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Feast of the Holy Trinity – John 3:1-15

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             The Feast of the Holy Trinity differs from the other three high festivals of the Church Year. Christmas, Easter, and Pentecost all celebrate … Continue reading

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The Feast of Pentecost – John 14:23-31

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             Acts chapter two describes the great act of God in the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. John chapter 14 shows a more pleasant … Continue reading

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Easter 7 – John 15:26-16:4

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             It has been said that this Sunday is the saddest of the entire church year. Christ has ascended into heaven, but the Holy … Continue reading

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Easter 6 – James 1:22-27

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             Reading the epistle of James requires lenses. At first glance, it seems James takes away what Peter and Paul and the other epistle … Continue reading

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Easter 5 – James 1:16-21

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             Today’s Collect proclaims God makes the minds of Your faithful to be of one will. The Epistle shows two different wills at war: … Continue reading

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