This document contains four issues of a church newsletter that discusses what it means to be "the hands and feet of God". Each issue focuses on a different part of the quote: "Yours are the eyes through which the compassion of Christ is to look out on a hurting world. Yours are the feet with which he is to go about doing good. Yours are the hands with which he is to bless now." The newsletter encourages readers to use their senses to witness God's creation, recognize their ability to make a difference, and follow Jesus' example of service.
The Restoration of All Things by Sergio Fustero CarrerasCarl McRoy
Man was created in God's image spiritually, intellectually, and physically. While not equal to God, man reflected the Creator. The first man and woman, Adam and Eve, disobeyed God and ate the forbidden fruit. As a result, there were immediate consequences - they felt shame, hid from God, blamed each other, and work became difficult. God put enmity between Satan and humanity but provided a way of salvation through Jesus Christ, who would atone for humanity's sins by suffering punishment on our behalf. Christ is the image of God, and through beholding His glory by the Spirit, we can be transformed into His image from glory to glory.
St. Vincent had a divine fire that drove him to proclaim Jesus Christ and serve the poor. He was able to touch peoples' hearts and inflame them with faith and love through his simple talks. As a result of his own experience with Jesus Christ, he was able to develop a lively catechesis to make the faith understandable to others using familiar language. St. Vincent encourages Vincentians to always listen to God, who will inspire our words as we proclaim the Gospel and serve those in need.
1) The passage describes Jesus' ascension into heaven and his promise to send the Holy Spirit.
2) It tells of two angels appearing to tell the disciples that Jesus will return in the same way he ascended.
3) It notes that the disciples then returned to Jerusalem and gathered together in prayer.
1) Jesus came as the True Father to give spiritual rebirth by cleansing people of original sin and transforming them from evil to good. The Holy Spirit came as the True Mother to assist in this spiritual rebirth.
2) For full salvation, people must receive both spiritual and physical rebirth, as the fall impacted humanity both spiritually and physically. Christ must return physically to grant this full salvation.
3) True Parents, both spiritually (Jesus and the Holy Spirit) and physically (the returning Christ), are needed to give rebirth and allow people to establish relationships with God centered on true love.
The document discusses Jesus as the greatest leader of all time, describing his teachings of love, service, and sacrifice. It outlines Jesus' life and ministry, highlighting how he led through action, example, love and making the ultimate sacrifice on the cross. The document argues that Jesus continues to be a present leader through his influence on Christians and churches around the world.
This document discusses the biblical foundations of volunteerism. It begins by defining volunteerism and providing statistics on volunteering in the US. It then argues that the Bible portrays God as the ultimate volunteer who chooses to create, establish Israel, harden Pharaoh's heart, and love the world. It also discusses how Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Christians, and God's nature exemplify volunteerism. The document concludes by contrasting the failures of coercive prison systems with the successful outcomes of voluntary programs like CBI.
The central theme of Jesus preaching, and one that links all of the scriptures. A video presentation may be found at https://vimeo.com/vivgrigg/kingdom.
God's plan of salvation involves three significant results: justification, adoption, and regeneration. Justification means God declares believers righteous because their sins were placed on Jesus. Adoption means believers become children of God and part of His family. Regeneration refers to being spiritually reborn or transformed as a new creation through faith in Christ. These gifts flow from God's costly love and save believers from sin and separation from God.
The Restoration of All Things by Sergio Fustero CarrerasCarl McRoy
Man was created in God's image spiritually, intellectually, and physically. While not equal to God, man reflected the Creator. The first man and woman, Adam and Eve, disobeyed God and ate the forbidden fruit. As a result, there were immediate consequences - they felt shame, hid from God, blamed each other, and work became difficult. God put enmity between Satan and humanity but provided a way of salvation through Jesus Christ, who would atone for humanity's sins by suffering punishment on our behalf. Christ is the image of God, and through beholding His glory by the Spirit, we can be transformed into His image from glory to glory.
