Outside the Box, Inside the Word
#42 The Truth About the Resurrection Pt. 2 W/Ben Minton
April 04, 2017 08:17 PM PDT
We continue our mini-series on the Resurrection. Ben Minton from Apologetics Discipleship is back with us for more fact checking. This time we discuss the minimal facts approach taught by Dr. Gary Habermas and Dr. Michael Licona. You don't want to miss this great discussion on why we have faith in the most important event in history.#41 The Truth about the Resurrection Pt. 1 W/Ben Minton
March 28, 2017 07:38 PM PDT
As we near Easter, we wanted to shift our focus to the major event of all History, the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. Ben Minton from Apologetics Discipleship is with us to discuss this topic that we are unapologetically passionate about. Few things exist that we can your life depends upon it, but this news is that very thing. Thanks for joining the discussion.Tomi Lahren, Justice Alito, and Hostile Winds
March 21, 2017 07:58 PM PDT
There is little doubt that America is changing. It always has, but are we really progressing? Or are our attempts to grow actually a regression. We talk current events, and Justice Alito's comments on a hostile wind towards traditional moral beliefs.#39 Are Our Kids Deists?
March 14, 2017 08:18 PM PDT
On this episode of Ambassador Talks, we discuss something called Moralistic Therapeutic Deism. It's wordy, but it was a study done by UNC Chapel Hill about religion and adolescents. Tune in to learn about the state of their beliefs and maybe our own as well.Post Christian America
March 07, 2017 08:17 PM PST
What do we mean "Post Christian"? Join our discussion as we talk about living in a ever growing secular country. America's worldview is and has been changing for quite some time. What can the church do about it? Is it too late?#37 What's Love?
February 28, 2017 07:15 PM PST
Have you thought about romantic love lately? Why do we consider falling in love a good thing? The Bible talks about a different version of love than this. We talk about Movies and thought in culture that has shaped the foundations for what we consider love. Joins us for a great discussion on growing in love.#36 What are the Old Paths?
February 14, 2017 07:40 PM PST
We are back after an unwanted break due to some illness with the crew. This week we talk about a topic or phrase that gets thrown around conservative circles. What do we mean by Old Paths? Pastor Setzer brings out the scripture that is worded this way, and we also talk creeds. Join us for a very interesting discussion.France, Engaging Cultures, and the Mission Field
January 31, 2017 07:56 PM PST
Michael Lyons joins us on this weeks episode, and it was a great discussion. He takes us through his testimony and his time in France as a missionary. He engaged Jewish Culture as well as French culture in the time he served there. Now he works for a charitable organization, and is involved with missions there. You don't want to miss this insightful episode.Missions and Contextualization: How Far Do We Go?
January 24, 2017 07:55 PM PST
Brian Thigpen always brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from the mission field to the table, and he is back to talk Missions and the Contextualization scale with us. What is that you ask? Well think of it as how far do we go to present the gospel in a country where it could be dangerous. Download for a very interesting conversation!Community Outreach and Evangelism
January 17, 2017 08:10 PM PST
We have another guest this week on AT. It's Pastor Nicky Waters of Poovey's Chapel Baptist Church, and he's on with us to discuss outreach and evangelism. What are we doing well in our churches? What should we work on? It's all about the Gospel and how we apply it on this weeks episode.
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Multiple times a year, FBC offers a short-term introduction to our church called "MeetFBC!" This is a class for those who are new, have questions, and want more info about First Baptist. Here, you'll receive info about our church affiliations and ministries, as well as a tour of our building so that you can better find your way around. The class is a requirement for church membership.
Our next "MeetFBC!" will begin on March 22nd at 4pm! For more info, contact us at firstname.lastname@example.org.


Protestant Church Amsterdam / Protestantse Kerk Amsterdam
The Protestant Church of Amsterdam is a diverse community of people who share the Christian belief and through this contribute to society. They want to involve many people in the city.
Mission: The Protestant Church of Amsterdam feels called to make manifest Gods love in this city.
Facts & figures
The Protestant Church of Amsterdam
- is part of the Protestantse Kerk Nederland (PKN)
- has 20.000 members
- forms 2 % of Amsterdam population (800.000)
- has 20 parishes, connected with each other and the Algemene Kerkenraad (main church council)
- has parish pastors and specialist pastors (pastoral care for people in hospitals, prisons, seamen, people on drugs, students, etc.)
- has a small church service center
- belongs to the Calvinist tradition – from strict to broad church to liberal. Most parishes accept women ministers, gay ministers and will bless gay marriages.
- has the Protestantse Diaconie Amsterdam: church organisation for charity, ministry of mercy. The Diaconie will help people 'under protest' if no one else can or will help.
See Diaconie for projects: social, intercultural, interreligious.
Where we are
Church renewal process
Protestant Church Amsterdam started a process to renew itself citywide. The catalyst was money, more precise: the lack of it. At the time of the merger (2005) the church was 1 million euro short a year, on a total yearly budget of 7 million euro.
A process started with 3 goals:
- Versoberen = cost cutting - spend less, spend it cleverly; clear cobwebs in organization
- Verbeteren = improve - create synergy, use talents and passions
- Vernieuwen = renew - new initiatives, new people, new money
Our aim is to become a Wervende Kerk:
an engaging and inviting church, that dares to be relevant to the city today. Local parishes are challenged to become living, lively and affordable churches.
Before the merger the local parishes were mainly inward looking. Now they are responsible for their own vision and administration, while being part of the city wide church, giving to it and profiting from it.
Both the city church and the local parishes are encouraged to go out, present themselves in the open, and to become really interested in what inspires & motivates people who will not ever become church members.
In Holland ‘religion is in and church is out’ – churches are (seen as) old and stuffy and miss out on people’s spiritual quests.
The pastors’ council plays an active role in the process. Pastors are encouraged to use their special talents for the benefit of the church as a whole, not only for their own parishes.
On 31 October (Reformation Day) the church council invites all Amsterdam church members to get together from all over town to share plans, successes and new ideas. This council has reorganized itself to create less time for assemblies / talk and more time for working together in order to empower the parishes and realize more vitality. Seven groups work on communication / diaconate / finance / pastoral care / renewal / training and education / youth. They are pulling together input from the local parishes, from other churches and organizations and assist local parishes in fulfilling their aims and plans.
The financial position of the PKA was getting better too. The deficit was reduced from 1 million to 250.000, old buildings have been sold and money is set aside for new experiments. But the economical crisis also effects churches.
In German / Deutsch: Artikel Pioniere des Christentums, Thomas Greif über die Protestantische Kirche Amsterdam (16-3-2014, Sontagsblatt - Evangelische Wochenzeitung für Bayern
Church services in English in Amsterdam
There are many international churches with services in English, a selection:
English Reformed Church (Scottish/calvinist)
Sunday service, 10.30 am
Begijnhof 48, 1012 WV Amsterdam
telephone: +31(0)20 624 9665;
Christ Church (Anglican)
Sunday services 10.00 am
- City Centre: Groenburgwal 42
- South: British Upper School, Fred. Roeskestraat 94a, 1076 ED Amsterdam
- Southeast: Luthuliplein 11, Amsterdam Zuidoost; Services: Sundays at 15.30
Blessed Trinity (Roman Catholic)
Masses In English
Every Sunday at 10:30 am & 12:00 noon, Tuesday 10.30 am, Wednesday & Thursday 7.00 pm.
Zaaiersweg 180, Amsterdam Watergraafsmeer
telephone: +31(0)20 465 2711;
Crossroads International Church (Evangelical)
Sunday gatherings: Services start at 09:36 (with a kids programme) and 11:10 and 12:49. All services are identical.
Amstelveen College, Startbaan 12, Amstelveen
telephone: +31(0)20 545 1444;
Church sunday service: 12.30u
Admiraal de Ruijterweg 150, 1056 GV Amsterdam
Telephone: 020 - 7707290


