The last few Christmases have been very different. I suddenly became a matriarch – with all of its honors, trials, and tribulations. This year, I have been reminded of all of the blessings over the years, old and new, people who have come and gone, and the massive changes from the way I grew up.
When we were young, we had no responsibilities and fit into the traditions of our family. We learned at some point in our lives that some of us were so much more fortunate than others to grow up in a loving family. Maybe we didn’t have a lot monetarily or everything we wanted – but we had love and everything we needed.
My dad, a very educated man who taught English and Science, was also very sensitive and religious. We read a Bible lesson every night as a family and he instilled the real reason for Christmas. Christmas is to honor the birth of Christ. Period. I also learned from my parents to honor this spark of Christ in every living being. The gifts I remember from my dad were things like gloves put in the Christmas tree…things memorable and useful.
My mother, and her mother before her, made sure that everyone felt loved and was recognized and cared for. This was my responsibility for years – decorating, dinners, family gatherings. Now, this torch is being passed to my daughter as we go to her house for holidays. My role suddenly became the matriarch that holds the family together.
There are blessings and trepidations with each new role we take in life. Sometimes we have choice; sometimes life just evolves and chooses us. Whatever the phase, we can focus on the blessings or the trepidations, what we have or what we have lost. Regardless, we still have those precious memories of people and Christmases past and new memories in the making.
I have been blessed beyond my wildest dreams by good friends and family, and I wish the same for you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand this year. Wherever you are and whatever your situation, I wish you love, blessings and peace in your heart. A very Merry Christmas.


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The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 governs marital laws of Christians. A Christian is a person who professes Christianity. A Christian marriage can be solemnized between two Christians or between a Christian and a non-Christian. This is laid down under Section 4 of the Act. Thus, the laws under the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 would extend to a married couple whose marriage is solemnized as per the provisions of the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 regardless of Christianity not being the religion of one of them.
The applicability of the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 is restricted to marriage related laws. Dissolution of marriage is not governed by the Act. In order to terminate the marriage between a married couple whose marriage took place in accordance with the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, reliance has to be placed on The Divorce Act, 1869.
The Indian Christian Marriage Act does not cover dissolution of marriage. It only deals with registration of marriage.
Solemnization Of Christian Marriage
In order for a marriage to be considered valid as per Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, eitherboth the parties or one of the parties to the Christian marriage ought to be a Christian. In case the personal laws of either of the parties prohibit the marriage, the same would not be considered valid under the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872.
Since, the marriage does not have to be between two Christians, is not necessary for a person intending to have a marriage under the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 to get baptised. This was laid down in the case of K.J.B. David v. Nilamoni Devi.
In order to solemnise a christian marriage, the person has to be a pastor of a non-Catholic Church, a Marriage Registrar, any Christian authorised by the State Government or priest of a Roman Catholic Church. The said persons can also solemnise a marriage between a Christian and a non-Christian.
The State Government grants license to a Pastor of non-Catholic Church under Section 6 of the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 to authorise him to solemnise a marriage. A Pastor of a non-Catholic Church who solemnises a marriage without a license by the State Government is liable to be punished with imprisonment which may extend to ten years as per Section 68 of the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872.
Minority And Marriage
The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 defines minor as a person who has not attained the age of twenty-one years. In addition to that, such a person must not be a widower or a widow. The marriage between two parties where either of them is a minor can be solemnised under the Act. A licensed Pastor can solemnize marriage when either of the party is a minor. Section 15 of the Act requires every Minister totransfer the notice received from two parties intending to get their marriage solemnised when one of them is a minorto the Marriage Registrar.
If parties have not attained the age of consent i.e. they are minors, then the consent of the father of the minor needs to be obtained before getting the marriage solemnised and in case the father has passed away, the consent of the guardian of the minor and if the guardian is also deceased then the mother of the minor needs to give her consent.
In Lakshmi Sanyak v Sanchit Kumar Dharthe Apex Court held that under Canon 88 of the Roman Catholic Church the age of capacity to contract is attained at 16 years for a man and 14 years for a woman. Even though, at that age the parties would be minors, the validity of a Christian marriage being a contract is not affected by that. The Cannon Law governs prohibited relationships as well.
It has to be understood that a Court of Law holds a superior position than the Cannon Law. Thus, if a relationship is exempted from the prohibited degrees by a Court of Law it can no more be considered as prohibited by the Cannon Law.
- Section 10 of the Act states that a Christian marriage should be solemnised by a priest between 6 in the morning and seven in the evening after receiving a general or special license
- Section 11 states that a clergymen belonging to the Church of England have to solemnise a marriage in a Church barring exceptional cases where there is no church within five miles of distance or they have a special license.
- A Christian marriage can be solemnised between two parties having no living spouses at the time of marriage. The man must be at least 21 years old and the woman must be at least 18 years old. The marriage needs to be solemnised in the presence of at least two witnesses
Dissolution of a Christian marriage is covered under the Divorce Act, 1869. As per Section 2 of the Divorce Act, 1869, in order to seek relief under this Act one of the parties that is either the petitioner or the respondent must be a Christian by religion.
Section 10 of the Divorce Act, 1869 provides instances as to when a Christian marriage can be terminated. The first and the foremost ground is that of adultery. In addition to that, a wife may initiate divorce proceedings against her spouse who has committed cruelty on her or is accused of rape, sodomy, bestiality. If one of the spouse converts to another religion, then also marriage may be dissolved. In case of unsound mind, sexually transmitted diseases and desertion of the petitioner by their spouse for a period equal to or more than two years a divorce can be sought on such grounds.
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Section 10A of The Divorce Act, 1869 prescribes a two or more years of separation period before a marriage can be dissolved by mutual consent. This provision was held arbitrary and offensive by the Hon’ble Kerala High Court in Saumya Ann Thomas v. The Union of India in the year 2010. The Hon’ble Kerala High Court held that the stipulated period of two years has to be read as one year because The Special Marriage Act’s Section 28(1), the Hindu Marriage Act’s Section 13B(1), and the Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act’s Section 32B(1) all stipulate a one-year period.
Recently in 2022, the Hon’ble Kerala High Court in Anup Disalva v. Union of India struck down the minimum separation period of one year as stipulated under Section 10A of The Divorce Act, 1869 being violative of the fundamental rights.
Author: Sonakshi Pandey, A Student at Symbiosis Law School, NOIDA, in case of any queries please contact/write back to us via email to firstname.lastname@example.org or at Khurana & Khurana, Advocates and IP Attorney.
- Lakshmi Sanyal v. Sachit Kumar Dhar, (1972) 2 SCC 647
- J.B. David v. Nilamoni Devi, 1952 SCC OnLine Ori 24
- C.V. Subba Rao’s Family Law in India
- Saumya Ann Thomas v. Union of India, 2010 SCC OnLine Ker 5197
- Anup Disalva v. Union of India, 2022 SCC OnLine Ker 6415


Many damned beautiful things in this world..
Firstly, now I got someone who is caring and loving me, girl, besides my mommy... She's my girlfriend.. (P.S. : I'm proud of you, Tania).
Second thing is that I could join the "Temu Kolese" event. It was an event that held once in 3 or 4 years, the event that connect and meet-up students (but sadly, not all, only delegations) from Jesuit Colleges in Indonesia..
The third thing is that me, and my friend Angre could won the 1st winner of "appreciation of literature" contest in the Temu Kolese (actually we call it as Te-Kol)..
Big thanks to Jesus Christ, my Lord, Father, Best friend, Inspiration, and many more.. (P.S. : I'm Your biggest fans!)
Thanks also to my mom, that keep praying for me, caring me.. Love you a lot mom :*
Then thanks to my girlfriend.. Sorry for those bad things.. Love you :*
Then this is some phrases that I think it'd make us more comfortable and enjoy to face this damned world :
"The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You [are] with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me."
|So that's all for now bradda-sista, we'll catch up later more.. Jah Bless Em!|


