A new congregation in Antioch, Calif., is named in honor of Deaconess Anna Alexander of Georgia, who was added to the church’s calendar by General Convention in 2018. The parish provides more details: Anna Ellison Butler Alexander came to the attention of St. George’s, Antioch, and St. Alban’s, Brentwood, during last year’s Lent Madness, Forward Movement’s version of March … [Read more...] about In Honor of Anna Alexander
Archives for April 1, 2019
Anglican-Jewish Dialogue in England
The Anglican Jewish Commission met in Manchester, England, March 26-28, departing from its normal pattern of meeting in Lambeth Palace or Jerusalem. The commission conducts dialogue on behalf of the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. “There is a strong Jewish population here [in Manchester] and there is a vibrant Anglican diocese,” said the Most … [Read more...] about Anglican-Jewish Dialogue in England
4/7: Deeply Moved
5 Lent, April 7 Isa. 43:16-21 • Ps. 126 Phil. 3:4b-14 • John 12:1-8 Jesus’ raising of Lazarus from the dead is first and foremost an act of love. It is a miracle of new life, rooted in the eternal love that is the source of all being. The condition of Lazarus was reported in this way: “Lord, he whom you love is ill” (John 11:3). The story continues: “Jesus loved Martha and … [Read more...] about 4/7: Deeply Moved