St. Vincent had a divine fire that drove him to proclaim Jesus Christ and serve the poor. He was able to touch peoples' hearts and inflame them with faith and love through his simple talks. As a result of his own experience with Jesus Christ, he was able to develop a lively catechesis to make the faith understandable to others using familiar language. St. Vincent encourages Vincentians to always listen to God, who will inspire our words as we proclaim the Gospel and serve those in need.
1) The passage describes Jesus' ascension into heaven and his promise to send the Holy Spirit.
2) It tells of two angels appearing to tell the disciples that Jesus will return in the same way he ascended.
3) It notes that the disciples then returned to Jerusalem and gathered together in prayer.
1) Jesus came as the True Father to give spiritual rebirth by cleansing people of original sin and transforming them from evil to good. The Holy Spirit came as the True Mother to assist in this spiritual rebirth.
2) For full salvation, people must receive both spiritual and physical rebirth, as the fall impacted humanity both spiritually and physically. Christ must return physically to grant this full salvation.
3) True Parents, both spiritually (Jesus and the Holy Spirit) and physically (the returning Christ), are needed to give rebirth and allow people to establish relationships with God centered on true love.
The document discusses Jesus as the greatest leader of all time, describing his teachings of love, service, and sacrifice. It outlines Jesus' life and ministry, highlighting how he led through action, example, love and making the ultimate sacrifice on the cross. The document argues that Jesus continues to be a present leader through his influence on Christians and churches around the world.
This document discusses the biblical foundations of volunteerism. It begins by defining volunteerism and providing statistics on volunteering in the US. It then argues that the Bible portrays God as the ultimate volunteer who chooses to create, establish Israel, harden Pharaoh's heart, and love the world. It also discusses how Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Christians, and God's nature exemplify volunteerism. The document concludes by contrasting the failures of coercive prison systems with the successful outcomes of voluntary programs like CBI.
The central theme of Jesus preaching, and one that links all of the scriptures. A video presentation may be found at https://vimeo.com/vivgrigg/kingdom.
God's plan of salvation involves three significant results: justification, adoption, and regeneration. Justification means God declares believers righteous because their sins were placed on Jesus. Adoption means believers become children of God and part of His family. Regeneration refers to being spiritually reborn or transformed as a new creation through faith in Christ. These gifts flow from God's costly love and save believers from sin and separation from God.
This document contains prayers, passages from Psalms and scripture, and discussions around themes of unity, equity, and welcome within a faith community. It advocates for embracing diversity of beliefs, equal opportunity and treatment of all people, and a culture of Christian hospitality. The document discusses opening all aspects of church life to anyone seeking to follow Jesus, including attendance, membership, baptism, communion, marriage, and leadership roles, without extra requirements for any group. It encourages respectful and loving discussion around perspectives on sexuality and relationships.
20141012 jesus comes among us and undergoes baptism & temptations 2014Jeffrey Lee
Jesus comes among us as both fully God and fully human. He is born of the Virgin Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit. His incarnation allows humanity to be reconciled with God and learn from Jesus' example. After being baptized and tempted in the desert, Jesus begins his ministry by teaching in the synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. However, he faces rejection from some in his hometown of Nazareth who do not accept that he fulfills the prophecies of the Messiah.
This document contains excerpts from various sources discussing the Christian doctrine of the Trinity. It describes how the Trinity reflects an eternal community of mutual, self-giving love between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It also discusses how understanding God as triune, rather than unipersonal, means that love, not power, is at the center of reality. Finally, it explores some of the metaphysical claims of Christianity, such as the idea that self-giving love is what sustains all life and provides meaning.
This document discusses the spiritual context of the current times according to statements from several Popes. It notes that Popes from Leo XIII to Benedict XVI have warned of evil forces at work and a growing "dictatorship of relativism". International organizations promote unlimited birth control and abortion as women's rights. But the Popes and this document see attacks on the family as part of a larger spiritual battle. We are called to understand and respond to these dramatic times as part of God's plan.