My rating: 4 of 5 stars
When I first started reading, “The Art of the Follower”, I had mixed feelings about the book…due to first having pre-conceived expectations and secondly, tentatively concern how biblical based the book would be, but as I read through the book, and the examples that Dag Heward-Mills provides, shows how different people in the Bible, really, out of faith and devotion, followed God, despite the circumstances surrounding them.
The author, mixes in not only just moments from the Bible, but also personal experiences, that helped brings relevance, not just looking back, but looking at how does this relate in today’s time, not just believing in Christ, but following Christ as well, and brings that awareness that following Christ, wasn’t just for times of old, but just as relevant today.
Like any books, “The Art of the Follower” needs to be read with discernment and always asking one self, does this line up with Scripture and what does the Bible have to say.
Two hundred and nine pages, there are no study guides in, “The Art of the Follower”, but rather, it is a christian living/encouragement book; Each chapter starting with, “The Art of Following….” and a person from the Bible, along with a look at their lives, and how they follow God and how we should be encouraged and inspired by their act of faith.
Broken into three sections, the book stands out in its writing, but this is not a fast read, but a book that I found, it was essential to just take the time working through and basically letting what Dag Heward-Mills has to share, sink in.
The topics are well covered and makes for great discussion on how to have a richer life following God, but as shared, this is not a fast read. It’s a book that at the end, will have one contemplating, are they just surfing through life, or are they truly living the rich life that God has intended a follower of Christ to really experience.
“Art of the Follower” is a deep book that is both complex and really digs into the story of people from the Bible and how, by their example, each of them follow God and both how and what we can learn from their lives.
This is a book, that you will want to read with a highlighter, post it notes and the Bible by your side, all the while, prepared to how you can live a life as God wants us to be.
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As the author of more than 75 books distributed worldwide, Pastor and Medical Doctor, Dag Heward-Mills also leads a worldwide ministry and presides as Bishop of Lighthouse Chapel International, with almost 1,300 churches spread across the globe in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Australia, including 63 churches in 24 U.S. states. Heward-Mills holds highly-successful evangelistic outreaches throughout Africa and other emerging countries and leads a myriad of other endeavors, including a Medical Missions Team, Bible training centers, schools, a hospital, an orphanage, church leader conferences, a host of media outlets including an on-line television site and more.
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Some twenty centuries ago, Peter and his brother Andrew were the first to respond when they heard Jesus say, “Come, follow me …” Since that day, millions have answered that same noble call to follow in his steps.
However, in today’s Christian culture of shallow commitments and half-hearted discipleship, where many believers deem it their right to choose when, where and how far they will follow, unconditional obedience is often perceived as a legalistic and lifeless proposition. In his newest book, “The Art of the Follower” (summer 2013), Dag Heward-Mills, world-renowned pastor, author and evangelist, assures readers of the joys of unbridled pursuit of God and encourages them to follow from a sincere heart of gratitude for his great grace and love.
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AND NOW…THE FIRST CHAPTER:
At first glance the practice appears innocent and simple enough.
. . safe . . . and usually rewarding. But, beware my friend! Following is actually a very powerful practice . . . frequently risky . . . sometimes life-threatening . . . and always consequential.
In everyday language we often hear and speak about following. Notice these common expressions:
Follow the leader
You’re following too close Just follow me!
Don’t follow me. I’m lost too! (bumper sticker) Follow your nose
She/he has quite a following Follow the money
I think I’m being followed I was just following orders
So, who are you following? I don’t mean breaking news, a favourite performer or sports team. I’m asking about the beliefs you follow — the ones that shape your personal values and attitudes. What defines the true significance of your life? Who do you look to for guidance? Which teacher has the answers that satisfy your soul? Whether intentionally or unknowingly, everyone is following someone.
If we’re truthful, the first answer is usually “me.” I follow me! Indeed, every one of us begins in life following ourselves, our own wants, our desires, our personal passions. Eventually, most of us also notice the value in altruistic efforts that bless others. But, truth be told, without the “feel good” rewards of these activities, we eventually struggle to sustain them. For, at our core we are all sons of Adam and products of “the Fall.” Our carnal hearts march to the drumbeat of “self” — alienated from the Maker who created us to know and enjoy an intimate and personal relationship with Him. It is our untamed “me” — our selfish rebellion — that bars us from this righteous pleasure.
Paul declares in Romans 3:10, “There is none righteous, no not one.” The prophet Isaiah penned, “All we like sheep have gone astray, we have turned everyone to his own way” (Isaiah 53:6). Fortunately, he prophetically adds the solution: “but the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.” Jesus said of himself in Matthew 20:28, “Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” You may have recited from your childhood the familiar words of John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
This promise of salvation — the redemption opportunity each of us needs so badly — was fulfilled in the life and death of our Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ. This salvation gift from God himself becomes real for you when you receive it. “He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him” (2 Corinthians 5:21).
Salvation cannot be acquired by working diligently to imitate Christ. Ephesians 2:8-10 instructs us, “For it is by grace [unmerited favor] you have been saved, through faith — and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works so that no one can boast. For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God pre- pared in advance for us to do.” When correctly understood, this amazing redemption and new standing with God daily motivates our love and obedience to Jesus Christ.
The true Christian believer “follows” Jesus Christ. And following him is serious business — a life-long commitment to being his disciple as a mature follower. Some twenty centuries ago, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew were the first to hear and respond when Jesus said, “Come, follow me . . .” (Matthew 4:19).
Since that day, thousands of millions have followed their example — heeding Christ’s eternity-changing invitation to “Follow Me!” Jesus is the only worthy one to follow because he is the Christ, the only begotten of the Father and the only Saviour of all mankind.
Over the next five chapters, I pray your mind will be illuminated and your heart will thrill to a deeper understanding of the Art of the Follower.
What Is The Art of Following?
Throughout your Christian journey, many leaders will request your allegiance. Always the first question you must ask is, “But, who are you following?” If, upon examination, that leader’s life validates that he or she is truly following Jesus, then you may follow safely. However, one must never lose sight of the truth that only Jesus Christ can forgive your sins and one-day present you faultless before the Father. So, first and always, follow Jesus!
Defining The Art Of Following
• The art of following is the art of copying
• The art of emulating someone
• The art of imitating something
• The art of trying to be like someone
• The art of reproduction
• The art of cloning
• The art of becoming a double
• The art of becoming a twin
• The art of catching up
• The art of surging forward
Success Follows Following
Children naturally and instinctively employ the art of following. By copying, children surge forward with leaps and bounds — learning to speak complex languages in very short periods of time. Following, copying or emulating accomplishes almost all the learning younger children do.
Following, however, isn’t just a personal practice of individuals. Many nations — rich for centuries — became so by following. Europe and America largely used the art of following to become among the oldest and most prosperous nations in the world. Through emulation, each European country became like their neighbours and developed into an almost identical wealthy state. Their roads, buildings, and other infrastructures are similar. Their banking and economic systems are almost identical. Their military capabilities match. The lifestyles of the people and the conditions of living are similar in each of these countries. Indeed, through emulation, the nations caught up with neighbours — refusing to be left behind in the race for prosperity.
Similarly, nations more recently rich also employed following. Taiwan, China, and Korea are well known for their ability to follow and copy. Indeed, most nations that have become wealthy in the last fifty years are masters at the art of following. These wealthy nations are well known for their ability to copy. Indeed, many of their products are clearly imitations. They produced cars that were virtually exact replicas of well-known European models. The Koreans are not embarrassed by modelling their Daewoo cars after Opel, and the Ssangyong after Mercedes Benz and the Hyundai after Toyota. Through their shameless copying, they quickly caught up and surged forward to become leading carmakers.
In almost every field of technology and endeavour, they have caught up and surged forward, creating wealth that others could only dream of. Those who were ashamed to copy could only stand by as the masters of copying surged ahead to become millionaires and billionaires.
Jesus Christ, the Son of God, Used the Art of Following
Jesus, too, used the art of following to transform illiterate fishermen into leaders and managers of a worldwide movement. If the Son of God would use the art of following as His method of training, it must be the highest and most superior method of learning, training and teaching.
The art of following is the art of imitating and copying someone. The art of following is the art of becoming like the person you admire. The art of following is the art of becoming a replica of a person that is ahead of you. Through the careful and thoughtful use of the art of following, you will be able to catch up and surge forward in your life and your ministry. Even more importantly, you will become a wiser, more mature, more passion- ate, and more effective disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ.