- 1 What does the number 3 symbolize?
- 2 What does the number 3 mean spiritually?
- 3 What does 3 days represent in the Bible?
- 4 What is God’s number in the Bible?
- 5 What does number 3 mean in Hebrew?
- 6 Is the number 3 lucky?
- 7 Is 3 a magical number?
- 8 What life path number is compatible with 3?
- 9 What is the power of number 3?
- 10 What does the 3rd hour mean in the Bible?
- 11 What did God create on the third day?
- 12 What does 3 3 3 mean in the Bible?
- 13 What was Jesus favorite color?
- 14 What is the number of Jesus?
- 15 What is the luckiest number in the Bible?
What does the number 3 symbolize?
In their eyes the number 3 was considered as the perfect number, the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. It was also the number of time – past, present, future; birth, life, death; beginning, middle, end – it was the number of the divine.
What does the number 3 mean spiritually?
There is significant spiritual and creative energy associated with the number 3. In fact, the first time this number is mentioned relates to the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit). 3 is the number of government in the Bible. It’s also associated with completeness and wholeness of one’s being.
What does 3 days represent in the Bible?
Jesus Predicts a Third Day Resurrection In fact, he mentions “three days” 21 times! By now you can probably tell this emphasis was not random. Jesus was adamant about the third day because it represents God’s initiative in creating new life and establishing covenant with humanity.
What is God’s number in the Bible?
seven is God’s favorite number. The proof? The Holy Bible. Throughout the Bible (from Genesis to Revelation), the number seven appears many times.
What does number 3 mean in Hebrew?
3. The gematria of the Hebrew letter ג Three are the Fathers (Patriarchs – שלושה אבות (Abraham, Isaac and Jacob) The three sons of Noah (Ham, Shem and Japheth)
Is the number 3 lucky?
3 (三), pronounced san, is considered lucky due to its similarity in sound to the word that means birth. Additionally, this number represents the three stages in the life of humans – birth, marriage, death – that adds to its importance in Chinese culture.
Is 3 a magical number?
It’s a principle captured neatly in the Latin phrase omne trium perfectum: everything that comes in threes is perfect, or, every set of three is complete. Research gives further evidence on why three is the magic number.
What life path number is compatible with 3?
Life Path 3 people are most compatible with other 3s. But, they get along well with 1s, 6s, and 9s, too. To find your life path number, all you need is your birthday numbers!
What is the power of number 3?
Three is considered to be the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. Three is the number of time – think of it this way: Past Present Future; Birth Life Death; Beginning Middle End and three is the number of the divine. Three is a sacred number in many religions.
What does the 3rd hour mean in the Bible?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Terce, or Third Hour, is a fixed time of prayer of the Divine Office in almost all the Christian liturgies. It consists mainly of psalms and is said at 9 a.m. Its name comes from Latin and refers to the third hour of the day after dawn.
What did God create on the third day?
the third day – dry land, seas, plants and trees were created. the fourth day – the Sun, Moon and stars were created. the fifth day – creatures that live in the sea and creatures that fly were created. the sixth day – animals that live on the land and finally humans, made in the image of God were created.
What does 3 3 3 mean in the Bible?
333 Meaning in the Bible. Angel number 333 is reserved for special messages from your guardian angel in response to your prayers. According to scripture, seeing 333 is symbolic of life, abundance, and spiritual awakening.
What was Jesus favorite color?
Blue: God’s Favorite Color.
What is the number of Jesus?
In some Christian numerology, the number 888 represents Jesus, or sometimes more specifically Christ the Redeemer. This representation may be justified either through gematria, by counting the letter values of the Greek transliteration of Jesus’ name, or as an opposing value to 666, the number of the beast.
What is the luckiest number in the Bible?
Christianity. According to the American publication, the Orthodox Study Bible, 777 represents the threefold perfection of the Trinity.


Chris Tomlin & Hillsong United Tickets
Toyota Center in Houston, Texas | Houston, TX
Calling all Christians, it is finally time to praise Christ as one when Chris Tomlin & Hillsong United finally arrives at the stunning Toyota Center on Thursday 7th April 2022 in Houston, Texas! You can rest assured that there will be thousands of other believers who have travelled far and wide from various denominations to join in a meeting of ministry, and Chris Tomlin & Hillsong United puts on the best chance to be blessed by one of the most highly regarded performers there is. Simply put, there is just nothing quite like being around like-minded people who love the same things you do, and can experience quality time with God! Now is your chance to become closer with the Lord and when the event is over, you can leave renewed! Why not get your tickets here today?
Lift your voice unto the Lord and sing to the highest! Chris Tomlin & Hillsong United will lead this blissful concert for prayer, worship and jubilation. Prepare to elevate your hearts, mind, body, and soul happening on Thursday 7th April 2022 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. This will be a concert where there will be blessings upon blessings, rejoicing, and thanksgiving. Be a witness as testimonies of grace, victory, and salvation are expressed through songs of faith, love, hope, and worship. If you seek the company of Christians, you've come to the right place. Believers would surely flock for tickets, and demand would surely rise day by day. Don't wait 'til the last minute; get your tickets now!


ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We, the people of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Parish, accept the responsibility and challenge for the mission of Jesus to the Catholic Church "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations." This is accomplished by creating a Christian community of Jesus which is alive and proclaims our worship, education, and service to others.
We are, first and foremost, a Roman Catholic community of faith. We believe in Jesus Christ, the Roman Catholic Church, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
We share the Good News through our ministries. Every liturgy, every catechetical experience, every school day, every children's worship, every nursing home visit, every trip to Appalachia is an attempt to bring Jesus deeper into the hearts of people in our world.
We are truly a parish family, but we are also members of the Morristown community, the United States, and the global community. Assumption parishioners embrace the Good News though our ministries, so that we can share it with others in our world though actions, words, and expression of love towards others.
As Assumption parishioners participate in local sports, attend various schools, work in local offices, and volunteer to further community programs, we seek to share the love of God in all we do. The simple, everyday acts of love we perform here in Florence will ultimately help to change the world.


DIRECTED BY JOHN DONAHUE-GROSSMAN, Director of Retreats at La Salle Manor with 29 years of ministry experience. Lori Dressel, Community Director for La Salle Manor and a Spiritual Director, will be our guest presenter.
This retreat is for adults who are looking to discover and create meaning, purpose, and happiness in their lives. Inspired by his latest readings of John Philip Newell “New Harmony,” Richard Rohr’s “Eager to Love,” and Gretchen Rubin’s “The Happiness Project,” John will facilitate personal reflection, group discussion, exercises, and prayer to help us rediscover the JOY of living.
For more information and to register, call: 630.552.3224 ext 102


BL. MARCELINA DAROWSKA
BL. MARCELINA DAROWSKA, nee Kotowicz, was born on 16 January 1827 in Szulaki, Ukraine, to a land-owning Polish family. As a child she showed a particular love of prayer and a desire to dedicate herself to God. Her father could not understand this and, before he died, he obtained a promise from her that she would marry and raise a family. In 1849 she married Karol Darowski, but she decided to sanctify her marriage "by living only in God and for God". Less than three happy years had passed when Karol died, leaving her with two children. Her son died a year later and she confessed: "The way of the world was not chosen for me by God's will; the way of the convent was, indeed, my destiny".
In 1854 she travelled to Rome for reasons of health and met there Fr Hieronim Kajsiewicz, a Resurrectionist (CR) who became her spiritual director. Through him she met Josephine Karska, who was thinking of founding a religious community dedicated to the overall formation of women. Their mutual work - the Congregation of the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary united Marcelina and Josephine in sincere friendship. For many years, however, Josephine suffered from tuberculosis and died in 1860. Marcelina thus became the Superior of the new religious family, which numbered, at that time, four sisters. In 1863 she moved the community to her homeland, and in Jazlowiec, in the Archdiocese of Lviv, she opened her first school for girls, which soon became an important spiritual and cultural centre.
Marcelina undertook the work of educating women in the conviction that on it depended the rebirth of the family, which is the foundation of a morally healthy society. Among her principles for the formation of her sisters and students, she stressed the following: the primacy of God over everything, truth, mutual trust and unselfishness. She also offered effective help to the poor, desiring that non-fee paying elementary schools be established in every convent. During her 50 years as Superior of the Congregation, she opened seven convents with formational institutes and schools for children.
In 1904, the Polish writer Henry Sienkiewicz wrote of her: "Praise for your wise work and honour to your merit and goodness". Marcelina answered, saying: "I don't look at the results of our work. They don't belong to us. If they exist, they belong to God for the good of our beloved country, which is torn apart". She died on 5 January 1911.
On 6 October 1996 Marcelina Darowska was proclaimed Blessed by the Pope John Paul II in Rome. During the Mass he said:
"To extend the kingdom of God in human souls and bring it into the world" - this was the programme for her apostolic activity, born in the silence of a heart immersed in prayer. She wanted to do everything so that truth love and goodness would triumph in human life and transform the face of her beloved nation. Together with her sisters, she generously laboured in the exhausting task of building the kingdom of Christ, paying particular attention to the religious formation of the young generation, especially girls, to the growth of catechesis and to educational work. She assigned a particular role in life to the Christian woman as "wife, mother and citizen of her country". With great zeal she fostered the growth of the kingdom of God in the family, since only a healthy and holy family, "based on God", as she said, can be the foundation of a new society. The new blessed is an example of an apostolic faith that creates new ways for the Church to be present in the world and forms a more just and human society which "abides and bears fruit" in Christ. "
Pope John Paul II, from the proclamation of the beatification of Blessed Marcelina Darowska /


