Today we celebrate Fourth Week of Lent

"When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to men that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." Matthew 6:16-18

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31 Days of Wishes: Wish #24

December 24th, 2009

I pray that we open our hearts to the true reason for the Christmas holiday, and that we remember what it is that we have been anticipating all throughout advent – not Christmas presents or even delicious food with the families we love, but the coming of our Savior.

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Collect for the Third Sunday of Advent

December 13th, 2009

Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
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31 Days of Wishes: Wish #6

December 6th, 2009

Today is the beginning of week 2 of Advent . . . and I’m already behind in my Advent devotional (Love Came Down: Anglican Readings for Advent and Christmas).  I used to be VERY good about spending some time (even if it was only 10 minutes) every day either reading the Bible, reading a devotional, [...]

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Collect for the Second Sunday of Advent

December 6th, 2009

Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now [...]

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Learning to Advent

December 2nd, 2009

Interesting new series at The Resurgence called Learning to Advent.  Great for those just starting with Advent or wanting a refresher!

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