(Spanish word meaning “little course”) gives attendees the tools to enthusiastically share the joys of knowing Christ with others in their lives. During the Thursday through Sunday retreat, participants engage in study, reflection, fellowship, and worship.
Education for Ministry “EfM”
EfM invites people into small, mentored communities that help us understand our lives and shape our actions as we deepen our Christian faith. Through study, prayer, and theological reflection, EfM enables us to discover and exercise our gifts for ministry where we live and work. Classes meet on Mondays from 4 – 6 p.m.
Newcomers’ Welcome Ministry
This ministry welcomes and shares the love of Christ and St. John’s with those new to our church family. We do this in many ways including note writing, giving tours of our church facilities, and hosting various events.
Adult Christian Education
Our Christian Education programs provide offerings throughout the year that nurture us as we grow spiritually, and follow the Way of Christ, so that we may lead others. Diverse topics include foundation classes, small group studies, social justice issues, and theology & church history. Volunteer presenters are always welcome, whether you feel led to present a single class or facilitate a multi-week class.
Wednesday Bible Study
Each Wednesday at 10 a.m. we meet on Zoom to look at the readings for the upcoming Sunday. We study the texts, their background, and what they mean for us today.
Men’s Bible Study
Operating at St. John’s for (at least) 30 years, this group meets weekly on Thursday mornings via Zoom at 7:30 a.m. The study focuses on the lectionary readings for the following Sunday.
Women’s Bible Study
This group meets every Thursday at 9:30 a.m.in the Parish Hall. The study is led by the group and is a great way for women of all ages to connect and share their faith.
St. John’s 101
A 9-week class designed to help understand the Episcopal Church and how St. John’s lives into the vision and mission to which God calls us. This is informative for life-long Episcopalians and those wanting to learn more about this denomination and its spiritual depth. Anyone interested in joining St. John’s or being Confirmed, Received, or Reaffirming their faith, in the Episcopal Church should take this class.
Children’s Sunday School Volunteers
Consider using your talents and time to nurture, pass the faith, and have fellowship with young people on Sunday mornings. You do not need to have teaching experience. Lessons and supplies are provided.
Children’s Sunday School
Offered for children in preschool through 5th grade at 10 a.m. on most Sundays, our teachers work to provide a loving, creative, and active experience for children to recognize how much God loves us and how we are called to love each other. Our teachers are required to pass a background check and attend Safeguarding Our Children classes.
Youth Group & Sunday School
Students in grades 6th – 12th meet throughout the semester for faith formation, service projects, and fellowship.
This ministry helps to nurture our congregation by coloring, hand-writing, and mailing beautiful cards to those who could use encouragement or support during a difficult time. Cards are provided each month and can be sent from the comfort of your home.
This ministry writes and sends birthday and anniversary cards. Cards are provided each month and can be sent from the comfort of your home.
Our Healing Service takes place on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. All are invited to come together and pray for those who are in need of healing, and to share Eucharist.
Power of the Spirit Prayer Chain
“Intercession is a way of loving others…Intercessory Prayer is selfless prayer, even self-giving prayer….This is not optional; it is a sacred obligation—and a precious privilege— of all who take up the yoke of Christ” -R. Foster
The Power of the Spirit Prayer Chain of St. John’s is a faithful group dedicated to praying for the needs of others. Requests are sent via email with the permission of those for whom we pray. There are no set times for prayers. Those who pray may pray whenever and wherever they are. There is a sacred trust when others ask for prayers. Their request is not to be repeated to others. Join the chain and be a loving, strong, faithful pray-er for others!
We meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. for fellowship while we knit and crochet shawls for those in need of healing and comfort, and blankets for infant baptism.
Stephen Ministry is a lay Christian care ministry that brings Christ’s healing love to those facing life’s many challenges. Stephen Ministers are well-trained to provide a high-quality one-on-one Christian relationship offering a caring presence and providing emotional and spiritual support in a confidential/ non-judgmental manner.
Young Adult Group
Monthly adult and family gatherings of those with or without school aged children. A time to grow in Christ and fellowship with other families!
Dessert and Discussion
All ladies are welcome. We meet the second Monday evening of the month at the home of Noreen Hendley to share fellowship and grow in our faith.
We serve and welcome others by sharing food and drink between services and at other receptions and events.
Food, fun, and fellowship! The Lunch Bunch meets on the second Wednesday of each month at various restaurants around town.
Men of St. John’s
The Men of St. John’s group is open to all men of the parish who desire to connect, grow, and serve Christ together. Our informal meetings typically involve fellowship, food, discussion, community service, and a short devotional.
Joining a small group at St. John’s is a fantastic way to connect with others. We offer a range of groups for all ages and interests, from young adults to retirees as well as families. Some groups include book studies, fellowship gatherings, and even dinner clubs. There’s something for everyone, whether you want to meet new people or delve deeper with a close-knit group.


May 2018 Newsletter
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Please Pray For:
1. Pray for our travels during the hot summer months, as the heat has already started. Today it is 97 F. Humidity 85%. In summer, our temperatures will go beyond 120 F. We plan to travel for 7 weeks to different regions of our state, with programs including several outreach programs and 26 nightly gospel meetings, a few leadership conferences and youth meetings.
2. Good health and road safety.
3. Pray for those who stay at the headquarters in Vijayawada to look after the ministry while we are traveling, especially in the absence of Surekha. It is actually a very difficult challenge for all of us.
4. Sufficient funds to continue to run different ministry activities.


Donald Bernard Boeding, 85
Donald Bernard Boeding age 85 of New Hampton, IA, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018, at the New Hampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 6, 2018, at Holy Family Parish, New Hampton with Rev. Brian Dellaert celebrating the Mass. Placing of the pall will be by Arlene along with Don's children. Musicians will be the Lau Family. Lectors for the service are Pat Junko, Connie Potts, and Chris Junko. Ashley Boeding and Megan Fitzgerald will present the offertory gifts.
Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, New Hampton with military rites by the New Hampton American Legion Post #38. Pallbearers will be Chris Junko, Greg Junko, Dustin Boeding, Matt Sedivec, Mike Potts, Garrett Boeding, Brock Boeding, Drew Boeding, Ben Thiemann, Mitch Thiemann, and Nick Thiemann. Honorary pallbearers will be Becca Kirk, Laura Junko, Michele Stephens, Stephanie Sedivec, Kristin Shaver, Caroline Wald, Cara Holub, Kiley Boeding, Ashley Boeding, Lindsey Sainsbury, Jenna Fitzgerald, Megan Fitzgerald, Karly Fitzgerald and Michaela Fitzgerald.
Friends may greet the family 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 5, 2018, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton where there will be a 7:30 p.m. parish scripture service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Saturday. Online condolences for Don's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Joseph Community School, New Hampton.
Donald Bernard Boeding was born in rural Waucoma, Iowa on the family farm, April 16, 1933, to Bernard and Elizabeth (Schmitt) Boeding. He attended rural school through the eighth grade.
On November 4, 1953, Don was inducted into United States Army and served his country during the Korean Conflict, until being honorably discharged.
At a dance at the American Legion Hall in Lawler, Don met his future wife Arlene Ries of North Washington. On October 12, 1953, the couple was married at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in North Washington. To this union four daughters and three sons were born.
Don worked a few years on a farm west of Lawler. In 1955, he and Arlene bought their home farm north of New Hampton. He also was Regional Director and Corporate Level Director for Associated Milk Producers and was a Farm Bureau member and former Director. He was also a member of the American Legion, the Catholic Order of Foresters and the former St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Hampton.
Don grew up enjoying life in the country. In their younger years, Don and Arlene enjoyed going to dances. He liked country music, westerns, hunting, and checking the progress of crops in the fields. Don and Arlene also loved to travel and made trips to Italy, New Zealand, Hawaii, New York, Holland, and Germany. He also loved hunting in Wyoming and fishing in Tennessee. Don always looked forward to visits from his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Don is survived by his wife of nearly 65 years, Arlene; his children, Patricia (Tom) Junko of Lawler, Ken (Sandy) Boeding of New Hampton, Connie (David) Potts of Hugo, Minnesota, Lynn (Dee) Boeding of New Hampton, David (Barb) Boeding of New Hampton, Kay (Roger) Thiemann of Fruit Cove, Florida, and Diane (Tom) Fitzgerald of New Hampton; 25 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren with another due in November; one sister, Marian Rouchka; many nieces and nephews; many special friends and neighbors.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Elizabeth Boeding; sister, Alice Papenheim; brothers in law, Chester Rouchka and Gene Papenheim.


