Introduction

[PaladinValer]

I'd suggest whatever beads that mean something to you.

Typically, an Anglican rosary's four cruciform beads as well as the invitatory bead are larger than the others, so you might want to consider that. It isn't a requirement, although unless you space them so they stand out, it may make reciting the rosary more difficult.

Best of luck!

 

[Catherineanne]

I've cooled off, and learned to use some of the features of the board to filter trouble.

I like your little picture PV. How'd you get that? I prayed the rosary today for the first time in 15 years.

Brian

That sounds lovely. I often pray the rosary. Probably not often enough, though, thinking about it.

 

[Catherineanne]

Yes it is. I still own two rosaries, both of which I made. I used to make large numbers of rosaries to give away. If I were to make some Anglican Rosaries, is there anything construction/design-wise that differs from Marian Rosaries? I noticed no centerpiece, which isn't a problem. Are oval beads good? Would it look right if all the beads were the same size and shape? Is it unheard of to have a centerpiece (I saw a nice looking St. Benedict medal centerpiece)? Are the chains between the groups of beads and the individual beads supposed to be short? I am thinking 5x7mm brown cocoa beads with a brown wood inlaid crucifix would be a nice first one to make. Interested in seeing a pic of one of my rosaries I made back in the early 90's?

I have lots of rosaries, none of which is Anglican, except in the sense that they are mine, and I am Anglican, so I wouldn't worry. Use whatever works for you.

It would be good to see a picture, though.

 

[Brian Daniel]

Here is that rosary I made Catherineanne.

 

[Adam Warlock]

Oh wow. That is really nice!

 

[Catherineanne]

Here is that rosary I made Catherineanne.

Now that's what I call a rosary. Never mind the Anglican ones, these are the ones to make.

Why did you stop making them, if you don't mind me asking? I know why I stopped painting; I found a new church that needed sewing more than pictures, so I got the sewing machine out. I always intend to paint again, but never quite get there.

One of these days ...

 

[TomUK]

Beautiful rosary. Personally I wouldn't worry too much about Anglican rosaries too much, though that's perhaps because they're a custom i've never come across outside the US. However I do think they add an unnecessary layer of complication to things. After all, if you have a problem saying the hail mary then there's nothing to stop people using something like the Jesus prayer instead. I think seeing both Roman Catholics and Anglicans using the set of beads is a powerful witness to the unity of the God's church.

Welcome to the forum!

 

[Catherineanne]

Beautiful rosary. Personally I wouldn't worry too much about Anglican rosaries too much, though that's perhaps because they're a custom i've never come across outside the US. However I do think they add an unnecessary layer of complication to things. After all, if you have a problem saying the hail mary then there's nothing to stop people using something like the Jesus prayer instead. I think seeing both Roman Catholics and Anglicans using the set of beads is a powerful witness to the unity of the God's church.

Welcome to the forum!

Good point.

 

[brightmorningstar]

Brian,
Regarding the claims of hard wired in your OP...
Major study: changing sexual orientation is possible | LifeSiteNews.com

Sure there are studies and testimonies that claim otherwise, but there are studies and testimonies that show it is possible and we have God's word that it is (ie 1 Cor 6)

Perhaps you could consider this in future posts and threads... its your testimony and feelings as opposed to other's testimony and feelings with God's word

 

[Catherineanne]

Brian,
Regarding the claims of hard wired in your OP...
Major study: changing sexual orientation is possible | LifeSiteNews.com

Sure there are studies and testimonies that claim otherwise, but there are studies and testimonies that show it is possible and we have God's word that it is (ie 1 Cor 6)

Perhaps you could consider this in future posts and threads... its your testimony and feelings as opposed to other's testimony and feelings with God's word

1 Corinthians 6

All things are lawful, but not all things are helpful.

Good luck with that.

 

[brightmorningstar]

CatherineAnne,
Except of course that testimonies denying the power of God are not helpful, and ones that do are, unless of course you prefer the former testimonies.
Good luck with that.

 

[TomUK]

 

[brightmorningstar]

Sorry TomUK but I think it was all back on track..
ie "Regarding the claims of hard wired in your OP..."

 

[MKJ]

Sorry TomUK but I think it was all back on track..
ie "Regarding the claims of hard wired in your OP..."

No, you really don't need to address every comment that someone makes that takes us off the topic of the OP. We can see a side road when we pass it by, but that is why we drive past - it is a diversion from the route we are on.

In this case one we all get dragged down on a regular basis and are tired of, whatever interest it might have held at one time.

 

[mark46]

I looked back at the OP. This thread is about the introduction of and welcoming of a new member to STR.

 

[brightmorningstar]

MKJ,
Sorry but its as valid a point as any other in the OP, I think it is pretty central to the whole of the OP. Yes I agree we are going to get dragged down either by the topic in an OP or a response.