Holy Saturday is one of the most reflective days of Holy Week if not of the entire Christian calendar. It is on Holy Saturday that we remember Jesus as his body lay in the tomb. We are also reminded in the Apostle’s Creed that He descended into Hell. It is almost impossible to imagine our … Read more
“ For this is the Passover of the Lord, in which, by hearing His Word and celebrating his Sacraments, we share in his victory over death.” “Look around and behold the newness of life that is now springing forth. Trees are blossoming; green grass overtaking the dead and a new fragrance rests upon the earth.” … Read more
Romans 5, verses 3 through 5: And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts… You know those verses that just follow … Read more
CEC for Life is considering hosting an internship at the CEC for Life world head quarter’s here in the heart of the south, Birmingham, AL. The internship will be post convocation (dates TBA). Winners of the CEC for Life youth contest are eligible to participate if interested. Please indicate that you are interested in the … Read more
Except for today, because TODAY I have finally posted the March for Life photos. Enjoy, my friends, enjoy. I have so many pictures of this flag. Fr. Terry, opening in prayer. Worship. Prayer. The new patriarch speaking to the people. Fr. Mark Johnson, making the best face ever. Steps of the Supreme Court. Alan Melanson … Read more
I took a little road trip this weekend. Up to Virginia for a few days to visit the Stand True Crew and, on Friday, up to Pennsylvania to see even more Stand True people (Bryan the Kemper, his lovely assistant Rachel, Emma the hobbit, and of course Jodie, one of many hippies who call Stand … Read more
James 1:27 – “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans…” We read this passage last night at youth group and it hit me like a ton of bricks…these babies that are dying on a daily basis due to the holocaust of abortion are, in the truest … Read more
Last week at Intercessor’s weekly youth group meeting, which we call Grounded & Settled, we had Pat Shea come in and speak to them about her organization called Mommas House that provides ministry to single young mothers. This organization works with Birthright International here on Long Island to provide housing, education, and help with receiving … Read more
This is a slideshow of the March for Life put together by high school student Jessa Connolly from Church of the Intercessor. (Song by Kelly Tanza): [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCiNNXEDdlQ&rel=0&color1=0x006699&color2=0x54abd6&border=1] There will be more pictures, at some point. In the near future. Just as soon as I get them out of my laptop and into my internet, a … Read more
Hey guys, Many thanks to everyone who attended last week’s March for Life in Washington, DC. Special thanks to our new patriarch, Bishop Craig Bates, as well as all the other bishops who took the time to come and encourage us in the Lord. Also, big BIG thank yous to Alan Melanson and his awesome … Read more