Celebrated around the world, Easter is one of the most important holidays in the Christian religion. The springtime holiday celebrates the belief that Christ resurrected from the dead. But this year, Easter celebrations will likely look a lot different as more than 1.5 billion people worldwide have been asked to stay home amid the spread of coronavirus. On Thursday, the U.S. surpassed China and Italy as the nation with the most confirmed cases of COVID-19. President Donald Trump said earlier this week that he hopes to lift coronavirus restrictions by Easter because it would be a “beautiful time.” But Dr. Anthony Fauci, a member of the coronavirus task force and the country’s leading expert on infectious diseases, said the Easter deadline was “flexible” and needs to be evaluated on a day-to-day basis.
Here is a look at some of Easter’s cherished traditions and how they may change because of the coronavirus pandemic.
What is Easter?
The biblical story of Easter says that three days after Jesus was murdered, he arose, and women who checked on his tomb Easter morning found it empty. Easter also marks the end of Holy Week, the last week of Lent.
When is Easter?
This year, Easter is April 12. Easter falls on a different Sunday each year, sometime between March 22 and April 25. Easter is held on the first Sunday after the Paschal moon or the first full moon occurring on or after the vernal equinox. Easter changes because it is tied to the Jewish calendar. In the Bible, Jesus was resurrected on the first Sunday after the Jewish festival of Passover, which also changes each year.
How is Easter celebrated?
Over Easter weekend, churches hold special worship services, communities host Easter egg hunts and many children wake up to Easter baskets full of sweets or toys.Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, and Good Friday worship lead up to Easter church services.Many families also decorate eggs, a tradition which may have origins in pagan rituals celebrating the spring season dating back to at least the 13th century, according to the History channel. Those dyed, hardboiled eggs, or ones filled with candy, are often hidden for children to find, as part of a game that may have been hatched in 16th century Germany by church reformer Martin Luther, according to CBS. Egg hunts and egg rolls, which began around the Capitol building in the 1870s, are among the most popular Easter activities for children. Many children also pose for photos with the Easter bunny — another symbol that may have come from pagan rites of spring — who brings baskets full treats. Popular candies associated with Easter include Peeps, chocolate bunnies and candy eggs like those made by Cadbury. Sorry, parents: Your kid’s Easter basket likely packs over a month’s worth of sugarWhy egg hunts, bunnies and Peeps?: Easter traditions explained
How will Easter be different this year?
First lady Melania Trump canceled the White House Easter Egg Roll this year “out of an abundance of caution” amid the coronavirus pandemic. Coronavirus is also forcing churches to embrace new ways of worshiping. To adhere to social distancing guidelines, many churches are rapidly shifting or expanding services online in time for Easter.Catholic archdioceses in major cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Portland have closed churches with some encouraging priests to livestream Mass.With most of its 30,000 churches shutting down on Easter, the Methodist church is also turning online to fill the void. For Easter, the national Episcopal church organization is looking for a church in New York City from which to livestream the Sunday service.The Easter bunny may also need to get creative this year (and keep its social distance), as treats may not as readily available. Amazon said it will “temporarily prioritize” shipments of popular items such as medical supplies or household staples through April 5 and temporarily closed its Prime Pantry service due to demand.Grocery stores may still be stocked with holiday favorites for those who are able to make the trip. Just Born, the candy company that makes Peeps, has had to shut down its Pennsylvania factories, but said all of the chick- and bunny-shaped candy has been produced and shipped to retailers for the Easter season. Finding eggs to dye could be more difficult and expensive this year. Egg prices have skyrocketed due to coronavirus panic buying and “offerings are very limited and insufficient to meet the current level of need,” according to the Department of Agriculture.


Location: Notre Dame, IN
Established Date: 1842
Nickname: Fighting Irish
Mascot Name: The Leprechaun
Conference: Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), Independent (Football)
Fight Song: “The Victory March”
Football Stadium: Notre Dame Stadium
Basketball Arena: Purcell Pavilion
Baseball Stadium: Frank Eck Stadium
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Jeff and Christi Boyd (Kinshasa)
As regional liaison for Central Africa, Jeff Boyd facilitates support for the relationships, programs, and activities of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) partners in Congo, Cameroon, and Equatorial Guinea. From his base in Kinshasa, the capital of Congo, he also resources PC(USA) mission personnel and helps connect partner churches with PC(USA) congregations and presbyteries that want to be involved in ministry in the region. Besides the Congo, Christi works in three other French-speaking African countries, Madagascar, Niger, and Rwanda, and one non-French-speaking country, South Sudan. She accompanies global partners as they seek to remedy the marginalization of women and children in their communities, and engages with Presbyterian constituencies in the U.S. that wish to come alongside and promote those efforts.
Larry and Inge Sthreshley (Kinshasa)
Larry works with partner churches and organizations to help them build capacity for health ministry in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His work has helped partners run large, internationally funded health programs that have greatly impacted health in these countries. Larry says his goal is to help the church “effectively demonstrate the love of Christ through health ministry.” Inge works with the CPK community garden program which has had great success in addressing children’s malnutrition, helps test and analyze fuel efficient smokeless stoves, and provides guidance to the Methodist Presbyterian Hostel, a mission guesthouse and conference center (see http://mphguesthouse.org).


I love receiving gift cards. Some people think they are too impersonal. I don’t, because I’d rather buy what I want than get an engraved keychain or a bottle of Old Spice as a gift. My favorite cards are Amazon, Lowes and Bass Pro Shop. I just received a BPS card the other day. Yesterday I surfed the site. I don’t need anything and really don’t want anything right now, but I know I’ll be ready when something triggers my trigger in the next few weeks or months before my next fishing or hunting trip. Until then, I will put it away knowing that no matter what, it will be there waiting to be put into service.
I remember an episode in my life almost two decades ago. I had left my church and started the Outdoor Truths ministry. I had no guarantee of support other than what a few people had promised and the prospect of a few speaking engagements in the future. I didn’t know exactly where my supply would come from. I only believed that I was doing what God wanted me to do. And I personally needed to know if God was still calling people to take radical steps of faith. I kept a journal during this time because I knew I would need to document God’s work for my faith to grow in the future. Here is an entry from my diary.
That afternoon, a doctor friend of mine who had told me she was going to help me came to mind. I knew I had to follow up with her. We had a great conversation, and she told me how she had been led by the Lord to support my ministry. She’s going to give out checks that are post-dated for the next few months, and I have to cash one every month. I don’t know how much each will cost, but that doesn’t matter. God put another person in my life.
Right now, I think that’s a great illustration of God’s provision. He provided post-dated checks for all of us. Each of his promises is our assurance that he will provide each day, and I don’t have to worry about next month because I already have the check for that month in my hand.
That was many years ago, and I’m glad his promise still holds true. But it’s not a promise just for me. This is his promise to you. He gave you gift cards. One for every need – prepaid and ready to activate when your need is revealed. You can imagine how I must have felt having those checks in hand. The same I feel today with this Bass Pro gift card. And the same as you and I can feel knowing that God has prepaid for all of our future needs.
Gary wrote the Outdoor Truths article for 20 years. He has also written four books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotion. He also speaks at wild game dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. He can be reached at gary@outdoor truths.org.


about the alliance
Bethany Alliance Church is part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. The Alliance is an evangelical denomination committed to discipleship and world missions. Approximately 18,000 of its more than 20,000 churches are located outside the United States in 81 countries. Total constituency numbers over 2.6 million and Alliance members support over 700 missionaries for the U.S. in 70 countries.
The Alliance mission is to know Jesus Christ; exalt him as Savoir, Sanctifier, Healer and Coming King; and complete his Great Commission: evangelizing and discipling persons, incorporating them into churches, and mobilizing them for active involvement in a world-wide missionary effort.
David Hennig is the pastor of Bethany Alliance.
Prayer and Discipleship
We believe that prayer in loving dependence upon Christ is the key to bearing God-glorifying fruit in our lives.
In addition to Sunday School for all ages, we have women's and men's Bible studies which you are welcome to join - just ask! Our desire is to do everything we can to help you to grow.


