Four priests in the Diocese of Toronto have pleaded with the Anglican Church of Canada’s House of Bishops to preserve clarity about the church’s doctrine of marriage. The priests are: The Rev. Canon Murray Henderson, honorary assistant at the Church of St. Mary and Martha, Toronto; The Rev. Canon F. Dean Mercer, incumbent at St. Paul’s, L’Amoreaux, Scarborough, Ontario; … [Read more...] about Priests Appeal to Bishops in Canada
Archives for April 18, 2019
Easter Day: Announcement
Easter Day, April 21 Acts 10:34-43 or Isa. 65:17-25Ps. 118:1-2, 14-241 Cor. 15:19-26 or Acts 10:34-43John 20:1-18 or Luke 24:1-12 In John’s account of the resurrection, when the beloved disciple entered the tomb, he believed but his belief was unclear. “Then the other disciple, who reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed; for as yet they did not understand … [Read more...] about Easter Day: Announcement
Bp. McConnell Reflects on Notre Dame
Bishop Dorsey W.M. McConnell of Pittsburgh writes about his family’s experiences with the Cathedral of Notre Dame and France: Notre Dame is more than a church. She is the heart of Paris and the mother of France, synonymous with the Blessed Virgin to whom she is dedicated. Though practicing Catholics are a minority in Paris these days, they love their Mother with a devotion … [Read more...] about Bp. McConnell Reflects on Notre Dame
Brush Up Your Hymn Brackets
Completed brackets are due April 30 for Hymn Tournament 2019, sponsored by the Hymn Society. The tournament concludes July 18 during the society’s conference in Dallas. The society offers a downloadable bracket for anyone who wishes to compete. The tournament is designed for fun, not indignant debates, and one person will win a year-long membership in the Hymn … [Read more...] about Brush Up Your Hymn Brackets