Happy Pentecost Sunday, commonly called Whitsunday in the Anglican tradition.
The AOC Sunday Report can be downloaded RIGHT HERE!
You have some really great sermon today from Bishops Jerry and Roy, as well as Revs Jack, and Bryan. Rev Jack brings the Propers together today. His sermon is below the propers and can be viewed on video HERE -> https://youtu.be/knwN_g4TNxA
In the Collect we acknowledge God sending us the Holy Ghost that we might have a direct connection to him. The text serving as this morning’s Epistle came from the Second Chapter of the Acts of the Apostles beginning at the First Verse, which consisted primarily of a listing of all the countries and regions surrounding Jerusalem, or at least the hardest to pronounce ones, and a description of the actions of the Apostles when the Holy Ghost came upon them. But, you will also notice that the coming of the Holy Ghost demonstrated the universality of The Word, for when they spoke in tongues, The Word spoke to each in their own language. The Word was not some stranger’s language, but their very own! In the Gospel, Jesus tells us if we truly believe on Him, we have no choice, but to actualize those beliefs in our actions. It all comes together. Having trouble visualizing that? Read or listen to Rev Jack’s sermon.
There are always a lot of people who desire your prayers. Today is no exception. Please take a little bit of time out of your busy day and pray. You'll be surprised what a good can come of it. Please start with Shamu, Tricia, Laurie and work out from there.
Tomorrow in the United States we honor those who have given their lives in the service of our country, and those have gone before us on Memorial Day. Bishop Jerry's letter which can be downloaded HERE will be published tomorrow. Freedom is not free and has cost many many lives. Perhaps more than that it affected those who remain behind. Thank about it as you have your day off and Bar-B-Que.