God saves people through his mercy, not because of any righteousness on their part. He saves through the washing of rebirth and renewal of the Holy Spirit, which he poured out generously through Jesus Christ. Salvation comes from God's kindness and love, not from any good works. It involves regeneration of the heart by the Holy Spirit and renewal in God's likeness. God's saving work ultimately makes believers heirs of eternal life.
Jesus lived a fully human life while also being divine. He experienced human joys and sorrows to sanctify human experiences. His life fulfilled Jewish expectations of the Messiah by obeying Jewish law and traditions. Jesus brought unity among divided groups in Israel through his teachings of love and by healing the sick of all backgrounds. The Mass allows Christians today to access the salvation won on the cross through the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood, which has its roots in the Jewish Passover tradition.
The document discusses how God has acted throughout history to create and unite a family (the church) to represent Him to the world. It emphasizes that within the church, each individual is uniquely gifted yet still part of one body through the unifying power of the Holy Spirit. Effective ministry requires that individuals sacrifice their own interests for the unity of the greater body in representing Christ.
This document is Pope Francis' proclamation of an Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy. It discusses how God is merciful, and how Jesus showed mercy by healing the sick and forgiving sins. Pope Francis calls for Catholics to practice acts of mercy by showing compassion to those suffering and helping people in need. He establishes a Holy Door in St. Peter's Basilica as a sign of God's mercy and calls on Catholics to undertake pilgrimages as a journey of conversion and finding God's mercy.
The document discusses virtues, grace, and their importance in the Christian life. It defines virtues as good habits that are cultivated through proper conduct. Both natural virtues from ancient philosophers and theological virtues that dispose people to a relationship with the Holy Trinity are mentioned. Grace, including sanctifying grace from God that heals people from sin and actual graces as God's interventions, allows people to progress from a state of sin to union with God through justification and sanctification. The gifts of the Holy Spirit and their corresponding virtues are also outlined, with an emphasis on growing in virtue and relying on God's grace to conquer struggles and achieve holiness and union with Christ.
Lesson 8 | The Mission of Jesus | Sabbath School | Power Pointjespadill
The document provides a lesson summary for May 23, 2015 focused on Jesus coming "to seek and to save that which was lost" as referenced in Luke 19:10. It discusses several biblical stories and passages that illustrate this, including the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and prodigal son. It also references the stories of Bartimaeus and Zacchaeus, and how Jesus sought and saved them. The document emphasizes that as instruments of God, Christians should seek to find lost people and bring them to Jesus.
Jesus is described as the greatest leader of all time based on his qualities of love, morality, integrity, humility and effectiveness. As a leader, Jesus served others by washing his disciples' feet, teaching the golden rule, and sacrificing himself on the cross. The document argues that Jesus continues to be a local leader today through his teachings in the Bible and influence on Christian churches around the world.
This document discusses the Church entering a new springtime and the need for laborers in God's harvest. It talks about Pope John Paul II seeing a new missionary age and third millennium for Christianity. The document discusses building a civilization of love and the unique role of married couples and families in the Church's mission. It addresses different dimensions of answering God's call, including calls to live out faith daily/weekly/annually, share one's faith, help spread the faith, and financially support faith programs. The challenges of being an apostle are also noted.
Angels are spiritual messengers created by God to serve him and assist humanity. There are different choirs or ranks of angels, including seraphim, cherubim, thrones, dominions, virtues, powers, principalities, archangels, and angels. The three archangels named in Scripture are Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Angels have attributes like immortality and lack of gender. They help guide humanity and intervene at important moments in salvation history. The Catholic Church venerates angels in liturgy and honors guardian angels and archangels with specific feast days.
This document appears to be a summary of a church sermon delivered on December 17, 2017. The sermon discusses how God's grace allows people to depend on Him, forgives sins completely and forgets sins immediately, and changes people's hearts, directions in life, pasts and futures. It references Bible verses about God being a child born for humanity, forgiving those who confess sins, and Jesus dining with a sinful woman. The conclusion names the church and presenter.