Nori's bed–wetting becomes an excuse to accuse her of witchcraft. Thankfully the family find a helpful pastor.
D.R. Congo — March 2016
After her stepfather lost his job, 13 year–old Nori and her mother had to go and live with relatives. Noticing she was wetting the bed, Nori’s uncles and aunts began to accuse her of being a witch. When a ‘prophetess’ confirmed their accusations, the family began abusing and neglecting Nori, eventually taking her to another church for an exorcism.
As soon as he found out about this, EPED’s Pastor Faustin went to meet Nori and her mother, to share the truth of God’s love for children and the seriousness of false accusations of witchcraft. With EPED’s support, a close relationship is now forming between Nori and her family. She and her mother have also begun attending Pastor Faustin’s church. Nori is finding a sense of belonging, not only in her own family but also in the family of God.


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"How little chance the Holy Ghost has nowadays. The churches and missionary societies have so bound him in red tape that they practically ask Him to sit in a corner while they do the work themselves." - C.T. Studd / www.bibleinmylanguage.com
"I wasn't God's first choice for what I've done for China…I don't know who it was…It must have been a man…a well-educated man. I don't know what happened. Perhaps he died. Perhaps he wasn't willing…and God looked down…and saw Gladys Aylward…And God said - "Well, she's willing." - Gladys Aylward / www.bibleinmylanguage.com
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"Before the world, aye, before the sleepy, lukewarm, faithless, namby-pamby christian world, we will dare to trust our God, we will venture our all for Him, and we will do it with his joy unspeakable singing aloud in our hearts." - C.T. Studd


A project advanced by the Global Catholic Climate Movement has found a way to honour the anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi and help the environment at the same time.
Marking the largest faith-based divestment from fossil fuels, over 40 Catholic institutions have come together to move away from fossil fuels. This group contains four times as many contributors than the previous church record. Some of the institutions include: The Archdiocese of Cape Town, the Episcopal Conference of Belgium, and the diocese of Assisi-Nocera Umbra-Gualdo Tadino, the spiritual home of the world’s Franciscan brothers.
Although the sum involved hasn’t been announced yet, their movement will add to a global divestment movement that is led by investors with $5.5 billion. Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief, was part of the Paris climate agreement She recently told The Guardian that the commitment to divesting fossil fuels shows how we are on the way to achieving our mutual goal. She indicated that she hopes to see more church leaders contribute. She also said that even though this movement makes financial sense, it’s not the only reason it should be happening. Working together to create a better future for everybody is also a moral duty.
In addition, the Italian town of Assisi is also planning to get rid of all oil, coal and gas holdings. They plan to do so the day before the Italian prime minister, Paolo Gentiloni comes to town to mark St Francis’s feast day. The mayor and former climate mitigation professor, Stefania Proietti said that by paying more attention to climate change we are paying more attention to poor people who are the first affected by climate change.


Xmiss, also known as Christmas, is a holiday celebrated by millions of people worldwide. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and giving back to others. The holiday season is filled with festive decorations, delicious food, and the exchange of thoughtful gifts.
During Xmiss, families come together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and create lasting memories with one another. It is a time to show love and appreciation for those around us and spread joy to those in need. Many people volunteer at local charities, donate to those less fortunate, and participate in acts of kindness to make a positive impact on their communities.
As we embrace the spirit of giving and joy during Xmiss, let us remember the true meaning of the holiday season and strive to spread love and happiness to all those we encounter. May this Xmiss be filled with peace, love, and happiness for you and your loved ones.#3#


Introduction to Brooklyn Community Church
Brooklyn Community Church is a beacon of light in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. With a rich history and a strong commitment to inclusivity, this vibrant place of worship stands out as a cornerstone of the local community. Nestled within the bustling streets of Brooklyn, this church opens its doors to individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their background or beliefs.
Embracing Diversity Through Faith
At Brooklyn Community Church, diversity is not just welcomed – it is celebrated. The congregation reflects the mosaic of cultures and traditions that make up the fabric of Brooklyn. From different ethnicities to various socio-economic backgrounds, everyone is embraced with open arms.
Welcoming All Beliefs
As a hub for spiritual growth and community engagement, Brooklyn Community Church welcomes individuals of all faiths. Whether you are a devoted follower of Christianity, or simply seeking a place for reflection and meditation, this church offers a safe and nurturing space for everyone.
Community Engagement and Outreach
Brooklyn Community Church goes beyond the confines of its physical walls. Through various outreach programs, charity events, and community initiatives, the church actively participates in making a positive impact on the local community. From food drives to educational workshops, the church is dedicated to fostering a culture of compassion and support.
Empowering the Youth
The youth programs at Brooklyn Community Church are designed to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders. Through mentorship, educational activities, and social gatherings, young individuals find a sense of belonging and purpose within the church community.
Unity Through Faith
Brooklyn Community Church serves as a unifying force in a city known for its diversity. Through shared values of love, compassion, and service, individuals come together to create a sense of belonging that transcends boundaries. This unity through faith is what sets this church apart as a profound symbol of harmony and inclusivity.
Join Us at Brooklyn Community Church
Whether you are a long-time resident of Brooklyn or a visitor exploring the city for the first time, we invite you to experience the warmth and hospitality of Brooklyn Community Church. Join us in celebrating diversity, embracing inclusivity, and fostering a sense of community that knows no bounds.


if all be failure
February 14, 2012
“What if all be failure—I have no fear.—If only one family—if only one little unhappy child is made happy with the love of Jesus, tell me, will it not be worth us giving all for that . . .?
Once again, I find the words of Mother Theresa to be both inspiring and comforting. Today I face the same challenges as usual for these workdays: the need for stamina through the sometimes-too-much of daily responsibilities . . . the need for patience with little ones—and with not-so-little youth . . . the need for wisdom in the midst of future uncertainty. But today there was a bit more inner peace in the midst of it. Not due to any practical resolutions—or not that I can tell, at least. Due rather, I can only assume, to my waking this morning with a determination to spend the day seeking Him, and beseeching Him, for the guidance that has been promised. I have nothing to give, in and of myself; this truth is one that is hammered into my stubborn will daily . . . hourly . . . moment-ly, as I take one baby step at a time. I lose my patience, in spite of my determination to have the patience of . . . Mother Theresa? I react rashly, in spite of my determination to be slow, and deliberate, in my actions. I respond emotionally, in spite of my determination to respond with rational wisdom.
But the promise is that I am under His guidance no matter how much of a failure any given part of my days may be. So today I taught my classes and interacted with my students. I evaluated art projects and instructed in portrait drawing. And later, in the slower pace of after-school activities, I enjoyed low-key crafts with the youngest ones of the school. One of them asked me if we could go out to the playground again, as we had yesterday. “Sure,” I said, anxious myself to get outside while the sun shone. I stood watching the children play, in a patch of twilight sun. It shone so brightly on my face that I didn’t even feel the cold anymore: my warm cheeks seemed to radiate heat to the rest of my bundled up parts. Agreeing to a request to for swing-pushing services, I smiled at the pure joy of children in the snow. Time stood gloriously still, and I gave thanks.
If all be failure? Yes, it will be worth it all . . .


