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The Episcopal Church in Ovideo / Winter Springs, Florida
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COLLECT FOR
EASTER 2
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Readings for 3rd Sunday of Easter/April 18

Psalm 30
 Revelation 5:11-14
 John 21:1-19

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Take Shape For Life
Many of you have asked me about the program that has allowed me tolose 120+ pounds.  The program is Take Shape for Life and Dr. Wayne Anderson, the program founder will be at Canterbury on April 13th / 7pm to share - free to the public to hear this presentation.  (click here for a flyer)  This program works and if you need to lose 20 or 100+ pounds it can bring you success.
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Wild Women in Ministry 
a special one day retreat sponsored by ICS - for more info CLICK HERE
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Teaching Mission with
Carla Waterman
April 23 & 24th.
Carla has become a good friend and has a ministry in spiritual formation and healing.. her recent book Songs of Ascent is a journey to deeper faith and wholeness in Christ. Her focus in this retreat is Resting & Established "Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands upon us; yes, establish the work of our hands!"  (Psalms 90:17) More details soon but mark your calendars for this rich time of going deeper in Christ.

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Dear Friends,

As we move forward in mission and ministry I am encouraged to see the congregation engaged in worship, fellowship and service. There are challenges ahead but I see God binding us to one another in His love and building a community of faith by which our witness to the world is simply our love for one another. (John 13:35) I am sure there are lots of reasons to attend church but ultimately it is centered around the Great Commandment - Loving God and Loving others. (Matthew 22:37-39)  Among the marks of a disciple of Jesus is this call to be kind, merciful, compassionate, forgiving, sincere, gentle - all of which are expressions of LOVE.

In this Easter season let us endeavor in particular to be loving toward one another - looking out not just for our own needs and interests but looking out for each other.   It is a picture that comes from Philippians 2...

"So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others."  (Philippians 2:1-4)

Let us be intentional, asking: "How can I help?";  "What can I do for you?"; "What is it you need?".  It is one thing to attend church it is another thing to join a people and walk with them in faith, hope and love - may we be the latter.

In the mission,

Fr. Jon+


A FEW THINGS...

A Fun Link - You might be an Episcopalian if...

Let me draw your attention to an opportunity...  We have a teaching mission coming up with Carla Waterman. Click here for a "Flyer"   Carla has become a good friend and I am excited that she will be able to share her profound teaching ministry with us.  (check out the left column for details and links) Carla has a focus on formation / discipleship and inner healing and I hope you will make every effort to be a part of this time to help us grow deeper into the things of God. The event is April 23 & 24th.  We will have a Friday evening session and a couple of sessions on Saturday morning.  Make plans to attend now. To register email Shelly (shelly@incarnationoviedo.com) to let us know who and how many are coming.   If you have questions you can contact me.

Canterbury Work Day - This Saturday, April 17th / 8am - 12noon - come join in the labor as awe work to beautify and clean up areas of the Canterbury campus.  Bring your work gloves, sunscreen, and any tools you may think will help landscape the grounds.

Financial Peace University - the whole congregation is invited to  Graduation!!! - Sunday morning 8:30am in the St. Paul's room at Canterbury's main building.  Come join all the graduates for for a special class and an opportunity to learn more about this fantastic course leading people to financial freedom.  for more information contact Sue Grosso

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