O documento lista 14 vagas de emprego com seus respectivos requisitos de escolaridade e experiência. As vagas incluem assistente de logística, atendente de mesa, auxiliar contábil, auxiliar de limpeza, entre outras. A maioria requer ensino médio completo e seis meses de experiência comprovada em Carteira de Trabalho.
The document discusses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones. It provides background on the origins of UAVs, describing early attempts at powered flight, as well as their first military uses in the Vietnam War. The document also outlines the key sub-systems that enable UAV functions like communication, navigation, monitoring, and collision avoidance. It notes several uses of UAVs in applications like counterterrorism, scientific research, and armed attacks, as well as advantages like not requiring a pilot and ability to enter dangerous areas, and disadvantages such as potential loss of contact or hacking.
ueda2011 national diabetes program-d.morsiueda2015
The document outlines a proposed national diabetes program for Egypt, including defining the key parties involved, their obligations, and priorities. It recommends establishing a national diabetes registry, increasing access to insulin and care through primary centers nationwide, educating patients and the healthcare team, conducting epidemiological and economic research, and strengthening international cooperation through organizations like the International Diabetes Federation and WHO. The goal is to develop a coordinated, multi-stakeholder approach to improving diabetes prevention, management and care across Egypt.
This document contains prayers, passages from Psalms and scripture, and discussions around themes of unity, equity, and welcome within a faith community. It advocates for embracing diversity of beliefs, equal opportunity and treatment of all people, and a culture of Christian hospitality. The document discusses opening all aspects of church life to anyone seeking to follow Jesus, including attendance, membership, baptism, communion, marriage, and leadership roles, without extra requirements for any group. It encourages respectful and loving discussion around perspectives on sexuality and relationships.
20141012 jesus comes among us and undergoes baptism & temptations 2014Jeffrey Lee
Jesus comes among us as both fully God and fully human. He is born of the Virgin Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit. His incarnation allows humanity to be reconciled with God and learn from Jesus' example. After being baptized and tempted in the desert, Jesus begins his ministry by teaching in the synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. However, he faces rejection from some in his hometown of Nazareth who do not accept that he fulfills the prophecies of the Messiah.
This document contains excerpts from various sources discussing the Christian doctrine of the Trinity. It describes how the Trinity reflects an eternal community of mutual, self-giving love between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It also discusses how understanding God as triune, rather than unipersonal, means that love, not power, is at the center of reality. Finally, it explores some of the metaphysical claims of Christianity, such as the idea that self-giving love is what sustains all life and provides meaning.
This document discusses the spiritual context of the current times according to statements from several Popes. It notes that Popes from Leo XIII to Benedict XVI have warned of evil forces at work and a growing "dictatorship of relativism". International organizations promote unlimited birth control and abortion as women's rights. But the Popes and this document see attacks on the family as part of a larger spiritual battle. We are called to understand and respond to these dramatic times as part of God's plan.
God saves people through his mercy, not because of any righteousness on their part. He saves through the washing of rebirth and renewal of the Holy Spirit, which he poured out generously through Jesus Christ. Salvation comes from God's kindness and love, not from any good works. It involves regeneration of the heart by the Holy Spirit and renewal in God's likeness. God's saving work ultimately makes believers heirs of eternal life.
Jesus lived a fully human life while also being divine. He experienced human joys and sorrows to sanctify human experiences. His life fulfilled Jewish expectations of the Messiah by obeying Jewish law and traditions. Jesus brought unity among divided groups in Israel through his teachings of love and by healing the sick of all backgrounds. The Mass allows Christians today to access the salvation won on the cross through the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood, which has its roots in the Jewish Passover tradition.
The document discusses how God has acted throughout history to create and unite a family (the church) to represent Him to the world. It emphasizes that within the church, each individual is uniquely gifted yet still part of one body through the unifying power of the Holy Spirit. Effective ministry requires that individuals sacrifice their own interests for the unity of the greater body in representing Christ.