Palm Sunday is the beginning of our Easter Week. It is both a solemn and joyous time in my town in Sicily. Each day they commemorate the journey of Christ’s Passion, Death and Rising on Easter Sunday. On Palm Sunday there is a procession through the town where the people carry beautifully woven palm fronds. Our celebration here is less elaborate but we try to be true to the spirit of the day.
We always go to Church where there is a short procession and we are given blessed palms. My father always made palm crosses and pyramids for us. We kept the crosses in the house as a blessing throughout the year.
My father is gone now but we try to continue, I make some rudimentary crosses.
My friend Gene however has elevated palm weaving into art.
Gene’s palms are elaborate and stunning. He joyfully shares his talents and demonstrates the devotion to his faith. Gene and our friend Carlo Mattia conduct annual seminars to teach others the art and technique of palm weaving. They are helping to keep the tradition alive and helping to make our celebrations more beautiful and meaningful. Here is the link to Gene’s site.
Very nice Jo…thanks for posting in your blog
I was inspired… Happy Easter!
Very nice 🙂 I love this.
Thank you Monica. I’m having fun with this.


January is Human Trafficking Awareness month!
This has been a topic that has been near to my heart since I first attended an emergency care conference and learned that human trafficking exists here in our community. At that time I was a fairly new mother and never realized the nearness (or even the realness) of this crime. I know that as a healthcare provider, a parent, and especially as a Christian, I am called to stand up for those who are vulnerable. Persons who are trafficked are vulnerable and hurting. We can be a part of the solution and stand up against this crime.
By equipping ourselves with education and resources, we can be an active part of prevention strategies as well as help to take care of those who have been and are currently being impacted by the terrible and detestable crime of human trafficking.
We would love for you to consider donating as well as educating yourself on the facts of Human Trafficking and the available resources to prevent and combat this crime. The Dragonfly Home is a wonderful, local, non-profit organization that works tirelessly to serve victims and survivors of human trafficking as well as to raise awareness, educate communities, and be a part of the solution in this Fight for Freedom!


I was raised in a Christian family. At a young age I came to the understanding that I needed to be have Godâ€s forgiveness for my sins. My mom explained to me how to have salvation by faith. Over the last many years the Lord has been continually working in my life and drawing me closer to him. When I was 18 I attended Our Generation Training Center where I graduated with a degree in missions. Since graduating I have served faithfully at Vision Baptist Church and had the honor of becoming a deacon. God has now called us to be missionaries to Bosnia.
I was raised in a Christian home and faithfully attended church my whole life. I realized when I was very young that I was a sinner in need of the Savior. I accepted Jesus Christ into my heart and put my faith in Him when I was six years old. As I continued to grow and learn spiritually, the Lord worked in my heart and when I was 13 years old, I surrendered my life to His will. He has done mighty things, and I look forward to all the great things He has in store for our lives.
The Rastelli Family
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December and January have been full of activity at the Pearl House and it has been SO fun! The girls started back to school on the 12th, so our days full of quality time are over for now. The good news is that means I now have time to share what we have been up to. Many of our supporters sponsored activities and gifts for us over the holidays. I will start with sharing about the gifts, with more stories to come this week.
You all bought a new dress, church shoes, undergarments, school sandals, a jacket and a backpack for each girl. Writing out that sentence humbles me to no end. Twenty girls all received so many things they need and use each and every day. Deafening shouts of joy and squeals of delight were the response to each and every one of these surprises. Thank you for blessing us with those gifts this Christmas season.


The approach to the redundant church of St Peter and St Paul is through the grounds of Albury Park. The building dates from Saxon and Norman times. The interior is uncluttered and light with a flagstone floor. The door dates from the 13th century, a well-preserved painting of St Christopher dates from the 15th, and there is a brass of John Weston who died in 1440.
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The church is always planning special events. So if you want to know what's happening in our church please visit our website often. If you have the time, we invite you to come and fellowship with us. Everyone is welcomed at Christ Embassy International.
Dr. Benedict and his wife invited the single adults out for lunch on Sunday (April 21, 2013) after the church. Based on the laughter and smiling faces around the table, it appears that everyone had a great time.


