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Too often, we see folks in certain areas post theology that is absolutely contrary to the statement of all Christian orthodoxy, the Nicene Creed. A long time ago, when things were really bad, I did something I usually don't do: I started a thread. That thread was to be an opportunity for people...

Episcopal ring "symbol of deep Anglican, Roman Catholic relationship" Just another sign that our Orders are being recognized.

I'm working on one of my continuing self-education projects. This time, on various ordination rites from various historical churches and denominations. I have found an excellent resource on Tridentine-era ordination rites (translated into English, of course!) for everything from bishop to the...

Anglican Communion News Service - Digest: Zimbabwe police stop Anglican prayer retreat under security laws, order 80 clerics to disperse I utterly condemn this vile and outrageous attack against the Anglican Church in that part of the world. Pray for the Anglican Church in Zimbabwe, and God...

I think the evidence is fairly plain to see, but I'm going to say something anyway. Not all that really long ago, the situation here on STR came to such a turmoil that staff directly intervened. They gave us a choice: come to your own conclusion or we will make a conclusion for you. Somehow, we...

Episcopal News Service - NEWS I for one am very pleased. I have talked to his Grace before and I am convinced he has no intent to lead our diocese out of The Episcopal Church. I am very grateful the Disciplinary Board of Bishops had the wisdom and guidance to make this discernment and judgment.

First off, let me quickly reassure you that I'm not asking about how it is so wrongly often seen as some sort of same-gender marriage ceremony. You may now breathe easier now! :) I am, however, interested in learning about about this fascinating rite. I long had a personal philosophical belief...

In my many years here on CF, I have rarely created threads. This time, I feel compelled by God to not only create a thread but to do a little uniting. I don't know about everyone else, but I am alarmed and saddened by the recent rash of complete disregard to orthodox Christianity as it has...

Glorious things do happen even in a world accustom to divorce: my oldest sister reconciled with her ex (who I always liked and respected; everyone else in the family did [and still does] as well). Is there a prayer in any Prayer Book or supplement for this? I've been using all my resources and...

Anglican Communion News Service: 16 arrested as persecution of Anglicans in Zimbabwe continues God, preserve your Holy Church against schismatics, authoritarians, usurpers, persecuters, and those who would cause harm to we your people.

Could it be?! Wishing we got him alive, but I'll take this alternative. I just hope it is absolutely true!

To all here, a most blessed and holy Epiphany today to all of you. He has manifested himself to the Gentiles, humbling giving Him homage and gifts. Let us then give him homage and gifts of ourselves: in praise, thanksgiving, and fidel living faith now and for ever. Amen.

As the "Acolyte of Merit" and Director of that program, I was in charge of 3 kids and 3 youths that served the altar for our two Vigil Eucharists. The 6:00pm went beyond my expectations - just a few minor mistakes on the part of the acolytes; nothing serious and it showed how well they had...

I remember the long, long time when I was the only acolyte. We now have seven youths and children...with more on the way and some only a few years away. All the youths and children love sunday school and the youths are really getting a lot out of catechism. It is so great to be able to enjoy...

First off, thank you all for the continued prayers and support for my Godmother. It means a lot from all of you. My parish is experiencing a growth in children and youth involvement. For the longest time, I was the only acolyte. Now we have many children and youth wanting to learn and we now...

My Godmother's surgery to remove cancer from her pancreas has failed. It is completely inoperable. :( This woman is a long, long, long-time breast cancer survivor. I pray she can beat it again. Please pray for another notch in her belt.

Perhaps I hit something wrong, but I am, since yesterday early, unable to alter my text. Hitting bold doesn't do a thing, and if I try control+B, it activates my browser's bookmarks instead! Is this a bug or did I do something accidentally on my end? In either case, how do I fix this issue...

My new age is automatically displayed. I feel old :sorry:

Peace in the Name of the Thrice Holy God! I have a few questions about your church and the translation of the Bible. What textual families does your church utilize in the translation of the Bible from the Septuagint to English? By this, I mean Caesarean, Alexandrian, Byzantine, etc. I know...

Today is the Feast of St. Lanfranc, Archbishop of Canterbury, d. 1089. St. Lanfranc, orphaned at an early age, became educated in the liberals arts and returned that gift by becoming an educator himself in France and Normandy, even becoming the Master of the Cathedral School in Avranches...