Happy Sunday after Ascension Day!
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Once again, we have really nice sermons from the big four: Bishops Jerry and Roy, as well as Revs Jack and Bryan. Each is quite a bit different than the other, but each is very interesting. I am confident that you will enjoy them if you take the time to read or listen to them. Rev Jack brings the Propers together today. His sermon is below the propers and can be viewed on video HERE -> https://youtu.be/Beui1X2-b7U
In the Collect we ask for God to leave us not comfortless. In some ways, today is no different than the very First Sunday after the Ascension. Jesus has ascended in to heaven, we are alone and physically separated from God who gives us the strength we need to do His Will. Like Peter and the other apostles, the further we are from God, the weaker we are. Thus, we are looking towards Pentecost and the arrival of the Holy Ghost who will strengthen our connection to God. We ask for God’s help we might have the true belief, courage, knowledge and strength to follow Jesus to heaven for all eternity. Saint Peter says in his Epistle this morning, charity (love) truly does cover a multitude of sins. So, when we do things for others, the driving force behind our actions should be that of charity, or love, for our fellow human beings and not any self-seeking motivation. The Gospel’s take away is without the Holy Ghost’s presence in our hearts, the needed action on our part is impossible. It all comes together. Having trouble visualizing that? Read or listen to Rev Jack’s sermon.
We always have a lot of people who desire your prayer, today is not the exception. Please start with Kai, Tricia, Shamu, Laurie and work out from there.
Like Peter and the other apostles, the further we are from God, the weaker we are. Thus, we are looking towards Pentecost and the arrival of the Holy Ghost who will strengthen our connection to God. We ask for God’s help we might have the true belief, courage, knowledge and strength to follow Jesus to heaven for all eternity.
There is an awesome week ahead, take the opportunity to see it.
Godspeed,
Church of the Faithful Centurion
Descanso, California
United States of America