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"When the debate is lost slander becomes the tool of the losers."
We have seen much of this type of slanderous speech and behavior from both common protesters and many who comprise the august U.S. Senate. The truth is, Truth was held hostage by the mob. Originally "mob" meant "a large group of people" or "the common people," from the Latin phrase mobile vulgus, "fickle common people." Corrupt might be a more accurate description.
Let us hope and pray for the safety of Judge Kavanaugh and his family. Let us also pray for the safety of the United States, the constitution, the rule of law, and the presumption of innocence. Let us also pray and make sure that we are people of the scriptures, and that we demonstrate that we are people who are led by the Spirit. Make no mistake; the world is watching the world of the evangelicals of America.
We demonstrate a great deal of who we are and whose we are with our speech. We as Christians are to "speak the truth in love." (Eph. 4:15) I must admit that at times I lean more toward the truth then I do toward love, but I need to balance my belief in the truth with my behavior that is love. After all Jesus was full of grace and truth. He was the perfect balance of conviction and compassion.
Most of us desire more civility in our social political world. In our republic, dialogue and debate are essential. But we must remember what Senator Susan Collins reminds us; "when passions are most inflamed fairness is most in jeopardy." As the scriptures remind us - "Life and death are in the power of the tongue."
Christians must make sure that we "speak the truth in love" for our audience is not simply "the other side." Our audience is the Lord Jesus Christ.
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"And my God will meet all your needs according tohis glorious riches in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19
"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; for where your treasure is, there will your heart bealso."Matthew 6:19-21
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So it was the start of our new transfer. I am still here in Chattanooga and still serving with and training Elder Thomas. So far we are still getting 80 degree weather which is super nice because who likes the cold? Not me. We had a pretty good week.
Monday we went up to Hixson for our last District P-day. On the way up there we stopped by a less-actives home and gave a blessing to his non-member wife. Later we played some beach volleyball. That was super fun. We also played tag on the playground. We still aren't too old or too big for that - haha.
Tuesday we saw Olivia and Rebecca. We read out of the Book of Mormon with them and helped them understand the story and what was going on. Later we went and worked up in the North Shore area across the river. We met a really nice lady. She firmly believes that we were an answer to her prayers and that us showing up on her door right then was God’s way of telling her that this is the path she needs to take. Her name is Leslie and she is the wife of an investigator we have only seen a couple times.
Wednesday we went to a less-active’s home to help her assess some damage to her house and see what needs to be done. We later tried to contact some people in our area book. We met with John and Adina. We read a chapter out of the Book of Mormon with them. They are friends of some members. After the lesson, the members took us to eat. After we got our fill of pulled pork sandwiches, we went to contact a referral. This lady’s name is Pam and she is really nice. We dropped off a Bible for her that she had requested and within a couple minutes of talking to us, she opened up and just started to cry. We read a couple scriptures that could help comfort her in her situation and she asked us when we could come back. We were to go back Saturday morning, but she wasn't feeling well. We will reschedule. That evening we met with Zack. We went over the Gospel of Jesus Christ lesson. It was kind of a review for him. He is going out to Logan, Utah for Fall Break to visit a friend. We looked at the weather and it is supposed to be rainy and cold almost the whole time. We wished him good luck.
Thursday we met with Rebecca and Olivia again and went over baptism and confirmation of the gift of the Holy Ghost. We talked about where they were at and in the end, we asked them to pray about a date they can be baptized on. We won't get to meet with them until Friday because it is Fall Break this week. We came back and did some weekly planning. That night we had a good lesson with Venita. Our Branch Mission Leader, Bro Smith, came with us and we reviewed the Restoration. She had some good questions and we were able to answer and clarify them. She has some things that she will need to work out over time, but she seems like she will move forward in the gospel.
Friday we had District Meeting and we got to meet the new people in our District. Two of the areas got whitewashed. That means that they took both missionaries in those areas and replaced them with two new ones. In our District, I am the second oldest in terms of being out the longest. That is so weird to me. After District Meeting, we went over to the Rossville area and met with a guy named Gerald. He is a super nice guy. Right now he is only curious about what we believe, but we are hoping that he feels the Spirit and his desires change.
Saturday we met with Yetta again. We went over the Restoration with her. We left her with the commitment to read and pray about the Book of Mormon. She is such a wonderful lady and it is really sad to see her in the condition she is. Just try and imagine only skin and bones and that is what she looks like. She can't weigh more than 80 lbs. That night, the branch put on a fish fry. We had a pretty good turn out and we had two investigators come. It was at a park and there was a bunch of things to climb on at the playground and so I was over there doing a little American Ninja Warrior training. Felt good to do something like that again.
Sunday was an OK day. Great that we had church, but we didn't have anyone that we are teaching come to church. Fall Break was the excuse for the YSA, but not sure about the others. A little disappointing but that is OK. That is just how it goes sometimes.
So I would like to share a scripture with you guys. It's 2 Timothy 4: 5-7, "But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry. 6 For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:"
This scripture is pretty famous and one of the last things the Apostle Paul wrote. This can also apply to us though. We all are part of the ministry to teach others about Jesus Christ. The two main keys are to endure to the end through everything we face and to be diligent and continue to work hard. If we can do these things, we will be blessed and be able to say like Paul, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." We will have worked hard, endured to the end through all our hardships, stayed strong in our beliefs, and shared them with others. If we can do this throughout our lives and missions, and make it to the "end", then we will be able to hear and feel the words from our loving Heavenly Father, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." Oh how glorious it will be to hear such praise from our God. We can then know that our efforts were enough, they were cherished, and that we were able to show God how much we loved Him by feeding His sheep. I leave these things with you in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen.
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This point, however, is scarcely developed, and he does not explicitly discuss Jesus’ exhortation to “compel.” Christianity. Locke’s exclusion of disruptive behavior from “sincere” religious worship, justified according to the divinity of civil order, enabled him to emphasize freedom of religious practice and support a limited toleration without neglecting his ongoing concern with civil peace. SUMMARY. The Act of Toleration, or “An Act for Exempting their Majestyes Protestant Subjects dissenting from the Church of England from the Penalties of certaine Lawes,” passed by Parliament in 1689, represented the most significant religious reform in England since its break with the Roman Catholic Church in the 1530s. The grand theme of divine tolerance is the emphasis on "the patience and longsuffering of God" as it is frequently portrayed in the Christian Bible; This image of God has been invoked by early Christian advocates of toleration. John Locke presents an argument for toleration worth pondering in our time because few are giving toleration, let alone free speech, freedom of association, or liberty, serious thought.
Korkman avslutar i TD Tage Kurtén: En "intern" förståelse av kristen socialetik/An Internal Understanding of Christian Social Ethics Malvern (1941) as a pioneering venture in Christian Ecotheology. Panu Pihkala Ecumenical Recognition and Toleration of Otherness · Saarinen, R., Pihkala We live in a culture where christianity it associated with compromise. But, we're called to live with no toleration for sin or worldliness. In this podcast we'll discuss religious toleration combined with the intensification of the search for theological truth led to a unique phenomenon in early modern Europe: Jewish Christians Do You Indefinitely T.toleration 0|I 1.) MAN : beat by leoliennod produced by leoliennod 2.) Dorito : beat by spark the beat produced by Lacome, Denis (författare); [Frontières de la tolérance Engelska]; The limits of tolerance : enlightenment values and religious fanaticism / Denis Lacorne The Cambridge History of Christianity -- Bok 9781107423688 Calvinism and Religious Toleration in the Dutch Golden Age -- Bok 9780511029042 Jag hoppas du en dag vaknar upp och inser vad du kastat bort för att jag har gått och lagt mig med gråten i halsen för sista gången nu. lost and documents policy trends such as the growing toleration of dual citizenship, the Christian Råbergh, firstname.lastname@example.org. died 311; Roman emperor (305–311) notorious for his persecution of Christians.
It toleration is talking to and almost exclusively about Christians, centred on the recognition of a superior being, God, whose basic injunction for “mankind” could be discerned through reason.4 For Locke, “sincere” (genuine) religious practice, the outward expression of love and Religious toleration is the condition of accepting or permitting others' religious beliefs and practices which disagree with one's own. In a country with a state religion, toleration means that the government permits religious practices of other sects besides the state religion, and does not persecute believers in other faiths.
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A deeply religious man, Locke made the case for religious tolerance in a famous letter he wrote in 1689 titled “A Letter Concerning Toleration.” Christianity and Toleration. Locke’s doctrine of toleration begins with true Christianity, the purpose of the church, and the ends of civil society.
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Thus, the statements of Jesus quoted by Christians to indicate to which extent Christianity is tolerant do not constitute a Christian law but just moral and ethical commandments and teachings recommended by Jesus as well as other prophets including Prophet Muhammad. In this sense, the message of Prophet Muhammad does not differ from that of Jesus. Christians were singled out for persecution because of their own rejection of Roman pantheism and refusal to honor the emperor as a god. In 311 CE, Roman Emperor Galerius issued a general edict of toleration of Christianity, in his own name and in those of Licinius and Constantine I (who converted to Christianity the following year).
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As our world continues to speak about inclusivity, diversity, and tolerance, it can seem like Christianity is embarrassingly behind the times. Indeed, we can feel a bit like the knuckle-dragging Neanderthals of the religious world—ignorant, unenlightened, and archaic in our beliefs.
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313 CE Emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, which decriminalized Christianity and provided tolerance for all religions. It also declared that all church property that had been seized be returned. 325 CE The First Council of Nicaea meets to decide the universal doctrines of Christianity.
2021-03-24 · Dominicans arrived in the 1630s, but the Jesuits were the most successful, for reasons that bear directly on Kangxi’s toleration of the Order and, in turn, for Catholicism in China. Put simply, the Jesuits made it a lot easier for Chinese to become Christian. 2010-05-03 · Emperor Galerius Issues Edict of Toleration from 301-600 church history timeline. Learn about historical christian events within church history! Religious Tolerance in IslamReligious Tolerance in Islam One of the most important aspects of the Human Rights issue is the respect and tolerance which society must show towards the religions of other people; this, of course, includes the issue of freedom of religion. Tonight I would like to talk very briefly about the Islamic point of view on religious tolerance. The Qur'anic Point of View 2010-05-03 · Today the Toleration Act seems harsh and restrictive, but in its day it offered more religious freedom for the citizens of Maryland than for those in England and most of Britain's colonies.


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Pastor's Dale & Sharon Cox are passionate about seeing people come to know Christ and helping them build lives that are strong, healthy and vibrant in every area. They have devoted the past 29 years to reaching the lost, broken, hurting, and dying of this area. Today, Alive in the Spirit Church is a thriving, multi-campus church, developing leaders and impacting generations. God has blessed them greatly with a family that is devoted to furthering the Kingdom of God by serving in multiple area's of the church.
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The Circle of Life was formed in September 2014 in response to the ongoing need for regional collaboration in Okolona. St. Luke, St. Rita, and St. Athanasius are the three parishes who support the Circle of Life Youth Ministry Foundation. When young people in the area hear the words "Circle of Life", they automatically respond "Family of Love" because this indeed is a family ministry.
Our approach is inspired from the four pillars of the Catholic Church as well as God's greatest commandment "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength [...] you shall love your neighbor as yourself". We strive to create a fun, integrated environment that instills young people with their inherent dignity, gives them purpose, helps them face this difficult culture, and gives them the tools to live out God's plan for their lives!
From kickball, four square, and trust falls---to "Spiritual Happy Hour" on "4th Street LOVE"---not forgetting our mission trips, youth conferences, retreats, and summer concerts, there are so many opportunities for young people to grow in faith and family! Call or email us to learn more about how to get involved. You won't be disappointed! Click HERE to access our calendar of events!
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Worship Service Options for Sunday, November 8th
There will be a single outdoor worship service in Trinity's Parking Lot. Fellowship will begin at 9:30am, and the worship will begin a 10am. There are chairs set up, or you are welcome to bring your own. We have several outdoor heaters set up to keep you warm. Hot coffee is available, as well. If you would like to remain in your car, you can tune in to 101.3 FM on your car radio to listen live.
If you would prefer to be inside the building, the service will be streamed live to the TV in the Fellowship Hall.
Information for when Worship Services are in the church building:
If you are inside the church building, everyone should note:
- For everyone's health and safety, we really need to require everyone to wear a mask upon entering the building. Masks are available at the front entrance, and we encourage everyone to use the hand sanitizer.
- We will not encourage a lot of direct physical contact with one another (hugging, shaking hands, etc), but we can still be as friendly as ever: waving, talking while maintaining a social distance (6 feet apart), even doing the elbow bump.
- Holy Communion will be served as in the past on the first and third Sundays of every month. The procedure will be slightly different, however, for health and safety concerns: Everyone will come forward in a single line down the center aisle, receive the bread and wine from the servers, and make a circle back to their seat. You may take down your mask momentarily for receiving the communion elements. Wine for Holy Communion will be served only in small individual cups (no intinction or common cup). The small cups may be returned in the basket at either side aisle as you return to your seat.
Thank you for your forbearance as we seek to protect everyone's health and safety, be models of "What Would Jesus Do?"
The service will be streamed live to our Facebook page at: Trinity Lutheran Church If you miss it live, you can watch it at a later time.