For all of its grandeur, Exeter Cathedral tries hard to remember its central mission as a community of God. And, for the most part, it succeeds. We were fortunate to walk in on a recent afternoon just as the hourly tour was starting. The docent was in great spirits and obviously was enthused about sharing this great Gothic cathedral with others.
I’ve been to many of the great (and likely not-so-great) cathedrals in the US and several countries of Western Europe, and Exeter Cathedral holds its own in terms of prominence, beauty and history.
Linebackers (not) Wanted
Started on the foundation of an earlier Norman church, two towers and about 10 feet of the nave walls remain from the earliest building. But atop those humble walls sits the longest continuous medieval stone vault in the world, about the size of an American football field.
Despite its age (started in 1114, with a rebuild in Decorated Gothic style in the 13th and 14th centuries), the cathedral seems much more open and airy than many other cathedrals I’ve visited. Part of the reason may be the bomb that hit the back of the church during World War II, which blew out most of the stained glass windows. Fortunately, the Great East Window was removed and stored in Cornwall during the war, so the 14th century glass remains. You can still see gouges in the columns that resulted from flying debris from the bomb blasts. One of the new windows depicts the bombing and its aftermath.
Parts of the cathedral also retain their original paint. Stone certainly is beautiful in its own right, but paint brings out a warmth that stone can’t match. The stone figures outside the cathedral were once brightly painted, but the docent said there are no plans to recreate those colors in the cathedral.
Whip it Good
We particularly enjoyed the astronomical clock that dates from 1484, when the earth was thought to be the center of the universe. The minute hand was added at the relatively late date of 1760.
Other relevant features of Exeter Cathedral include:
- A 4,000 pipe organ that was recently refurbished. According to a history of the cathedral, the longest pipe is 36 feet tall.
- The elephant misericord, one of 50 tie-up seats that ran along the walls of the cathedral so clergy could sit while appearing to remain standing. Seats are a relatively “modern” convenience. These misericords were carved in the 13th century.
- Proof that idiots exist in every age can be seen in the extensive graffiti on the alabaster effigy of Bishop Edmund stafford, who died in 1419.
- The 14th century Minstrels’ Gallery features 14 carved angels playing a dozen medieval instruments, including the bagpipes.
- The windows above the Minstrels’ Gallery were for the dog whipper, who kept order in the nave, which was the social center for the town for centuries. In the illustration the docent showed, the dog whipper was going after a canine who had just peed on one of the columns.
Our nearly hour-long tour flew by, and we were left with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Exeter Cathedral’s place in history and in the life of the Anglican church. During our visit, activity ceased within the cathedral as the duty chaplain called for silence and offered a prayer for those within the cathedral and for the larger world.
That simple act reminded everyone that while parts of the cathedral are more than 900 years old, the church remains vibrant today.


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I'm an introvert, incurable movieholic and mom following Jesus, enjoying family, adventure, simple living, and missional neighboring. I am loving life on the East Coast, but was I raised in Orange County, California.
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Our family loves going to amusement parks, carnivals and fairs. This time of the year our excitement builds for one event in particular, the East Petersburg Days and Carnival. It’s a fun event that takes place in our town. Small town, community driven carnivals and fairs are always full of fun, friends and great food. This
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Sunday Worship at 11:00 AM
Rev. Dr. Ray McGee, Senior Pastor
How Will This Help Us Make Disciples?
Matthew 28:18 - 20
Sunday School, 10:00 AM
Youth Worship Service (2nd & 4th Sundays), 10:45 AM
Worship Service, 11:00 AM
Young Disciples (children), 11:45 AM
Youth Group (teens), 12:30 PM
What's Happening at Metro:
5 O'clock Rush
Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:15 PM, Kresge Hall
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Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Prayer Room
Good Samaritan Ministry
2nd-5th Wednesdays each month, 12:30 PM
Pastor's Bible Study
Book of Mark
Wednesdays, 4:00 pm, Parlor
Tuesday, December 10, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 14
11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Perhaps you noticed the "Beta" next to "Redeemer Church Planting Center" in our website header. Why is it there?
Well, in short, Redeemer Church Planting Center - which has existed for the last 10 years - is now part of a new, larger organization called Redeemer City to City - 501(c)3 organization that exists separate from Redeemer Presbyterian Church. It contains not only all of RCPC's current functions but also the publishing of Redeemer content - videos, studies, papers and books. Although the name "Redeemer Church Planting Center" will go away, all that RCPC has done, and will continue to do, will fall under Redeemer City to City.
We're not fully prepared to launch Redeemer City to City's new website, however. We'll be ready by the end of the summer, and then will have a real launch with an entirely new design.
Until then, in this beta site, we want to offer you (our friends) some of our core content here at rcpc.com (where you are right now) and give you a head start developing our web community. Please be a part of it. Come back regularly, create a profile (all profiles will be searchable when we re-launch in the fall), download content, blog with us, and above all - let us know at firstname.lastname@example.org what functions and content you would like to have but don't see yet. All of the content will transfer over with the new site design, so nothing you contribute here will be lost. It will just look a whole lot better.
Thanks for your support & dedication to church planting and the renewal of your city. We join with you in this endeavor,
- Redeemer Church Planting Center
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A Vision for United Methodism
Picture a denomination unified and thriving, a fellowship which is a movement again, a church empowered to make disciples and transform the world!
It happens as leadership – lay and clergy, young and old, traditional and contemporary, multi-racial and multi-cultural draw together to. . .
1) Increase the number of vital congregations;
2) Encourage a “culture of call” where new clergy and lay leadership are equipped for the future;
3) Embrace a climate where all God’s people are valued;
4) Partner in making disciples around the globe;
5) Respond to human suffering with love and mercy; and
6) Offer Christ in a world where God’s message has often gone silent.
Her Friends and Colleagues say…
“Sharma exhibits compassion and an evangelistic heart. Guided by her leadership, no one is forgotten, not even the least. Her broad experience and her commitment to leading the church to focus on those outside the walls make her an ideal candidate to be a bishop in The United Methodist Church.”
“I know her to be a mature spiritual leader, teacher, preacher, and administrator. Her extensive experience as an effective pastor in growing churches coupled with the administrative/superintending skills in a diverse, culturally mixed area of Atlanta has provided her with strategic tools for the office of episcopacy.”
“I have witnessed Sharma’s leadership as the pastor in charge. She is an enthusiastic preacher. She is a visionary leader. She is a theologian committed to the Wesleyan spirit. She is an encourager and mentor to young pastors. She supports and challenges seasoned pastors. She knows and cares for the laity. She is wise and discerning as she helps churches navigate conflict.”


