised. Brother Femi’s observation was my first confirmation of all that I had seen Mummy GO preached in viral videos.
Brother Femi led me to a female usher in the church simply called Sister Bunmi who brought out a carton with several fabrics which had different colours like purple, orange and grey.
I picked one fabric and tied it around my waist to be allowed into the church.
On getting inside the fairly roomy bungalow auditorium, a bell chimed and Sunday School commenced with the classes divided into three segments; Yoruba class for age 40 and above, the English class for teenagers and other adults, and another Yoruba class for age 40 and below.
I sat in the class for age 40 and below?? (English or Yoruba class?) with a slim, dark-complexioned lady, who wore a purple top and a very long black skirt as the teacher. She later identified herself as Mrs George. The topic for the Sunday school class was ‘Devil Like Jesus’. I noticed they all had a Sunday School booklet and not long after, an usher walked up to me to advertise the booklet for N400. I bought the English version.
The class was interactive as Mrs George made every member read from the booklet and give examples. She dwelled on how God is helping Mummy GO despite her many persecutors online. She said many churches don’t preach about hellfire like Mummy GO.
Some moments later, I heard the sound of another bell. The three classes collapsed into one with the men moving to the right-hand side of the auditorium and the women occupying the left-hand side. The Sunday School session ended with an offering and the Sunday Service started proper with a man asking the congregants to shout the ‘Blood of Jesus’ 21 times.
After this, the choir, decked in purple tops and long black skirts, started their ministration.
Hymns were recited afterwards and then a man wearing a grey suit mounted the pulpit and led a short prayer session. There were a few ministers on the platform but Mummy GO was not present. A source later told me she stopped attending the church, claiming some Internet users were threatening her over her hellfire sermons.
I made a rough count of the congregants in the adult church — 57 men and 46 women; all forbidden to wear necklaces, earrings, make-up, and any fashion ornaments. Trousers were also forbidden for ladies while jeans were outlawed for the men.
The service was still on when a female minister took over and led another set of heated prayers. She asked us all to go outside the church auditorium to take several positions and pray. After the prayers, the offering was collected followed by some announcements, the recitation of the Lord’s Prayer, the benediction and their watchword which goes thus, “For he said unto Moses, I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy upon, I will have compassion upon who I will have compassion upon, Lord have mercy on me.”


Tehilliah group is made up of individuals with a heart of worship and the burning desire to delight themselves in God in order to bring Him glory. "Tehillah" is a Hebrew word for Praise, adoration, and thanksgiving to God.
We seek individuals with the one talent, who believe they are not good enough, those who believe their voices can't be heard.
At Gozmusic, we believe you matter and you are just what God needs. With a burning desire to serve God, He will turn your one talent into a ten. Together, we can move in His revival for our generation, fearless and unbounded in praise of Him who has called us for His good works.
Tehillah is a platform for us all to come together and shine into an unconquerable light, impacting our world and generation for Christ.
Join us today.
His praise is made perfect in our imperfection.
One voice. One worship. One Fellowship
For as the earth brings forth its sprouts,
and as a garden causes what is sown in it to sprout up,
so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise
to sprout up before all the nations.
Isaiah 61:11 (NET)
How beautiful are the feet of those who bring the message of good news.
God will pour out His spirit on us, fill with power & through us He will show forth His glory.
Let us impact our world through Christ for the Kingdom of heaven.
I will praise the lord at all times, His praise will always be on my lips.


The St. Catharine of Siena Parish CYO exists to supplement the academic education of the youth in our parish through extracurricular programs based on integrity, fair play, and open participation. Through spiritually based athletic, cultural, and volunteer activities we will teach the values of teamwork, leadership, and service.
The administration and staff of CYO will do everything in our power to act in the best interest of our participants and our programs. We view our responsibility as extending far beyond the teaching of athletic skills. We are committed to assist in the development of faith, character and moral values and, above all, we will strive to serve as good examples to the children through our words and actions.
It is our hope that our efforts will help our young people grow in mind, body, and spirit, to be active members of their communities and strong examples of Christ’s love.