This document is Pope Francis' proclamation of an Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy. It discusses how God is merciful, and how Jesus showed mercy by healing the sick and forgiving sins. Pope Francis calls for Catholics to practice acts of mercy by showing compassion to those suffering and helping people in need. He establishes a Holy Door in St. Peter's Basilica as a sign of God's mercy and calls on Catholics to undertake pilgrimages as a journey of conversion and finding God's mercy.
The document discusses virtues, grace, and their importance in the Christian life. It defines virtues as good habits that are cultivated through proper conduct. Both natural virtues from ancient philosophers and theological virtues that dispose people to a relationship with the Holy Trinity are mentioned. Grace, including sanctifying grace from God that heals people from sin and actual graces as God's interventions, allows people to progress from a state of sin to union with God through justification and sanctification. The gifts of the Holy Spirit and their corresponding virtues are also outlined, with an emphasis on growing in virtue and relying on God's grace to conquer struggles and achieve holiness and union with Christ.
Lesson 8 | The Mission of Jesus | Sabbath School | Power Pointjespadill
The document provides a lesson summary for May 23, 2015 focused on Jesus coming "to seek and to save that which was lost" as referenced in Luke 19:10. It discusses several biblical stories and passages that illustrate this, including the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and prodigal son. It also references the stories of Bartimaeus and Zacchaeus, and how Jesus sought and saved them. The document emphasizes that as instruments of God, Christians should seek to find lost people and bring them to Jesus.
Jesus is described as the greatest leader of all time based on his qualities of love, morality, integrity, humility and effectiveness. As a leader, Jesus served others by washing his disciples' feet, teaching the golden rule, and sacrificing himself on the cross. The document argues that Jesus continues to be a local leader today through his teachings in the Bible and influence on Christian churches around the world.
This document discusses the Church entering a new springtime and the need for laborers in God's harvest. It talks about Pope John Paul II seeing a new missionary age and third millennium for Christianity. The document discusses building a civilization of love and the unique role of married couples and families in the Church's mission. It addresses different dimensions of answering God's call, including calls to live out faith daily/weekly/annually, share one's faith, help spread the faith, and financially support faith programs. The challenges of being an apostle are also noted.
Angels are spiritual messengers created by God to serve him and assist humanity. There are different choirs or ranks of angels, including seraphim, cherubim, thrones, dominions, virtues, powers, principalities, archangels, and angels. The three archangels named in Scripture are Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Angels have attributes like immortality and lack of gender. They help guide humanity and intervene at important moments in salvation history. The Catholic Church venerates angels in liturgy and honors guardian angels and archangels with specific feast days.
This document appears to be a summary of a church sermon delivered on December 17, 2017. The sermon discusses how God's grace allows people to depend on Him, forgives sins completely and forgets sins immediately, and changes people's hearts, directions in life, pasts and futures. It references Bible verses about God being a child born for humanity, forgiving those who confess sins, and Jesus dining with a sinful woman. The conclusion names the church and presenter.
O documento lista 14 vagas de emprego com seus respectivos requisitos de escolaridade e experiência. As vagas incluem assistente de logística, atendente de mesa, auxiliar contábil, auxiliar de limpeza, entre outras. A maioria requer ensino médio completo e seis meses de experiência comprovada em Carteira de Trabalho.
The document discusses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones. It provides background on the origins of UAVs, describing early attempts at powered flight, as well as their first military uses in the Vietnam War. The document also outlines the key sub-systems that enable UAV functions like communication, navigation, monitoring, and collision avoidance. It notes several uses of UAVs in applications like counterterrorism, scientific research, and armed attacks, as well as advantages like not requiring a pilot and ability to enter dangerous areas, and disadvantages such as potential loss of contact or hacking.
ueda2011 national diabetes program-d.morsiueda2015
The document outlines a proposed national diabetes program for Egypt, including defining the key parties involved, their obligations, and priorities. It recommends establishing a national diabetes registry, increasing access to insulin and care through primary centers nationwide, educating patients and the healthcare team, conducting epidemiological and economic research, and strengthening international cooperation through organizations like the International Diabetes Federation and WHO. The goal is to develop a coordinated, multi-stakeholder approach to improving diabetes prevention, management and care across Egypt.