This is the time in the Choir year when all the focus is on Christmas music, and singing lots of carols! You can see us at:
Saturday 3 December — ‘A Pathway to Christmas’ at Holy Trinity Church, Bradford-on-Avon. 7.30 p.m. In support of Friends of Holy Trinity Church.
Thursday 8 December – Participation in Rotary Carol Service, Bath Abbey. 6.30 p.m.
Tuesday, 13 December – Carol Service: St. Michael’s Church, Broad Street, Bath. 7.30 p.m. Retiring collection in aid of MENCAP.
We will also be at the Bath Christmas Market on the 10th. There then follows a well-earned rest following what has been a magnificent year celebrating our 60th birthday.


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Serving the largest parish in Darlington, the people of St Mary's come from all walks of life and backgrounds, but we're united though our faith in God and in our desire to serve him and our community.
The Parochial Church Council of St Mary's, Cockerton has adopted and approved the Church of England policy for promoting a safer church. This policy deals with all aspects of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Foodbank: Thursday 1:00pm-3:00pm
Eucharist; Every Wednesday at 7pm for 30mins
Eucharist; Every Thursday at 9.30am for 30mins
Sung Eucharist; Every Sunday at 10am for 1 hour, 15mins
Our church is a warm, welcoming community of people of all ages. We offer many different styles of worship, learning and opportunities for fellowship.
We minister to Cockerton, Mowden, Branksome, Faverdale, Cockerton East and West wards and the West Park Estate.
St Mary's has the feel of a village church but a very modern outlook. We have facilities for children both in church and in our Sunday school (called the SMART Club) and we organise regular activities for kids of all ages.
We have good accessibility for the disabled and offer large print service sheets and hymn books an braille hymnals. We also have an induction loop system for hearing aid users.


A Personal Word from Keith
God has enriched my life beyond measure through my 43 years of service with Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. After my "retirement" on December 31, 2017, I began a period of prayerful discernment to determine how I might continue to use my gifts, experience and abilities to serve Christ and support the church and outdoor ministries.
Together with my discernment is my conviction that there is no more important challenge for outdoor ministries and the church in today's increasingly complex and rapidly changing world than to train and empower outstanding leaders. Equally important to training outstanding executives and staff, is the challenge to train and equip boards.
I am launching "The Board Coach," a spiritually based consulting initiative to train and develop camp boards and congregation councils to help them continue to thrive in the future. One of my strengths over the years has been identifying, training and supporting board members and developing visionary boards. I believe that I can help camp boards and congregation councils to do the same.
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The Board Coach is a LOM Ministry Partner
Keith joins Don Johnson, Executive Director of Luther Outdoor Ministries (LOM), on the LOM podcast to share a little history and some insight into building Successful Outdoor Ministry Boards. Listen in below:


Our Christian Values
Learning and Growing Together
"Start Children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn away from it."
At Thundridge School we aim to:
- provide a happy, secure and caring learning environment.
- encourage our pupils to develop their academic, creative, aesthetic, social and physical abilities by providing learning experiences that are stimulating, purposeful and challenging.
- foster high expectations so that each pupil may reach their potential.
- help our pupils to develop as considerate and responsible members of the Christian community.
- form supportive partnerships with parents, governors, the cluster group, the Church of England and the wider community.
- enable our pupils to develop understanding and respect for religious, moral, cultural and ethnic diversity.
- foster self confidence, positive attitudes and a pride in achievement to enable our pupils to become lifelong learners.
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- The school will preserve and develop its religious character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level.
- The school aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice.
- It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith and promotes Christian values through the experience it offers to all its pupil
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"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." -Galatians 5:22-23
In Galatians 5, the Bible tells us that we were called to be free- instead of using this freedom to indulge in the world, we are to serve one another in love. We are to walk and live by the Spirit- and to do this we must apply the fruit of the Spirit to our life.
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Where Did Cain Find Their Wife?
Just how to Re Re Solve the Riddle
Whom did Cain marry? All the people on earth at that time were directly descended peruvian bride from Adam and Eve in the Bible. Where, then, did Cain find their spouse? Just one conclusion is achievable. Cain married their sis, niece, or great niece.
Two facts assist us re solve this age-old secret:
- Not every one of Adam’s descendants are known as within the Bible.
- Cain’s age when he married is perhaps not provided.
Cain was the son that is first of and Eve, followed by Abel. Following the two brothers delivered offerings to Jesus, Cain murdered Abel. Most Bible readers assume Cain had been jealous of their cousin because God accepted Abel’s providing but rejected Cain’s.
But, which is not clearly stated. In reality, ahead of the killing we now have only one brief, puzzling declaration:
Later on, whenever God curses Cain for their sin, Cain replies:
“Today you’re driving me personally through the land, and I also is supposed to be concealed from your own existence; i’ll be a restless wanderer on our planet, and whoever discovers me personally will destroy me personally.” (Genesis 4:14, NIV)
The expression “whoever discovers me” implies there have been a number of other individuals currently besides Adam, Eve, and Cain. A replacement for Abel, Adam was already 130 years old by the time Adam fathered his third son, Seth. A few generations might have been created for the reason that time.
Genesis 5:4 states:
“After Seth came to be, Adam lived 800 years and had other sons and daughters.” (NIV)
One Girl Accepts Cain
Whenever Jesus cursed him, Cain fled the existence of the Lord and lived within the land of Nod, east of Eden. Because Nod means “fugitive or wanderer” in Hebrew, some Bible scholars think Nod wasn’t a literal destination but a situation of roaming, without origins or dedication.
“Cain knew their spouse and she conceived and bore Enoch,” in accordance with Genesis 4:17. Although Cain was indeed cursed by God and kept with a mark that will avoid individuals from killing him, one woman consented to be their wife. Who was simply she?
Whom Did Cain Marry?
She has been one of is own siblings, or she has been a child of Abel or Seth, which will have made her a niece. She additionally might have been a couple of or even more generations later on, making her a niece that is great.
The vagueness of Genesis at this stage forces us to take a position regarding the relationship that is exact the few, however it is specific Cain’s spouse had been descended from Adam too. Because Cain’s age just isn’t provided, we do not understand precisely as he married. Several years may have gone by, increasing the chance their spouse ended up being a far more remote general.
Bible scholar Bruce Metzger stated the Book of Jubilees provides the title of Cain’s spouse as Awan and claims she had been a daughter of Eve. The Book of Jubilees had been A jewish commentary on Genesis and section of Exodus, written between 135 and 105 B.C. nevertheless, because the written guide just isn’t area of the Bible, that info is extremely debateable.
An odd submit Cain’s tale is their son Enoch’s title means “consecrated.” Cain also built city and called it after their son, Enoch (Genesis 4:17). If Cain ended up being cursed and forever divided from God, it does increase this concern: to who was Enoch consecrated? Ended up being it Jesus?
Intermarriage Was Element Of God’s Plan
As of this part of history, intermarriage with loved ones had not been only necessary but ended up being sanctioned by Jesus. Although Adam and Eve was in fact tainted by sin, genetically these people were pure and their descendants would have already been genetically pure for a lot of generations.
Those wedding combinations will have paired similar principal genes, leading to healthier, normal kids. Today, after tens of thousands of many years of blended gene swimming swimming pools, a wedding between a cousin and cousin could cause recessive genes combining, creating abnormalities.
The exact same problem would have taken place following the Flood. Every one of the people could have descended from Ham, Shem, and Japheth, the sons of Noah, and their wives that are respective. After the Flood, Jesus commanded them to be fruitful and multiply.
Much later, following the Jews had escaped slavery in Egypt, Jesus passed down regulations forbidding incest, or intercourse between close family relations. At that time the human race had grown a great deal that such unions were no further necessary and is harmful.


Here’s just a short post to wish to all of our readers, or at least everyone that feels concerned about this, a Happy Saint-Patrick’s Day!
Usually a good excuse to have too many green coloured beers, Saint Patrick’s is originally a religious holiday to commemorate the patron saint of Ireland (of the same name) and the arrival of Christianity into this country. Considering how widespread the Irish diaspora is worldwide, no wonder St Patty’s is such a popular day.
Pretty much every major Canadian city has its parade and a lot of merchants have decided to join the fun by offering very interesting promotions. Check out our Saving Made Easy blog to find the best deals.