Glastonbury Abbey, a grade I listed building and scheduled ancient monument, stands as a testament to religious and mystical history in Glastonbury, Somerset, England. Founded in the 8th century and enlarged in the 10th, the Abbey was one of the richest and most powerful monasteries in England until its suppression in 1539 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries by King Henry VIII. The last abbot, Richard Whiting, faced a tragic fate, being hanged, drawn and quartered on Glastonbury Tor as a traitor.
The Abbey is also deeply entwined with legends and myths, notably its association with King Arthur and Avalon. Medieval monks promoted the belief that Glastonbury was Avalon, the final resting place of King Arthur. In 1191, the monks claimed to have discovered the tomb of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, a discovery that some historians believe was a publicity stunt to raise funds for the Abbey’s repair.
Another enduring legend is that of Joseph of Arimathea, a follower of Christ who, according to medieval lore, brought the Holy Grail to Britain and established the first church at Glastonbury. This story, integral to Arthurian romances, adds a mystical dimension to the Abbey’s history. Joseph’s arrival at Avalon, planting his staff at Wearyall Hill which took root as the Holy Thorn, further cements the Abbey’s place in the tapestry of British mythology. The Holy Thorn tree, known for its unusual twice-yearly flowering, is believed to be descended from Joseph’s original staff. This thorn continues to be a symbol of the enduring legends surrounding Glastonbury Abbey.
Today, the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey are managed by the Glastonbury Abbey trust, attracting visitors from all over, drawn not only to its historical significance but also to its mythical allure. The Abbey serves as a focal point for pilgrimages, continuing a tradition that has spanned centuries, and remains a place where history and legend intertwine in the most enchanting ways.


From the time I was a boy, and all the way up through my early teen years, my dad and I loved to go fishing together. We have a lot of great memories that weave through the south Louisiana waterways: Belle River and Lake Verret and Bayou Sorrel. One such trip was very "special," in the sense that we had a few boat problems, got turned around in the spillway, hadn’t caught anything, and endured miserable weather. It was hot and humid, but threatening clouds kept us worried that the outing was about to end without a single fish in the boat. We decided to try one final spot. As soon as we got there, the sky opened up and the rain came down. I was crushed. It would be weeks before dad could take off work again. With school starting soon, this was probably the last fishing of the summer.
But then something incredible happened. As soon as it started raining, the big bass started biting. They bit like I had never seen before, nor seen since! The rain came hard and then soft, but for hours the beautiful, silver-green fish kept striking anything that hit the water. And now, looking back, I wouldn’t trade anything for that memory: Father and son, soaked to the bone, reeling in fish as fast as we could -and wondering if we would live to see anything like that feeding frenzy ever again.
The funny thing about that day is that we could have given up. Perhaps half a dozen times we thought of packing it all up. But we didn’t -we waited it out and hoped for the best- wanting to see what would happen.
In some ways, the believer’s perseverance is like this. We face difficulties and uncertainties and unanswered questions, and we battle the temptation to give up.
But in other ways -most important ways- my story is not like perseverance in the Christian life. Waiting it out through the rain isn't all that courageous, and we certainly weren’t very hopeful through it all. We didn't spur each other on with encouraging words that the weather would surely clear and the fish would start biting soon, because we didn’t know any of that for certain! In the Christian life, we face all kinds of difficulties and uncertainties, but we are taught to persevere because of the sureties of Christ. We know He will have victory. We know things will indeed be better. We know those things despite however bleak the circumstances may seem. In other words, the uncertainties of this present world do not have the power to overcome the certainties that are promised in God’s Word.
Over the next few weeks, I want to survey three passages that speak to perseverance in the Christian life.
First- The work begun in us is completed by God Himself.
Philippians 1:6 says, “I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”
Two words from that verse stand out to me: Paul says, "I am sure..." I like the NASB interpretation a little better: "I am confident of this..." The word means “persuaded.” Paul has been completely persuaded or convinced. Of what? That God will complete the work He is doing in us. The Greek word for complete is epiteleo: meaning, "to perfect, complete, or bring to an end." In this case, then, it means that God is not going to leave us unfinished.
So the first moment of our conversion is like a spark being ignited in a cold, dark room. In the light of that spark, everything that was dark before is revealed in an instant. The effect on the darkness can be seen immediately. And in conversion, there is an immediate and radical changing of allegiance that affects everything else. Hope and purpose and joy explode onto the scene. But our salvation isn’t comprised of that single moment of conversion, alone. There is also an ongoing process. So we could compare other parts of our salvation to a fire being lit in a cold, dark room. All of the cold will eventually be overcome. It will take the fire some period of time to affect everything in the room, but affect it, it will. Philippians 1:6 tells us that the same God who conceived our salvation, chose us for salvation, and initiated our salvation, will continue and ensure our salvation's completion. We are still being saved and kept today, and we will be saved and kept tomorrow: by the same strong transforming power that began working in us at the instant of our conversion.
What a comfort to know that our completion is not dependent on us, but on our faithful, consistent, unchanging God! That is exactly what we will be thinking about next time: that the work that is being done in us in inseparably tied to God’s character. Until then, let's press on through the difficulties and uncertainties of life in this fallen world, because He has made us totally confident in Him.