The current status and legal position of the Diocese of Wilmington, at least in my mind, is ... conflicted.
For those reading outside Delaware, the Diocese sought Chapter 11 protection this week from the 142 child molestation victims in 131 lawsuits, who stand to be conceivably awarded up to $500 million in total damages from a Diocese that has assets of only about $50-100 million.
Of course, the laity might be forgiven (so to speak) for failing to understand that Diocese is a distinct corporate entity from all of its parishes and schools, none of which are parties to these suits. Yet in the strange world of interlocking relationships, the churches and the Diocese split collections, the Diocese provides additional funding to the schools, and--naturally--the Diocese approves and moves around all the priests and other religious folk assigned to each of these completely financially independent organizations.
It's kind of like the case where your doctor also maintains a lab in his building; you usually don't realize that the moment you step across the threshold to meet the smiling woman with the needle that you have stepped into a completely different business, and will receive a completely separate bill.
So I guess it was my naive temperment that did not realize that when Bishop Francis (or, before him, Bishop Saltarelli) visited Resurrection Parish, that we were not only greeting a spiritual leader, but hosting the CEO of another arm of our loosely relation industry sector [the religion industry].
There is something vaguely--no, wait, make that obscenely--wrong about religious entities standing by the Separation of Church and State when it is convenient, but then using every business law they can get their hands on to avoid taxation and individual liability for negligent or criminal acts.
So how am I conflicted?
Resurrection is one of the smaller parishes in the Diocese [we may be the smallest; I have never checked], and yet we provide holiday meals and presents for dozens of families; we run a food bank that doesn't turn anybody away hungry; we sent relief supplies to the Gulf Coast after Katrina; we partner with independent coffee growers in Ecuador or somewhere. At Resurrection it has not been the nuances of Christian theology that my children have learned over the years, but the necessity of giving from their substance to the community; the responsibility of becoming servants as well as entrepreneurs.
There are poor children who would have gone to very good Catholic schools on scholarship that--in another year or so--will not find that money available. There are projects that Catholic Charities will not be able to complete. There are things that will not get done that had been planned to make some folks' lives not just better, but survivable.
The evidence suggests that senior officials in the Diocese of Wilmington knew what was going on to defenseless children all those years ago and did worse than nothing. They covered it up. Bishop Saltarelli, whom I have admired on this blog more than once, does not always appear to have operated in the open spirit I would have thought the situation demanded. [Although it is important not to take the accusations of the plaintiffs' counsel as, uh, gospel, because they are being potentially well-paid not for objective statements but to paint their opponents in as poor a light as possible.]
So on the one hand we have the everyday and sometimes astounding good that the assembled entities that think of themselves as part of the Diocese of Wilmington [despite how the auditors draw the lines] have done and need to continue to do....
On the other we have the everyday and far too astounding evil that the entrusted--ordained!--leadership of that Diocese allowed to happen and then failed to deal with as they should have....
On the one hand long-suffering victims of childhood abuse who can never be made whole....
On the other the children, the poor, and the elderly who desperately need that helping hand....
Where do I come down on this?
Here: the balance of God between the Old and New Testaments is often philosophically and/or theologically presented as the balance between Justice and Mercy.
Justice demands that these victim's voices be heard, that their violators [along with their enablers] be called out into the light of day, and that if it takes every last penny belonging to the Diocese of Wilmington they must receive the only redress our courts can give them.
Even if the Diocese had unlimited financial resources, it would not be enough.
The rest of us must avoid the temptation to see these victims as our competitors for the Diocesan resources we would like to use for our children, for the poor. We have to accept that we--in a corporate sense--suffered the leaders who made these poor decisions to remain in positions of power for years. We have to accept that the redemption of our Faith, our Church, and even our Diocese requires us to worry more that those abused children will have their day to face their abusers, than about the financial hardships our churches will face.
We have to admit that what is causing the financial crisis is not anything those children did, but what our leaders did, and that we all share a responsibility to help make those children as whole again as possible.
Then we have to pick up the tools that are left to us, redouble our efforts not to let the good works--at least the most absolutely necessary--go undone. We're going to have to make some hard choices about what would be nice to do and good to do, as opposed to what we need to do. We're going to have to open our hearts and our wallets quite a bit deeper in a tough time to become the Church and the Christians we aspire to be.
We're going to have to be humble and pentitent when people refer to the Church as the Pedophile Protection Society, and recognize that we share in some measure of the human weaknesses that led us to this pass.
But we absolutely have to remember that our first obligation is to those 141 children who were harmed in our Diocese.
If a cathedral has to be sold to pay off that debt ... so be it. There were house-churches in early Christianity, and there can be again.
It is not a lovely position I hold; it is certainly [if the snatches of conversation I heard on Sunday are any indication] not going to be a popular one.
But it is--at least today--the only one that I find consistent with the teachings of the Gospels: we must attend to those who have been hurt before we can go back to attending those who need to be helped.


Every day since 1976, I have tried to follow God’s help for my life. I believe that God will help anyone who opens his/her life/heart to Him.
But following His will is sometimes difficult. The difficulty is in not letting your ego interfere with your soul.
I keep several books in my “textbooks for my life” group. I keep these separate and available and use them as textbooks. One of them is Callings: Finding and Following and Authentic Life by Gregg Levoy. Listening to callings for a life direction takes much patience and faith. In Callings, Levoy relates: “Just as in monastic life, where there are periods of being a candidate and a novitiate before taking vows, so in life our calls are also tested. We are tempted away and distracted; we
Hear the siren song of old habits and addictions; we feel pure laziness and amnesia; we discover the cold necessities of life.”
“Joseph Campbell called this part of the heroic journey “the road of trials” which is between The Epiphany and The Grind, between the heart flushed with heroic song and the heart with its human frailties. On this road, we answer the elemental question of whether our commitments are real or imagined. The ordeals on this endless road, the dragons that have to be slain over and over again, serve to test us, like the Sphinx who confronted Oedipus before he could continue his journey. They teach us humility and a sense of proper perspective, and they help reveal our hidden powers.”


Krastova Gora (Cross Forest) - spiritual center of Bulgaria
Krastova Gora (Cross Forest)
At the moment Cross Forest is the most significant Christian sanctuary in Bulgaria. It is located on a 1416 m peak, and it shares the peak with the St. Trinity Monastery and a few chapels.
Some pieces of religious ceramic vessels have been discovered at the top, proving that the place was worshipped by the Thracians thousands of years ago. When you come to Cross Forest, you can feel your faith and energy rising. The number of people, who recovered from all kinds of physical and mental diseases by coming here, is countless. Thousands of people climb this remote peak every single day, to strengthen their faith or to find a cure for their pains.
The place was called Cross Forest, because a piece of the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified, was buried here. The piece was brought by monks from the Bachkovo Monastery, who had bought it from the Turks in Tsarigrad (Istanbul). The Turks, on their part, had plundered the piece of the cross after they conquered the Byzantine capital.
The St Trinity Monastery has been here since the 8th century, and although it has been destroyed by the Turks more than once, it has always been restored, and it will always be a main Bulgarian center of Christianity.
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May 4, 2006 ~ November 2, 2019 (age 13) 13 Years Old
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WRIGHTSVILLE, GA. - FAHEY, Samuel John Fahey born into time on May 4, 2006, departed this life on Saturday November 2, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 13. Being born in the Ukrainian, Samuel's first five years were a lonely existence in a Ukrainian orphanage. But he was never alone again after joining The King's Cleft Family , who dearly loved him.
He will be sorely missed . His light heart-ed presence brought sunshine and joy to all. Consolation is found only in knowing he is now FREE from his disabled body and the struggles of this life. Being in a state of innocence we by faith trust he will forever experience love and rest in the presence of the Heavenly Father who alone grants True Shalom. Amen
Samuel gained sixteen brothers, eight sisters joining the King's Cleft Family. There are fifteen at home, while six are not. Four have already departed this life.
In his 13th season of life, Samuel passed into eternal rest on Saturday November 2, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Graveside Service for immediate family will be held on Wednesday November 6, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Kings Clefts Family Cemetery, 159 Union Grove Church Road, Wrightsville, GA Papa Dave Fahey, Officiating. In lieu of flowers, your gifts of love may be sent to: The Kings Clefts, 159 Union Grove Church Road, Wrightsville, GA 31096.
Service arrangements entrusted to the Compassionate and Professional Care of Wrightsville Memorial Funeral Home 478-207-7225.