Este resumen describe el mensaje de Jesús sobre la promesa de un lugar preparado en el cielo y la certeza de la esperanza que él ofrece. Jesús les dice a sus discípulos que no deben turbarse porque él va a preparar un lugar para ellos y volverá a llevarlos con él. Aunque no saben a dónde va exactamente, Jesús les asegura que conoce el camino. Él orienta la existencia de los creyentes en la rectitud y la búsqueda de sentido, y fortalece su fe cuando se alejan de él.
This document provides instructions for new students arriving at Sea Mills Primary School, directing them to walk down the lane to the black gate, then past the Nursery building to hang their coat on a trolley and put their book bag in a box. It also points out the location of the behavior ladder and toilets.
Evaluasi cadangan adalah kajian teknis dan ekonomis untuk menilai kuantitas dan nilai ekonomis cadangan suatu sumberdaya mineral. Parameter utama meliputi tonase, kadar, ukuran, bentuk, dan lokasi endapan. Metode yang digunakan mencakup pemodelan karakteristik fisik seperti ukuran, bentuk, dan distribusi kadar berdasarkan sampling dan pemboran, serta estimasi cadangan menggunakan geostatistika.
Este documento presenta un proceso personal para la autorrealización que incluye el crecimiento y desarrollo personal a través del conocimiento, aprendizaje, actitud, determinación y decisión. También involucra la superación, aceptación del otro, respeto, empatía y amor incondicional, así como el desarrollo de habilidades comunicacionales, aptitudes y motivación.
Este documento ofrece consejos para el cuidado y comprensión de gatos adoptados. Brinda información sobre cómo adaptarse a un nuevo gato, ya sea cachorro o adulto, macho o hembra, y ofrece consejos sobre su comportamiento y educación. Recomienda paciencia y dedicar tiempo para que el gato se adapte a su nuevo hogar y confíe en sus dueños.
Evaluasi cadangan adalah kajian teknis dan ekonomis untuk menilai kuantitas dan nilai ekonomis cadangan suatu sumberdaya mineral. Parameter utama meliputi tonase, kadar, ukuran, bentuk, dan lokasi endapan. Metode yang digunakan mencakup pemodelan karakteristik fisik seperti ukuran, bentuk, dan distribusi kadar berdasarkan sampling dan pemboran, serta estimasi cadangan menggunakan geostatistika.
Este documento describe las diferentes pestañas y botones que se encuentran en la interfaz de usuario de Microsoft Word. Explica las funciones de la pestaña Inicio, Insertar, Diseño de página, Referencias, Correspondencia, Revisar, Vista y Formato. Cada pestaña contiene botones que permiten agregar o modificar texto, imágenes, tablas, temas, ortografía y otros formatos en un documento de Word.
Este documento describe las características de la creatividad e innovación en la educación superior. Explica que los docentes creativos son flexibles, investigadores, dinámicos y de buen humor. También describe el proceso de la creatividad e identifica elementos clave de la innovación como la experiencia, autonomía y redes. Se enfoca en los nativos digitales y cómo aprenden de manera multi-tareas, colaborativa e independiente. Finalmente, propone metodologías de enseñanza innovadoras que utilizan recursos tecnológicos y
The document discusses Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines and provides an overview of their components and basic functions. CNC machines use computer-generated numerical inputs to control motions for manufacturing purposes. Common CNC machines include 3D printers, milling machines, and laser cutters. The document outlines the typical workflow for 2D CNC projects, from designing a model in CAD software, generating toolpaths in CAM software, exporting G-code, and streaming it to the CNC machine's controller to cut or engrave the design.
El documento habla sobre el currículo y sus diferentes tipos y modelos. Explica que el currículo permite planificar las actividades académicas de forma general y lograr los objetivos deseados. Describe los diferentes tipos de currículo como el oculto, operacional, oficial y nulo. También presenta varios modelos curriculares como el clásico de Tyler y modelos sistémicos, críticos y constructivistas. Se enfoca en explicar el modelo de Tyler y sus principios básicos.
