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Dear Friends,
We had a tremendous Healing Conference at Canterbury the past few days. I am reminded of the messianic prophecy from Isaiah 61:1-3...
"The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, Because the LORD has anointed me To bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to captives, And freedom to prisoners; To proclaim the favorable year of the LORD, And the day of vengeance of our God; To comfort all who mourn, To grant those who mourn in Zion, Giving them a garland instead of ashes, The oil of gladness instead of mourning, The mantle of praise instead of a spirit of fainting. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, The planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified."
Jesus uses this passage speaking of himself in Luke 4 and it becomes true of his followers as we extend the rule and reign of Christ's Kingdom in this world. We witnessed this ministry profoundly as lives were transformed, light vanquished the darkness, physical and emotional wounds were healed and people were set free. This is the ministry of every Christian and every church. Ultimately every congregation is a healing center in this broken world. May we be faithful to walk in this calling.
One of the highlights of the conference was on Saturday, a woman had a major breakthrough in the Lord. She had never been baptized - it was a moment of faith, new birth, life and more as she took hold of Christ and the Lord Jesus took hold of her. Immediately after she was baptized her 2 year old daughter joined her with other family and friends and her precious child was baptized too.
This moment by itself sums up our calling: to proclaim the good News of Christ Jesus and the Kingdom of God, calling people to repent and believe, to be transformed by the Holy Spirit into a new creation. This was a tangible, visible moment someone joining the church, renouncing death, darkness and sin and embracing life and faith, forgiveness, hope and love.
It was a clear glimpse of the Kingdom of God and why God has brought Incarnation to be and why he has yoked us to Canterbury! Join me...
in the mission,
Father Jon+
A few other things...
Global Teams, a tremendous Anglican Mission Ministry has launched Mission Java - if you are a "coffee hound" like me than you should check this out http://www.missionjava.com I just placed my first order and encourage you to do the same for in doing so you support Gospel Mission efforts around the world!
This Tuesday, August 23rd Planning and Zoning Appeals Board meeting as we resist the development of adjoining property to Canterbury (see below)
MEN'S DINNER - August 26, at Canterbury 7-9pm. Cost is $12.00 per person. We welcome Alan Gooch former UCF Football Coach as our guest speaker - join us for a time a fellowship and fun. CLICK HERE FOR A FLYER To make a reservation contact Sue Grosso at Canterbury 407-365-5571 or sue@canterburyretreat.org
WORK DAY
Saturday August 27 / 8am-12noon - we will be planting a hedge of bamboo to help in creating a border between Canterbury and expected development (see below) So roll up your sleeves and join us in some "strenuous and sweaty fellowship" as we protect and beautify the gift Canterbury is!
Next Sunday (August 28) at 9am we will have a Fellowship Breakfast
Join us for great food and a ministry open house where we will share about all the upcoming opportunities for fellowship, Bible Study, Prayer and places to plug into Incarnation.
Be sure to check the column on the left for more things coming up on our calendar. May you have a blessed week in the Lord!
in the mission,
Father Jon +
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A Few Things...
Canterbury and Incarnation are resisting the development of adjoining property to the Canterbury campus where a RACETRAC gas station and convenience store is proposed. There are several public meetings regarding this development:
Planning Zoning and Appeals Board public hearing: Tuesday, Aug. 23 / 6:30pm / City Council Chambers
City Council 1st reading: Thursday, Sept. 8 /6:30 pm /City Council Chambers
City Council 2nd reading and adoption public hearing: Monday, Sept. 19, / 6:30 pm / City Council Chambers
Your support and participation in these meeting would be much appreciated.
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Opportunities to serve and volunteer at Canterbury - contact Pastor Robin for more information: robin@incarnationoviedo.com
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CENTRAL FLORIDA'S NEXT BISHOP
For information on the search process for our next Bishop check out... http://bishopsearch.cfdiocese.org
Here is a link to the Diocesan Profile - Who we are and what we want in our next Bishop...
http://www.cfdiocese.org/sites/default/files/dioprofile0611.pdf
Here is a link to forms regarding the nomination process... http://bishopsearch.cfdiocese.org/nominating-forms-fourth-bishop-central-florida
Also for information on FAQ...
http://bishopsearch.cfdiocese.org/frequently-asked-questions
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