William Aldridge’s and Samuel Whitchurch’s Competing Versions of John Marrant’s Life Story
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In this presentation, I maintain that book history offers important ways to trace the packaging, circulation, and consumption of early black Atlantic texts and lives. To begin a more comprehensive interdisciplinary initiative that fuses archival work, book history, and early black Atlantic literature, I attend to the key differences in various prose and verse editions of the best- selling conversion and captivity narrative, The Narrative of the Lord’s Most Wonderful Dealings with John Marrant, A Black, published both during and after the itinerant preacher’s lifetime (1755-1791). Specifically, I analyze relevant parts from the authorized fourth edition of Marrant’s narrative along with the unauthorized prose and verse editions written by the Methodist ministers, William Aldridge and Samuel Whitchurch. Aldridge and Whitchurch created versions of Marrant’s life based on his oral remarks on his conversion at his ordination in a Huntingdonian chapel in Bath. The differences found in Aldridge’s and Whitchurch’s respective texts underscore an editorial tension in the consistent repackaging of Marrant’s life story. Whereas Aldridge’s prose editions document Marrant’s captivity by and sustained interactions with the Cherokees, Whitchurch’s poem, The Negro Convert (c. 1785), boasts that the speaker of his poem will not “sing” of “Indians.” For Whitchurch, the sea and sailors–not the North American landscape and Native American peoples–provided a more realistic space for pursuing Marrant’s commitment to Christianity following conversion. This presentation also attends to parts of Whitchurch’s neglected poem, David Dreadnought, the Reformed English Sailor (1812). Whitchurch’s poem focuses on the maritime adventures of David Dreadnought, John Marrant, and David Henderson and the conversion narratives of this diverse group of mariners. Whitchurch wrote Dreadnought—and used Marrant’s life—to frame empire building as a providential act with the absorption of blacks (and Scots) and established a specific type of “imagined community” for early-nineteenth-century British readers.


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We seek to teach the Word of God and spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit, shaping and equipping our church family so that believers will be nourished and empowered to fulfill their God-ordained, created purpose and ministry. We seek to prepare people who care for one another and who sensitively reach to our City and the World that all may be saved, being brought to a living faith in Christ as Savior and Lord.


Reinhard Bonnke’s Death A Great Loss To Nigeria, Buhari Mourns
Written by darling on December 9, 2019
President Muhammadu Buhari has joined Christians in mourning the death of renowned evangelist, Reinhard Bonnke.
The Pentecostal evangelist died at the age of 79 on Saturday while surrounded by his family.
Hours later, President Buhari paid tributes to Bonnke in a statement by in Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina.
He described the renowned evangelist’s transition as a great loss not only to Nigeria but to Africa and the entire world.
The President condoled with the government and people of Germany, as well as family and friends of the great preacher and teacher of the Bible.
He also commiserated with Bonnke’s co-labourers in the vineyard and prayed that the good Lord would comfort all those that mourn him.
President Buhari affirmed that Bonnke’s crusades in Nigeria, across Africa and the globe strongly accentuated the message of Jesus Christ.
He added that the preacher’s vision and zeal for the salvation of souls clearly helped the world in understanding the power of love and kindness as a universal language.
The President prayed that the Almighty God would accept the soul of the departed preacher, believing that his legendary contributions to the body of Christ in teaching and writing would always be remembered by posterity.


Invite the warmth into your home with this astounding collection of Gold Christmas Baubles from Amazing Christmas. Gold Baubles signify prosperity and abundance because gold was one of the gifts the wise men brought to Jesus in the Christmas story. These Christmas baubles appear in different shades of gold. A perfect addition to your grand Christmas decoration.
All our Christmas baubles have a string attached for easy hanging on your Christmas trees, wreaths, and garlands. They are available in four (4) premium finishes: matt, gloss, glitter, and high gloss pearl to fit your design aesthetic. These baubles are made with the finest materials to ensure their shatterproof quality. They come in varying colours and sizes with a reusable PVC tube container or box.


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Postcard #307 - RUSSIA
I also got a postcard from Russia. It shows the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moscow. There are 3 beautiful stamps on the back, 1 snowflake shaped stamp of a church, another of St. Basil's Cathedral and 1 of a rose. The card took 41 days to get here and traveled 5,860 km.


We have a dedicated team of Governors on our Governing Board (GB), who work tirelessly to ensure that the pupils of St Barnabas and St Philip's have the best educational opportunities possible. There is a very strong link with St Barnabas and St Philip's Church, and our Christian Values underpin all the decisions made for our community.
The school is run by the Headteacher. The GB oversees the effectiveness of the school and together with the Senior Leadership Team provides strategic direction of the school for the work and improvement of the school. It also supports and monitors the budget. Finally, it holds the school to account for the standards achieved and the quality of education.
Our Chair of Governors is Gill Dandy - firstname.lastname@example.org


About Holy Ghost Church Denver Weddings
It seems that every year I find myself photographing weddings at the Holy Ghost Church in Denver, Colorado. Which is fine by me – it’s a magnificent church with a great balcony from which I can get some really nice overhead photos of the ceremony. To be quite honest there is a minister there who is one of the grumpiest men I may have ever met. Good news is I’ve worked with him before and I know what to expect and I know the rules he likes me to follow.
What do I love about the Holy Ghost Church in Denver? For some people, getting married in a church is important. And the Holy Ghost church is among a small group of churches in the metro area that can easily be called ‘spectacular’.


FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC ORIENTATION FOR KIGALI DIOCESE (2017 – 2022)
With the guidance of our Bishop the Rt. Rev. Muvunyi Louis Aimable and the contribution from different members of our Diocese, both lay members and the clergy; this five year strategic orientation has been made available. Round table discussion and training sessions are now taking place in order to equip diocesan department’s staff, archdeacons, pastors, catechists and lay leaders as the key implementers of our mission activities. Hence, the aim of this five year strategy is to help us be relevant to our fast changing context, to be more mission focused; it is our belief that this five year strategic orientation serves as a benchmark for anyone in our diocese who is preparing their respective strategic plans. It is our prayer, and desire that this unified way of working will enable us to grow as we expand God’s kingdom; we shall therefore respond to our Lord’s calling to bring many into a living relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ and to make them his faithful disciples as we seek to equip everyone to be an evangelist and a disciple maker.
Key 6 pillars of our five year strategic orientation:
Five out of six pillars were adapted from the five purposes of a Purpose Driven Church by Rick Warren.
- To be a church that promotes worship through singing, prayer and honoring God with her wealth.
- To be a church that evangelizes with an aim of growing members.
- To be a teaching church with an aim of having mature Christians.
- To be a church that promotes unity and solidarity among people.
- To be a church that promotes holistic development of her members and communities.
- To be a church that improves the performance and welfare of its staff.
Key strategic goals:
- Promoting quality worship and music in parishes.
- To train and form a chain of intercessors throughout the diocese.
- Teaching Christians to honor God with their possessions / wealth.
- Improving the quality and productivity of church choirs by merging those small choirs of the same congregations in order to have few good ones.
- Having good hospitality ministry and welcome teams in charge of receiving people and keeping in touch with first time church comers.
- Preaching with eagerness for the gospel to transform the lives of people.
- Evangelism in schools, army barracks, prisons and hospitals
- Striving towards qualitative and numerical increase of cell groups (House groups) and empowering their members to study the word of God and sharing about their faith.
- To identify those gifted in evangelism and to use them productively based on their location.
- To provide Bible study guides for church members to be discipled. Starting with those who already belong to key strategic groups (e.g. The Mothers’ Union groups, The Fathers’ Union groups and the Youth Union).
- To foster Christian unity and solidarity among Church members through encouraging them to belong to Christian groups, visits and activities of generosity. To promote a culture of living in peace and harmony through teaching and sports.
- Making church land and buildings productive or they will be replaced with what can be profitable to the church.
- Identifying and buying construction plots in urban places mostly where we have not yet planted churches.
- To be a church that transforms communities. Setting up savings schemes, cooperatives and teaching, and introducing better farming methods.
- Setting and enforcing clear rules and regulations governing the use of church assets and property throughout the Diocese.
- Educating pastors and all catechists to at least acquire the diploma level in theology (DTh).
- To facilitate pastors and catechists transport.
- To make regular and timely social security contributions for all pastors and catechists to have a well-defined retirement package.
- To comply with new government building standards upgrading our church buildings, pastors residences and other church buildings.
- To facilitate church planting, owning land or a building in every town and areas where people have settled.