The seminar report discusses different types of natural disasters including floods, droughts, cyclones, earthquakes, and landslides. For floods, it describes factors that contribute to flooding and provides tips for flood preparedness and safety after a flood. For droughts, it explains different types and impacts of droughts as well as causes. The report also defines cyclones and earthquakes, and discusses the causes and effects of landslides. Throughout, it aims to educate about various natural disasters and mitigation strategies.
Balloon sizing for percutaneus balloon mitral valvotomy Ramachandra Barik
There are two main methods for determining the appropriate balloon size for percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (BMV): 1) An empirical formula based on the patient's height or 2) Choosing size based on the maximal inter-commissural distance of the mitral valve as measured by echocardiography. While height-based formulas are commonly used, they have limitations since differences in body habitus are not accounted for. Measurement of the maximal inter-commissural distance via echocardiography is considered a more accurate method for determining balloon size and may provide better outcomes.
The document discusses adopting a missional approach and narrative by focusing on stewardship of gifts from God to love and serve neighbors and build up the church. It emphasizes telling stories of what God is doing through individuals, congregations, synods and the churchwide organization to shape a culture of abundance and generosity rather than scarcity. The document provides resources for storytelling and encourages examining the narratives communities tell themselves.
The document discusses Jesus' ministry of compassion. It notes that Jesus ministered to people's social, physical, and spiritual needs out of compassion. It examines passages from Matthew's Gospel where Jesus is described as feeling compassion for crowds of people who were suffering. Each time, Jesus responds to their needs through healing, teaching, or feeding them. The document encourages readers to develop compassion like Jesus and participate in ministry that helps those in need.
Making disciples who make disciples is at the heart of the call to follow Christ. Here are some notes on the gap between our intentions and practice (adapted from Greg Ogden's book, Transforming Discipleship).
This document provides a weekly Lenten programme for Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Westville. It includes daily Scripture passages and reflections on repentance, seeing Jesus in others, forgiveness, and living a perfect life through faith. Practical suggestions exhort attending Mass, giving to the poor, reconciliation, and quiet prayer. The overall message is that Lent is an opportunity for change, renewal and transformation as believers accept Jesus' invitation to repent and believe in the Gospel.
A Christian youth is expected to fulfill several responsibilities in school, including leading by positive example, upholding moral integrity, sharing their faith confidently, actively serving others, nurturing spiritual growth, and balancing responsibilities with purpose. Key duties are leading by example, maintaining moral integrity, sharing faith, serving others, growing spiritually, and balancing life goals. Christian youth should fulfill these roles through their actions, speech, and relationships.
The story of Ka Tonyo carving a boat from a piece of wood is used to explain the visible and invisible dimensions of the Church. As a sacrament, the Church is Christ's instrument for salvation and unites the visible and invisible. Seeing the Church requires faith to see her visible reality and spiritual reality as bearing divine life. The Church signifies Christ's redeeming presence and activity for all people in a visible, historical way.
This newsletter from First Baptist Church of Franklinton provides information about upcoming events and programs for the month of September. It includes details about Sunday school and worship service times, a message from the pastor about renewed growth in the church, information from various church ministers about activities in their areas, and birthday announcements for children. The newsletter aims to keep church members informed and encourage participation in the life of the church community.
The document discusses Jesus' command to the disciples to go into the world and proclaim the good news to all of creation. It describes how the disciples were a small and imperfect community who failed Jesus, but he still entrusted them with spreading the gospel. It emphasizes that the success of their mission depended not on their abilities, but on the presence of the Risen Lord. Christians are called to witness God's love through their lives and words, making space for the Holy Spirit to empower them and urge them towards fraternity with others.
The document contains announcements for various church events as well as a summary of the Sunday school lesson on Philippians 3:10. The summary discusses knowing Christ personally, powerfully through His resurrection, and passionately through sharing in His sufferings. It provides commentary from various authors on how suffering can drive us closer to God and help us mature in our faith. The summary emphasizes that God uses suffering to sanctify believers and make them more like Christ.