It's that time of the year again. It's Holy Week.
When I moved to Canada, I was surprised that Easter Sunday is more popular than Holy Week.
However, in the Philippines, Filipino Catholics commemorate Holy Week. It's a week long holiday from Holy Monday to Holy Saturday. Filipino Catholics observe it in their own ways. Some go to the beach, some do the Way of the Cross, some go back to their hometowns and visit their family, and some go to a spiritual retreat. My family commemorates it in our own way.
l grew up spending Holy Week at home or at my aunt's house in a small town South of Manila. It's at the foot of the mountain, so the air is fresh and its very quiet. My aunt goes to the market every morning to buy fresh foods. There's no tv or Internet. It's a very simple and quiet week. And that's how my Holy week has always been.
I can't "celebrate" or have fun on Holy Week-especially from Good Friday to Holy Saturday. So I had to turn down my friend's invitation today. I feel bad for turning my friend down, but there's nothing I can do. I want to go, but I know that I would feel guilty. My friend BG advised me not to go. She didn't even invite me to her birthday celebration on Saturday because she knows I can't go. She says I'm religious, I say... I'm not. :D
It's...tradition? I don't know. The point is, Holy Week is a significant time of the year. It's always been that way and I hope it will always stay that way. Then I can celebrate again after Holy Week--on Easter Sunday.


The summer season is in full swing! I’m hoping to have time this week to post more.
This note was given to me and a few other friends at the pool yesterday. Things like this happen from time to time. At least he knew we could read unlike some people who actually ask if I can read. 😉
“Hi, my name is Randy. About a year ago I had severe allergies. I could only eat a few foods and I could not go into a pool because of allergies to chlorine. A Christian missionary prayed for me and I was healed. I can eat anything, without any allergy reaction. This Christian missionary has prayed for deaf people and God has completely healed them to enable them to hear.”
“This Christian missionary will be in Kansas City this summer. Would any of you who are not able to hear well or not at all be interested in this missionary praying for you? Let me know, Randy.”


- Speak with Marques outside the Church of Saint Adama Landama.
- Lay the embalmed corpse at the gravesite.
- Bury the embalmed corpse.
- Report back to Marques.
- Speak with Sister Ourcen.
- Speak with Isembard at Camp Drybone.
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- Pick up the quest from Isembard at Camp Drybone in Eastern Thanalan.
- Follow the path up and north out of the camp till you get to the Church of Saint Adama Landama. Speak with Marques.
- Take the path left of Marques and bury the embalmed corpse at the gravesite.
- Head back to Marques and speak with him.
- Go inside the church to speak with Sister Ourcen.
- Return to Isembard at Camp Drybone to finish the quest.
- Isembard has asked that you visit the Church of Saint Adama Landama to inter a corpse he has prepared for burial, and to speak to the priests about the missing commonfolk. Seek out Marques in the lichyard.
- Marques has directed you to an empty grave atop the nearby ridge. Bear the embalmed corpse to the gravesite.
- You have gently placed the embalmed body at the foot of the grave. Perform one final duty for the deceased and provide him a proper burial.
- You have interred the dearly departed as Isembard requested. Return to Marques and tell him the deed is done.
- Marques admits to knowing little of the commonfolk. He suggests you speak to Sister Ourcen within the church.
- Sister Ourcen informs you that while the commonfolk confide a great many things in her, she has not heard anything that might help your investigation. Return to Camp Drybone and speak to Isembard once more.
- Upon your return to Isembard at Camp Drybone, the ever-dashing Thancred appears to greet you. To Isembard's dismay, he suspects that the only person who could take the vigilant commonfolk by surprise is the very Sister Ourcen who takes their confession. Isembard, however, is not so easily convinced.


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Some of life's most important events take place in a House of Worship. As parishoners and congregants have a choice of Churches to attend, it's important to have your most holy environment reflective of the sanctitity of it's role.
Every day, and every week, week in, week out, the furniture in the Church takes a beating. Standing or kneeling multiple times, scratches from zippers or buttons on clothing, unidentified junk leaking from purses or pockets, and even gum stuck under the pew tend to accumulate over time, leaving the environment less than attractive.
And let's face it... when the bride and her family and guests are looking critically at the wedding pictures, you want to be sure that your church reflects the beauty of the event.
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The early church we read about in the book of Acts faced the most unchristian atmosphere that ever existed. Christianity was just getting started. They faced mocking, criticism, and even persecution. Yet despite all of this the gospel changed the world.
Today we talk about how we are no longer a Chistian nation and the hostility to Christians. We begin to fear, fret, and worry. Let’s turn our fear into victory. If the gospel could penetrate the lostness of the world thousands of years ago it can do the same again today. We have an incredible opportunity. Now is no the time to quit or give up. Push forward, pray, and prepare for God to use you to change our world.


Pastor John Gray has apologized to his wife, Aventer Gray, after he was accused once again of cheating on her.
On Sunday, Gray told his congregation at Relentless Church that he is now receiving extensive counseling and that other pastors are helping him tackle his issues.
“I’m sorry for the areas of my life that I left unattended, that I was apathetic about, the areas where I have treated the calling of God, the grace of God and the hand of God casually in my life. For every area of behavior that has dishonored the holiness of God, I want to tell you that I’m sorry. There have been a number of things, blogs, some of them accurate, some of it not. But all of it, my responsibility,” he told his congregation.
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TSR Staff: La'Janeé @_lajanee_ _________________________________ A couple of weeks ago, we reported that #PastorJohnGray was caught up in an alleged cheating scandal, according to Blogger #TashaK of @UnwineWithTashaK. After his team released a statement, stating that this was all about extortion, it looks like John Gray has actually apologized to his wife and his church. We spoke to a source on John Gray’s team and they say, “he wasn’t apologizing for cheating. He apologized for extortion. There was no cheating that took place.” _________________________________ Gray took to the stage himself with a message entitled "Face It,” which seemingly addressed the situation. To his wife, he said: “As I’ve said to my wife, I say to her now in the moment, Aventer I am sorry for the pain that I have caused you. And my prayer is that the life I live from this moment will be one worthy of the love that you have extended and that our family receives from," he expressed. "I am grateful for you, for our children and I pray that God would restore the joy that we had in the days when we would drive around the city dreaming. You know more than everyone else the areas of pain that I’ve carried for years," he added. _________________________________ “The horrific, self-fulfilling prophesies. That you told me stop confessing those things. But I believe that this moment had to come so that God could make me the man that I need to be. But I’m sorry for that pain that I’ve caused," Gray continued. "You don’t deserve it. You’re an amazing woman of God and I love you. And I will face me so that the man that comes out of this moment will be able to honor you in a way that I never have before." _________________________________ To my church, "I am sorry—Click the link in the bio to read more. (📹:John William/YT)
“I apologize for putting the name of God in harm’s way and I and I alone take the responsibility for the actions that harmed and injured God’s sheep. No matter how many pseudo-excuses one can hurl in a moment like this, for the purposes of self-preservation, all of them ring hollow when all that is truly needed is the truth,” he said.
This comes the week after the pastor claimed that he was the victim of blackmail and extortion.


We strive to provide a classical Christian education for our children. This means that, we...
-teach for wisdom and virtue, rather than mere vocation. This alters the focus of education to who our students become, not what they know.
-teach students how to learn, not what to think. By providing the "tools of learning," students can approach any subject, idea, or problem with the needed knowledge and skills.
-instill the love of learning. Students' God-given desire to know is captured and cultivated by an exciting and joy-filled learning environment.


