| | A Voice in the Wilderness2019-10-22 | |
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Hope!
Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
(Romans 12:12)
This verse from the 12th chapter of Romans has long been a favorite of mine.
It is a good reminder that I have a hope that gives me cause to rejoice. Rejoice...no matter what the circumstances, because my hope is not based on what is going on (or not) around me, but rather it is found in my life hidden away in Christ! This is not simply "put on a happy face and fake it till you make it" joyfulness. It is joy grounded in the living hope and assurance of Christ doing in me more than I can ask or imagine. | | |
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| | In this hope I find the power to be patient even in difficult circumstances. Again, this is not just a matter of throwing my hands up in a "Que Sera, Sera" attitude of helplessness. For me this often means that I have to surrender my impatient fears and the desire to always be in control. This act of surrender opens the door for God's grace to give me the patience I need. This patience (endurance) "produces character, and character produces hope." (Romans 5:4) What are the "tribulations" in your life that God may be using to produce endurance--character--and ultimately hope? Finally, to be constant in prayer. Actually, it has been prayer all along! Rejoicing...patiently waiting before the Lord...a way of "praying always." And as I am constantly patiently rejoicing, I find that I am being changed and transformed in hope! Blessings, Matthew+ | | |
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| | | Eucharistic Visitor Training We will be holding a Eucharistic Visitor training Saturday, October 26, 10AM-2PM at St. John's Church. A Eucharistic Visitor is a lay person, confirmed or received in the Episcopal Church, who is authorized to take the Consecrated Elements in a timely manner following a Celebration of Holy Eucharist to members of the congregation who, by reason of illness or infirmity, were unable to be present at the Celebration.
To be licensed as a Eucharistic Visitor, you must also complete the two online modules of Prevention of Sexual Exploitation. A link to register for that training will be included in your confirmation. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Please click here to register. | | |
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| | | 132nd Annual Convention The 132nd Annual Convention of the Diocese of Colorado took the “Way Of Love” as its theme. The “Way of Love” is an intentional commitment to a set of ancient practices and commitment to follow Jesus as we: Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go, and Rest. Our Keynote speaker, The Rev. Dr. Tricia Lyons shared from current research on what is working and why, in faith communities across our denomination. She also shared suggestions on how to use resources like the “Way of Love” to strengthen and deepen the joy and justice that flows from our discipleship of Christ in our communities of faith. You can find more information about Convention, including videos of Bishop Kym's Address as well as Rev. Dr. Tricia Lyons talks,here. | | |
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| | | City Market Rewards Program Do you shop at City Market or King Soopers? If you do, St. John's can benefit benefit every time you go grocery shopping. We are participating in City Market Community Rewards program. You can be part of this by enrolling here. Once you enroll, look us up by our Organization name: St. John's Episcopal Church or Organization Number: TU289 | | |
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