by Daniel Beaudoin | Apr 23, 2018 | Bishop's Writings
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). I just finished my 3rd half-marathon, and I was pleased with my finish and time. I am slowly learning...
by Daniel Beaudoin | Mar 13, 2018 | Bishop's Writings
Dear Friends in Christ, “Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving.” (Colossians 4:2) In Luke chapter 11, Jesus teaches his disciples to pray, “When you pray, say, Father, hallowed by your name…” In the Book of...
by Daniel Beaudoin | Feb 12, 2018 | Bishop's Writings
Dear Friends in Christ, “O Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of your servant, and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name” (Nehemiah 1:11a) At the beginning of orientation for new Church Council members, I would often...
by Daniel Beaudoin | Feb 5, 2018 | Bishop's Writings
Dear Friends in Christ, “All these were constantly devoting themselves to prayer, together with certain women, including Mary the mother of Jesus, as well as his brothers” (Acts 1:14) In 2018, our synod’s focus is on the spiritual practice of Daily...
by Daniel Beaudoin | Jan 2, 2018 | Bishop's Writings
Dear Friends in Christ, A blessed First Sunday of Christmas and a joyful New Year to each of you! 2018 is the Year of Prayer, and my prayer for the new year is that we grow strong in the practice of Daily Prayer. Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith; Prayer and...