Salvation Army Awarded $25,000 Truist Charitable Fund Grant
Monday, April 13th, 2020
The Salvation Army of Savannah has received a generous grant of $25,000 from the Truist Charitable Fund to meet urgent human needs as the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic significantly impacts our community. The Salvation Army is at the front line of providing housing, food, spiritual and practical care for the most vulnerable people among us during these challenging times.
The local nonprofit has expanded its emergency shelter facilities, provided kids' meals at their Community Center, fed many people through their community-based canteens, distributed refreshments to area first responders, supported children in their shelter with online learning, and more. There has been a huge surge in requests for food, clothing, rent and utilities assistance, so this charitable grant from Truist Charitable Fund helps The Salvation Army’s ability to respond to crucial needs.
"We are working tirelessly to help children, families and individuals who already have so little to manage throughout this very uncertain time. We have opened an additional shelter to house, feed and provide emotional support for the additional souls who need us as the pandemic brings greater economic problems to our community,” said The Salvation Army of Savannah’s Major Paul Egan. “Through it all, The Salvation Army is on the front-line helping society’s least fortunate and, as always, we are performing our duties in the spirit of faith, hope and love! We are thrilled to have been awarded this grant from Truist Charitable Fund to support our on-going efforts during this time."
The Salvation Army has proudly served the Savannah and surrounding communities for the past 120 years and has always been there to support low-income, homeless, laid off and struggling individuals and families. This grant helps The Salvation Army provide support to those whose wages are gone, those who need food, those who have no place to call home, and many others who desperately need help and hope.
BB&T and SunTrust formed the Truist Foundation with a shared purpose – to inspire and build better lives and communities. By providing grants in support of nonprofits through this Foundation, they aim to help grow these organizations’ impacts.
To make a monetary donation directly or for more information about The Salvation Army Savannah, please visit https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/savannah/ or call 912-200-3004 and follow the organization via social media.


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One of the most important and beloved icons in the Orthodox Christian tradition is the Icon of the Theotokos, commonly known as the Icon of the Mother of God. This icon, which depicts the Virgin Mary carrying the young Jesus in her arms, is thought to have been made by Luke the evangelist. We will look into the background, importance, and interpretation of the Icon of the Theotokos in this post.
Tradition holds that Saint Luke, the author of the Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of Luke, painted the Icon of the Theotokos. Luke was not only an artist but also a doctor, and it is thought that his encounter with Mary and Jesus inspired him to create this icon. Afterwards, the image was taken to Constantinople and placed in the Church of the Theotokos of Blachernae, where it attracted a lot of devotion and performed wonders.
According to legend, the Icon of the Theotokos was painted by Saint Luke, the author of the Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of Luke. It is believed that Luke, who was both an artist and a doctor, was inspired to create this symbol as a result of his encounter with Mary and Jesus. The image was then transported to Constantinople and installed in the Church of the Theotokos of Blachernae, where it drew a great deal of devotion and worked miracles.
The Theotokos Orthodox Icon is regarded as a portal into the heavenly realm and a means of entering the presence of God and the saints. It is also seen to be a physical depiction of the Virgin Mary’s maternal love and protection. The icon is revered as a strong symbol of grace, comfort, and healing and is frequently utilized in Orthodox Christian worship and prayer.
The Theotokos Icon has a deep and intricate symbolism. The grave expression on Mary’s face symbolizes both her status as the Mother of God and the grief she experienced upon the passing of her son. Moreover, she is shown wearing a veil, signifying her chastity and surrender to God’s plan. As a representation of his divine character and the fact that he was born without sin, the baby Jesus is depicted as a little adult. Moreover, he is shown clutching a scroll, signifying his function as the Word of God.
Throughout history, the Theotokos Icon has been interpreted in a wide variety of ways. Others regard it as a picture of the Incarnation of Christ and the oneness of humanity and divinity, while some see it as a symbol of the divine maternal love and compassion of the Virgin Mary. Some view the emblem as a reflection of both the mystique surrounding God’s love for people and the beauty and wonder of creation.
The Icon of the Theotokos is frequently utilized as a tool for reflection and meditation in the Orthodox Christian tradition. Believers can strengthen their bond with God and the saints, receive comfort in difficult times, and develop their relationship with them by gazing upon the icon and thinking about its
The Theotokos Icon, which symbolizes the Virgin Mary’s love, compassion, and protection as well as the divinity of Jesus Christ, is a potent emblem of the Orthodox Christian tradition. Millions of people around the world find inspiration and devotion in it because of its lengthy history and intricate symbolism. The Icon of the Theotokos serves as a potent reminder of God’s existence in the world and his love for all of his children whether it be utilized in worship, prayer, or meditation.


St Mary’s Cathedral
St Mary’s Cathedral, located in Australia, is built on the grounds where the country's first Catholic Chapel once stood. This magnificent structure, constructed using local sandstone, showcases a remarkable example of Gothic Revival architecture. The cathedral's design draws inspiration from the grand medieval cathedrals found in various parts of Europe. With its stunning features and historical significance, St Mary's Cathedral stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage and architectural marvels of Australia.
Self-guided visits at St. Mary's Cathedral offer enriching exploration....


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Old Paths Baptist Church has recently started a program for children between the ages of 3 and 12 on Thursday Nights called The Lighthouse Kids Klub. The program is open to any members of the community.
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It is my privilege to serve as Pastor of Old Paths Baptist Church here in Chester County. We are a Fundamental, Independent, Bible Believing Baptist Church. We believe the King James Bible to be the inspired, preserved, infallible, inerrant, Holy Word of God. Therefore, the Bible is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice.
We believe everyone must be
converted, born-again by the Holy Ghost of God if they are to
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die. Acts 20:21 “repentance toward God, and faith toward our
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peaceful life than the world or religion can provide. Free from
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I was saved as a 22 year old senior at Villanova University in March, 1975. I attended Bible School and the Lord started a Bible believing church in Newport, Pennsylvania and allowed me the privilege to be the Pastor in August 1976.
After eighteen and half years of ministry in Newport, the Lord led us to Johnstown, New York, where we started another independent, Bible believing Baptist church in June 1995.
Then in November 2003, the Lord brought us back to Chester County where we started Old Paths Baptist Church. We would be honored to have you come and visit us. We promise a warm welcome and good old-fashioned Bible preaching.


Stepping into the Unknown
by Joyce Meyer - posted August 21, 2011
And I said to you, You have come to the hill country of the Amorites, which the Lord our God gives us. Behold, the Lord your God has set the land before you; go up and possess it, as the Lord, the God of your fathers, has said to you. Fear not, neither be dismayed.
Parents, teachers, and other role models can teach children how to fear or they can teach them to be bold. A mother who is fearful herself will transmit that fear to her children. She will be overly cautious about many things, and a silent fear sinks into the heart of her children. We should not teach our children to live recklessly, but we should teach them to be bold, take action, and to never be so afraid of making mistakes that they won't try things. I believe we should teach our children and those under our authority to take chances in life. If we never take a chance, we will never make progress. Progress always requires stepping into the unknown. Experience gives us confidence, but we never get experience unless we step out and try things we have not tried before.
I encourage you to teach others by word and example how to be bold and courageous. Tell people to try things, reminding them that making a mistake is not the worst thing that can happen.
Lord, help me both in word and deed to show others to be bold and courageous. I will gladly follow You into the unknown. Amen.
It’s time to stand up and make BOLD decisions in your own life so that you might be happier and so that your children can learn from your courageous character! Step out into the unknown! Step out in faith! Step out and do that thing you have always wanted to do but have been too afraid of failure. Tell yourself that you are full of courage! Now go out…be audacious…live a life worth living!
Speak volumes with your actions…in the words of a mother.


SundayScripture - "Pray without ceasing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 -
How does one pray continually? -
We cannot always be on our knees to pray. With all our busyness, we are fortunate to say a prayer in the morning or before sleeping. -
This verse focuses on heart attitude. A proper heart attitude. An ever open heart to Lord's leading. -
If we are praying without ceasing -- even while washing dishes, driving, changing the baby, walking or running a lawn mower -- we can be open to the leading of the Spirit when He urges us to pray for something or someone. At that time, we can agree with God and make a mental note to add that concern to our later prayer time.