Category Archives: Community Activities

WIN successes and gearing up for 2012

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

A big thank you again to everyone who came out for the 5 December WIN rally to support jobs and affordable housing! We had 40 people and we promised 35; there were 2,012 people there in total – an auspicious … Continue reading →

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Advent Art Reflection: Luke 1:54-56

Posted on December 11, 2011 by

He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.” Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. The Magnificat closes with a reminder … Continue reading →

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Advent Art Reflection: Luke 1:52-53

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. Mary’s song of praise takes a turn here, a step beyond … Continue reading →

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Advent Art Reflection: Luke 1:50-51

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. With these words, Mary continues her hymn, reminding those … Continue reading →

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Advent Art Reflection: Luke 1:46-49

Posted on December 7, 2011 by

And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty … Continue reading →

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Father Frank’s Sermon: Meaning Exactly What?

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

I want to spend this year with you examining the Search for Meaning. While it is true that a good many people in church on any given Sunday have found plenty of meaning in the Good News of Jesus Christ, … Continue reading →

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Advent Art Reflection: Luke 1:39-41

Posted on December 5, 2011 by

At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth … Continue reading →

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Advent Reflection: December 2 & Feast of Channing Moore Williams, Missionary Bishop in China and Japan, 1910

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

Teaching and Learning We spend millions and billions of dollars in this country improving education, or so we think. So we hope. But ask nearly anyone to tell about a favorite teacher and chances are you will hear a tale … Continue reading →

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Sites We Love

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

It turns out that the web is full of Episcopalians doing interesting things! Take a look at Episcopal Cafe; Holy Men, Holy Women; Unapologetically Episcopalian; and Bishop Budde’s blog for a start! Post your favorite faith-oriented blogs below for the … Continue reading →

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November Scripture Reflection: Matthew 7:28-29

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

“And when Jesus finished these sayings, the crowds were astonished at his teaching, 29 for he was teaching them as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.” I guess the crowds had their “Yikes! He’s the real deal” … Continue reading →

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