The Zion Mortgage Reduction Committee is executing a major fundraiser to enable Zion to become mortgage free by the year 2017. You can support this effort by purchasing a brick in the Strickland Cook Legacy Garden. Phase 1 Deadline is Sunday, March 29, 2015. Click here for the Order form or Order online here.
Kairos Prison Ministry
The mission of Kairos is to share the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ with incarcerated men, women, youth and their families. There are many opportunities for you to serve. All we ask is that you have a willing heart and a spirit of obedience. For more information, go to http://www.kairosofgeorgia.org/ or contact the Church Office.
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Women's Spring Retreat ~ March 13 - March 14
Deacons Hour ~ March 15
Howard University Gospel Choir ~ March 22
Oratory Competition 2015
The Men's Ministry is sponsoring the 2015 Oratory Competition for youth in grades 9 through 12 for school year 2014-2015. Application deadline - Sunday, March 1. Competition finals will be held Saturday, May 2.
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Sunday Worship - 7:30 AM, 10:30 AM
RE: Jeffrey Haggray, Interim Senior Pastor, ZMBC
As you may already be aware, Pastor Haggray has accepted a position with the American Baptist Home Mission Societies. Blessings on him as he follows…


Peoples[ edit ] Based on the extant Hungarian chronicles, it is clear that more than one occasionally extended list existed of the peoples inhabiting the Carpathian Basin at the time of the Hungarian landtaking. Macartney, those lists were based on multiple sources and do not document the real ethnic conditions of the Carpathian Basin around It was strengthened by drystone walls at the end of the century. Four churches surrounded by cemeteries were unearthed in and around the settlement.
Inculturation, cultural and religious pluralism The Church, sacrament of unity, overcomes ideological or racial barriers and divisions and proclaims to all people and all cultures the need to strive for the truth in the perspective of correctly facing differences by dialogue and mutual acceptance.
Different cultural identities are thus to open up to a universal way of understanding, not abandoning their own positive elements but putting them at the service of the whole of humanity.
While this logic engages every particular Church, it highlights and reveals that unity in diversity that is contemplated in the Trinity, which, for its part, refers the communion of all to the fullness of the personal life of each one.
We are therefore face to face with a cultural and religious pluralism never perhaps experienced so consciously before.
On the one hand, rapid progress Be good little migrants being made towards a world-wide openness, facilitated by technological means and the media, with the result that cultural and religious backgrounds, traditionally different and foreign to one another, are being brought into contact and even mingled with one another.
On the other, fresh demands for a local identity emerge, which consider the cultural traits of each individual the means for self-realisation.
Together with peoples of different roots, other values and models of life are knocking at our doors.
While each culture tends to interpret the gospel in terms of its own way of life, it is the task of the Magisterium of the Church to guide these attempts and judge their validity.
To recognise and appreciate their positive aspects, which prepare them to accept the gospel, is a necessary prelude to its successful proclamation.
This is the only way to create dialogue, understanding and trust. Keeping our eyes on the gospel thus means attention to people too, to their dignity and freedom. Helping them advance integrally requires a commitment to fraternity, solidarity, service and justice. The love of God, while it gives humankind the truth and shows everyone his highest vocation, also promotes his dignity and gives birth to community, based on the gospel proclamation being welcomed, interiorised, celebrated and lived In the vision of the Second Vatican Council there are three fundamental ways in which the Church carries out its pastoral ministry: In fact the unity of Pentecost does not abolish the various languages and cultures but recognises them in their identities, at the same time opening them to other realities through the universal love at work in them.
The one Catholic Church is thus constituted by and in the particular Churches, just as the particular Churches are constituted in and by the universal Church cf.
Its starting point is the mystery of Christ and the vicissitudes of the individual and groups of which it is composed, and from this it is called to fashion a new history, gift of God and fruit of human freedom. In the Church, therefore, migrants too are called to be protagonists of this, together with all the People of God as pilgrim on earth cf.
RMi 32, 49 and From a concrete point of view the specific pastoral choices to be taken for the welcome of migrants can be delineated as follows: This specific pastoral work operates in the context of a phenomenon which, by bringing together persons of different nationalities, ethnic origins and religions into contact, contributes to making the true face of the Church visible cf.
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Join Sulphur Grove women as we help My Very Own Blanket make individual blankets for children in need. Spend a little time to cut and fringe blankets. The result of your efforts will create warmth, comfort, security, and most of all, a SMILE!
When: Sunday, October 8th, 2023
1pm Create Blankets
What: Make blankets for kids in the foster care system
Can you cut? Can you knot? Can you work with a team?
Then you can share God’s love by making a blanket for a child!
It’s fun and easy! Click here to see how it is done.
To learn more about what a difference these blankets make to foster children, click here.
Where: Sulphur Grove United Methodist Church
7505 Taylorsville Rd
Huber Heights, OH
No fees: Donations accepted to help cover the cost of materials
Sponsor: Sulphur Grove United Methodist Women / United Women In Faith


My Granny and Granddad’s back yard backed up to a Catholic Church. All of my aunts and uncles, as well as my parents and myself (and one of my sisters) attended the parish school, just steps from their back yard. My parents were married in that church, I was baptized and confirmed there. As kids, we played all over the grounds, including the graveyard (most particularly that graveyard). As the area around it changed and developed, that particular spot stayed the same. Sure, the uses have adapted – the ‘old’ school is now a retirement home, the ‘new’ school (built in 1959) is now a private Christian school and I’m not entirely sure what the convent is – but the church is still there, its physical presence seemingly unchanged. For all intents and purposes, it is the spot that is home to me, the one that is always there, exactly as I remembered it, if smaller (because everything is smaller than we seem to remember it).
I was there last week, for my cousin Sarah’s funeral. She was laid to rest next to her mother, my Aunt Loretta.
I’ve spent quite a bit of time thinking about this post. I wasn’t particularly close with Sarah – truth be told, I hadn’t spoken with her in some time. Sarah was 35, which is way too young for a life to end. I’m not even sure how to politely state how she died – her liver and kidneys gave out, the result of years of hard drinking.
Life isn’t fair and it isn’t always kind. It can be hard on a person. Not all of us can overcome the cards dealt us. Some of us just aren’t equipped to deal with what life hands us, some of us just can’t see the way out. That was Sarah. She was good at talking the talk, but when it came to the walk, it turns out, she just didn’t have it in her.
It’s sort of funny, how my generation of the family, having seen so many of the generations that came before us battle cancer, are terrified of the disease, when it turns out, the two of us that died before the age of 50, did so because of the mental illnesses that quietly run through our family, and not the cancer. I’ve lost two cousins in the last year and not quite a half, to what the rest of us chalk up as mental health battles. It may actually be more terrifying than cancer to be honest. I think I can safely say, the rest of us are starting to talk more freely about this with each other, questioning what the other is doing in regards to all this. The answer is that we are addressing it, if only because we’re all too stubborn to let anyone or anything, beat us. The family streak of competitiveness might actually be a good thing when you combine it with the crazy.
Sarah is finally at peace. May her legacy be that we all learn to be more open in regards to taking care of ourselves, in every possible way.