The Vatican has issued revised guidelines for Catholics who wish to obtain an annulment, an essential step for Catholics who have divorced and want to remarry with the blessing of the Church. Here’s an article on the new pronouncements from The Scotsman. Here’s another from the Washington Post. And another from The Guardian.
Catholics can obtain an annulment on the grounds of impotence, refusal of the other spouse to have children, or psychological immaturity at the time of the marriage. It’s this last reason that annulment critics charge is being overused, permitting almost anyone who obtains a divorce to get an annulment. This practice seems particularly prevalant in the US, which accounts for about 2/3 of annulments worldwide.


Welcome To Shammah Christian Services
Helping to make your heart, His home.
Shammah Christian Services is a Christian ministry devoted to encouraging individuals to discover and experience Christ's sufficiency for their lives, thus leading them to obedience, wholeness and holiness of lifestyle. This goal is accomplished by focusing on the spiritual needs of individuals through biblically based counsel, Christian discipleship and prayer ministry.
"Jesus said, come unto Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." -Matthew 11:28-30
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Office Hours and Location
Our office hours are Monday - Thursday with late hours on Monday and Wednesday.
We are located at 1533 Mileground Road, Morgantown, WV 26505 in the KLM Properties building Suite D (rear lower door)
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Who We Are
First Baptist Church is a welcoming, family friendly, user-friendly, multi-generational congregation. Our worship service is informal, spirit-moved, and joyful with much praise and a wide range of music from a diversity of people and groups. We believe in prayer and hearing the word of God through our music, scripture, testimony, and preaching. We like to laugh together, eat together, cry together, pray together, and celebrate together.
We are mission minded, giving a generous portion of our income to missions, reaching out to the community, and sending our members on short term missions.
We provide a full service Sunday School program serving pre-school to adults (see the HOME page for times).
During worship, we provide a nursery for infants; a play group for young children; and a Children’s Church for older children.
We know in our hearts that Jesus Christ changes lives when we truly accept his Lordship. We believe the best way to proclaim the gospel is with an honest and genuine walk with the Lord.
We preach the good news of the resurrected Savior who is seated in power at the right had of God, our Father. In our worship, we open our hearts willingly to the leading of the Holy Spirit. We pray that the fruits of the Spirit are evident in our everyday behavior.
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I read the article today in the Daily Mail and had a good chuckle over a cup of coffee between lessons.
Apparently a Twitter user by the name of ‘Just Skippy’ tweeted the church of England after seeing that 34-year-old Katie Price, aka Jordan, married 25 year old builder and part-time stripper, Kieran Hayler, in the Bahamas last week. As this was her third marriage, ‘Just Skippy’ wanted to know the Church of England’s views on her ‘making a mockery’ of marriage’ when they are so against homosexual marriage.
The Church of England came back with, in my opinion, a brilliant answer. They tweeted:
“We don’t have an official policy on Katie Price. Having said that, Jordan gets quite a few mentions in the Old Testament!”
As usual, some of the sourpuss tweeters took offence. At first, ‘Just Skippy’ thought it was a funny response but when another tweeter by the name of ‘Swinbox’ wrote ‘it’s offensive to make jokes when so many hurtful things have been said about gay marriage’ the original tweeter started to change his tune.
Apparently after further exchanges, the Church confirmed they cleared everything up.
To my mind we need more humour in our lives not less. The church were making a joke of Katie Price (who, in my opinion is a joke herself!) NOT gay marriage!
What do you think? Were the Church making a mockery of gay marriage? Were they just making light of the situation? Was this a funny response? Please comment below!


Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Thank goodness it wasn't a bag of trash
For a while now, I've been carrying something called a "hope bag" in my car with me. It consists of water, non-perishable foods, chapstick, socks and the like and is intended to be handed out to the poor and homeless, should I come across them. My sister started carrying them in her car as part of a project started in her RCIA class at church. I thought it was a thoughtful idea, but I really didn't see it being a worthwhile idea. She told me how moved she was the first time she passed them out, so I told her I would put one in my car. That bad boy has been bouncing around in my car for so long, I had all but forgotten about it. I was approaching a stop light close to downtown Houston on Monday afternoon and I saw an older gentleman standing with his poster under the street light. His words were simple. "Homeless. Need food. Anything will help." He looked tired, broken and probably hadn't seen clean clothes or running water in weeks. For the first time, I was willing the light to turn red and it did. I reached into the backseat and grabbed my hope bag. He started to walk towards me and I rolled down the window and held out the plastic grocery bag for the taking. He looked me square in the face, and with tears in his eyes said, "Thank you. God Bless you ma'am." Of course, I had no great words of hope and could only utter the words "God Bless You" back. Here stood a man, who had more reason than any of us not to believe in God's grace and HE was blessing ME. How incredibly humbling. As I rolled the window up and began to pull thru the now green light, I looked back in my rearview mirror at the man as he opened up the bag to see what was inside. It was then that I had the sudden realization, Holy crap! Please tell me I didn't hand him a bag of trash! But as I saw him open up the bottle of water, my fear subsided. Many things came to mind as I drove home that afternoon. 1. For the least of us is greatest in His eyes. 2. Whatever you did to the least of my breathren, you did it to me. (Matthew 25:31-46) 3. My next hope bag should be brightly colored and clearly labeled "Hope Bag" so as not to be mistaken for a bag of trash.


Extend is a course that will help you discover how God has uniquely designed you to reach the world with His love. In this course you will learn about:
Spiritual gifts and what gifts God has given you.
Your personal styles of evangelism.
How to put your gifts and talents to good use for God's kingdom.
The course is highly interactive and will end with an outreach to our community. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to "Extend the Kingdom of God."
Dates: This Extend Course will have two classroom experiences and one outreach:
Classroom: Saturday, July 9th from 9-12 AM
Classroom: Wednesday, July 13th from 7-9 PM
Outreach: Saturday, July 16th from 9 AM-1 PM
Facilitators: Scott and Grace Buchanan


I don't always remember my dreams. Sometimes I'll wake up knowing it was a really strange dream but have no memory of what it was about. Others, I'll remember vividly and have to spend time working out it was a dream or did it actually happen.
One morning last week was a bit like this exceptI sat bolt upright and heard myself saying "...but Easter is more important than Christmas". Haven't a clue why I'd say that. As I lay back down I thought about this a bit more.
Now, don’t get me wrong, Christmas is a great thing to celebrate - God becoming flesh and choosing to be born in a fallen world. He could have come to earth as a 32 year old male in time to gather His disciples and teach, heal and bring the Kingdom to earth. But he didn’t. He was born and grew up with experiences we can relate to over 2000 years later. It’s such a shame that for far too many Christmas is a break from work (if you’re lucky enough not to work in retail and other professions that have to work) and what presents are we going to get. How many people think about Christ being born?
Let’s think of Easter. What does it mean to you? Is it how many eggs you get? Did you receive more than your friend? Some people will think of images they’ve seen. How many thought about a cross with Jesus on it? To me, Easter isn’t about Jesus on the cross - that’s only part of the story, like watching a box set except the last episode which explains all your questions. It’s not about the tomb where Jesus lay. It’s about the empty tomb, Jesus defeated death, He died and rose again. Jesus gave His life for me - and YOU so we could live in the freedom of abundant grace and mercy.


