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Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in
the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with
the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep
the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior;
who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory
everlasting. Amen.
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Readings for Jan. 18, 2009 / The 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany
1 Samuel 3:1-20)
Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
John 1:43-51
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There is a very good article / interview with The Rev. Russell Levenson Jr. / Rector of St. Martin's in Houston. online at Christianity Today entitled, Leaving Isn't the Answer I commend it to you in regards to the ongoing Anglican calamity.
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Christmas Pageant Pictures...
If anyone has digital pictures or video of the Christmas Pageant We would love to get a copy for our archives and for the website.
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Weekly Events at the Mission House Sundays 5:30-7:30pm
Morning Prayer
M-F / 7:30am
Boy Scouts
Mondays at 7:15pm
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Prayers for the nation...
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Dear Friends,
In a little over a week we will witness the inauguration of a new president. Four members (that I know of) will be in attendance; Kaleb Nelson, Philip Cockerham, Jose and Heather Rodriguez, please pray for their safe travel to Washington. There are many challenges that await this new administration and congress as well as our state and local government leaders. A difficult economy; wars and conflicts around the globe; terror threats; a need for energy solutions; these are just a few of the challenges to greet President Obama when he takes his oath of office. Regardless your political leanings I want to urge us to pray for our government. Scripture commends us to do this. There are many great prayers in the Book of Common Prayer that speak profoundly to the needs and concerns of the nation (pages 810-841 - there are other prayers worth praying in those pages too) Two that particularly caught my attention...
For our Country
Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of thy favor and glad to do thy will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion into one united people the multitudes brought hither out of many kindreds and tongues. Endue
with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in thy Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to thy law, we may show forth thy praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in thee to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
For the President of the United States and all in Civil Authority
O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to thy merciful care, that, being guided by thy Providence, we may dwell secure in thy peace. Grant to the President of the United States, the Governor of this State, and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do thy will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in thy fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.
May God pour his blessing upon this nation and make us a means of His grace and truth in this world.
Peace and Grace,
Jon+ / Vicar
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Lenten Retreat with Bishop Howe
Bishop Howe will be conducting his second annual Lenten Retreat at Canterbury Retreat and Conference Center, February 27 / 28. The topic is How To Give Away Your Faith. Bishop Howe is a gifted teacher and we will be challenged by him to effectively and articulately share the faith once received. I hope you decide to make this part of your Lenten discipline - it promises to be a renewing experience of our mission and calling in Christ Jesus to go into all the world and proclaim the Good News. Commuter rates are available. For more details and to register please check the following website... Bishop Howe / Lenten Retreat
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