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1965 ~St. Martin's Anglican Church ~ 2010
1203 St. Martin's Drive, Pickering ON. L1W 1M9 Phone 905-839-4257 ~ Rector: The Rev. Millie Hope Eucharist at 9:00 am (Book of Common Prayer) Choral Eucharist at 10:30 (Book of Alternative Services) Anglican Church of Canada ~ Diocese of Toronto |
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The Rev. Millie Hope
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If you are looking for a church family, come to St. Martin's where you will find a warm welcome Pentecost 2010
With a mighty rushing wind and tongues of fire, the Christian Church came into being, as the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples! Pentecost! Fifty days after the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ, the gift of the Spirit came. The Comforter, who would teach and guide the disciples as they spread the good news throughout the world. Through their words and actions, the world will come to know Jesus as Lord and Saviour. The early Church suffered persecution and hardship but continued to grow. The Spirit gave new life to the fearful and despairing; gave courage and hope. Those who recognized Jesus as the Son of God helped others to grow in faith. This is all part of being Church.
As Christ=s church at St. Martin=s it is important for us to celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. To remember the contributions of countless disciples before us who helped to clear the way for us. As we remember, we are also to take up the work of being Church. To share our faith with those around us. To proclaim Jesus in our life. Worship is only part of being Church. Worship is where we=re fed to do the real work of living a Christian life. We don=t cease to be AChurch@ once we leave the building. We carry the gift of the Spirit, always.
With a mighty rushing wind and tongues of fire, the Christian Church came into being! Infused with the energy of the Spirit, St. Martin=s continues to grow. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, I pray that we will always work side by side to reveal God’s glory through God’s Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Special blessings in this Season of Pentecost. Rev. Millie
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