The document summarizes the three core beliefs of Calvary church:
1) The Bible is God's trustworthy message for all people.
2) Jesus is the only way of salvation.
3) Everyone in the world needs to hear God's story.
It then provides more details about each belief, including explanations of who Jesus is and what the Bible is, as well as calls for people to accept Jesus as their savior and share God's message with others.
I want to focus on a few ideas 1) we needed each other, 2) we must learn to respect each other, and 3) we must learn to identify with each another; in other words, we need to learn to identify the value of others. SEE, PEOPLE ARE VALUABLE, BEAUTIFUL, AND NECESSARY.
The image of the body of Christ emphasizes unity in Christ while being interdependent on one another. Christian faith is not to be defined merely in terms of individual relationship to the Lord, but how the fellowship between believers magnifies the image of God. As the body of Christ, the church is the extension of Jesus’ ministry. All the various members have been given gifts, not for personal satisfaction, but for the building up of the body as a whole (14:4–5, 12). While there is diversity of gifts, there is not to be division within the body.
Each piece of the body has its own function, and each function is impacted by other parts. The heart pumps blood to areas in the body that it will never touch any other way. The hand will touch things that the foot will never feel, while the eye sees things that, without hands, it will never fully appreciate. Together the body functions and relates to each part and benefits from the function of each part. We enjoy life to the fullest because all our parts work together to allow us to partake in the world around us.
The body of Christ must be one, in harmony, united, and on one accord to maximize the impact we have on people, families, the church, our community, and ultimately the world. When the body is functioning at its best, the body is healthier, stronger, and more able to handle things that come its way.
This document discusses key principles from the Bible for how Christians should live and interact with others. It emphasizes seeing others as Jesus sees them, with compassion. Christians should live humbly and righteously, reflecting God's kindness like a light in darkness. They are called to care for others physically and spiritually, as Jesus cared for the poor, sick, and downtrodden. Christians should constantly seek truth from Jesus and the Bible to answer life's biggest questions. The early church shared their faith through small group gatherings, and churches today should continue sharing Jesus through education and open discussion. Deeds and example are more powerful than mere words or profession of faith.
The work of Fr Norris; a mitigated St Ignatius spiritual diary that leads people to a greater understanding of yourself and your relationship with others and most importantly with God.
This document discusses the journey of a small group of Christians in the early 1800s who studied the Bible and discovered truths about how God desires people to live whole, connected lives and about the end of life as we know it. They formed the Seventh-day Adventist Church to share these discoveries. It promotes living a balanced life through spirituality, physical and mental well-being, and service to others as designed by God. The church aims to meet the whole needs of people worldwide through various ministries.
This document discusses Jesus' words "You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you" from John 15:3. It explains that Jesus' word has the power to purify believers and cleanse their hearts of sin. It says accepting and living according to Jesus' teachings allows him to grow within us. Practicing the word of God and having the same thoughts as Jesus shows our divine purity. The document encourages reading the word daily and putting it into practice, especially the New Commandment of mutual love.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? Notes (A4)William Anderson
The document provides guidance on foundational principles for discipling someone. It emphasizes establishing the "big picture" of salvation history with Jesus at the center. When discipling others, the initial focus should be on "being" rather than "doing" - helping them understand their new identity in Christ through the gospel. This establishes the proper motivation from a transformed heart before exhorting good works. Key tools for growth are engaging with the word of God, prayer, and fellowship within the church community.
A sermon delivered at the Liberal Catholic Church of Saint Francis, Gordon, New South Wales, Australia, on 15 July 2007, being the Sixth Sunday after Trinity - Copyright Ian Ellis-Jones 2007 - All Rights Reserved.
Seeing God's Image and Likeness Instead of PeopleGabriel Serafini
Presentation given by Jorge Perez from Second Church of Christ, Scientist, San Francisco about reaching out through radio and television programs to a diverse audience.
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