I am so thrilled to be writing this post! It's been my dream for so, so very long! Sunday was the best mommy day ever! We had a guest speaker, Bro. Rocky Goodwin. It was our first service as an organized church. Our church has been a mission church for 10 years, and we organized Saturday in to our own church. Bro. Rocky came ready to preach and he was on fire! We also had guest singers. We had two of the Diamond State Trio singers. They are amazing. We were worshiping in song, and the Holy Spirit was there. We sang "Surely the Presence of the Lord is in This Place." What a perfect, perfect song! I could feel the Holy Spirit! He showed up!
I was crying during the worship service. It just kept going during Bro. Rocky's message. When he was speaking on his grand-kids and their salvation, tears were just coming. I can never hold back the tears when people discuss little souls being saved! I was sitting there just crying, praying that Ruthie would soon accept Jesus. We have discussed it with her numerous times. I have felt like there were times when I pushed her. I didn't want to. I wanted Jesus to knock on her heart. As we were sitting through the service, I noticed she was paying attention. I think it was hard not to with Bro. Rocky! He was on a roll! As it came to the end of the service, Bro. Rocky asked everyone to bow their heads. He prayed with everyone, and helped lead people through the plan of salvation. At this time, I am bowing my head, praying that Ruthie will feel the Holy Spirit. As I glance down at her, I see tears in her eyes and she tells me she wants Jesus, and doesn't want to go to hell. She told me she prayed for Jesus to come into her heart! PRAISE GOD! God answered my prayers RIGHT THEN AND THERE! What a blessing! Randall nor I could hold back the tears. I was shaking with tears of joy! I have never felt so much relief in my life. We went up front and she told Bro. Troy that she wanted Jesus! Oh my! I cried all day long! Tears of pure joy knowing my sweet Ruthie will be in heaven with me when our time comes! Every time I look at her, I tear up. I have been waiting and praying for this day and God answered! God is so good.
There are many, many worldly things I can give my children; money, toys, clothes, electronics, but only GOD can give salvation. My baby girl is a daughter of the Most High, a child of the King, a queen in the eyes of God, clothed in His majesty, and I pray that she continues to see God's love and let it flow through her into others. I pray that she sees this as a new start and allows the Holy Spirit to lead and guide her through everything in her life. There is NO better feeling than knowing where your children will spend eternity. I am still on cloud nine!
We didn't have evening services, so we went up to Ft. Smith to celebrate! She picked where we had lunch, went to Creekmore Park, went to Micheal's, Book-a-Million, and truly enjoyed the day!
On the way to Ft. Smith, right after church!
Of course I had to embrace the camera with my girl!
Randy and Ruthie playing at the park!
My lunch box note for her today.
To make today even better, she came home telling me how she was telling others about her salvation. It did sadden me that one little girl told her that wasn't how you get saved. I explained to Ruthie that it was. She knows Jesus is in her heart. She felt Him! She is so on fire for God!


Books for your Holiday Gift Guide: A Dog in the Manger and Other Christmas Stories
A Dog in the Manger and Other Christmas Stories is a collection of tales that capture the chaos of the yuletide while also portraying the power of Christmas to shepherd souls of all kinds—young, old, hopeful, lost, content, confused—to confront and redefine faith in the face of spiritual adversity.
It's sure to inspire reflection and retelling, these stories celebrate the miracles of everyday life, showing that strangers can become angels, foes can become good Samaritans, and neighborhoods can become communities of faith. Even the most chaotic incidents bring people closer to themselves, their families, their communities, and to God during the Christmas season.
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Disclosure: I received the book featured in this HGG--no money exchanged hands.


I grew up in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. After graduating from high school, I attended St. Cloud State University with no real direction in life. It was there, through the witness of a longtime friend and a campus ministry he got involved with, I came to understand my need for a Savior. In my college dorm room, fully aware of all the sin around me, I asked Christ to save me.
Peggie and I were married a couple years later. We both had good jobs, but the Lord made it clear that I needed to finish my education. We returned to Bob Jones University. I have taught for one year in Michigan, nine years in Pennsylvania, eleven years in Brainerd, and five years at Fourth Baptist. I have helped young people come to know and serve the Lord with the talents God has given them.


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Come let us bow down and bow down,
And kneel before You, our Lord, our God, and maker,
For You are the Lord our God,
We are your people
And the sheep of your pasture.
Let us enter your gates with thanksgiving,
And enter your courts with praise,
And be thankful unto You
And speak good of your name:
For You are gracious,
Your nature is always to have mercy,
And your love endures from generation to generation.
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Come learn from”Jesus, the Great Storyteller” at Sulphur Well Methodist Church VBS July 22-25, 2018. Learn how Jesus used the Parables to teach and to explain. Each night will start with a meal at 5:45pmCT, VBS program begins at 6:20pm and will end by 8:30pm. Wednesday night, July 25, 2018 will be our closing night with a family potluck and recognition program. For more information, call Charlotte at 270-565-4515 or Shane at 270-565-1194.