Author Archives: stmichaelssurrey

Baptism and What Is It

What is baptism? Baptism is the sign of new life in Christ and unites Christ with his people. When we become baptized we make a commitment to follow Jesus Christ. We let go of our old ways of seeing others … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Epiphany Sunday

Karoline Lewis wrote, “We tend to expect that Epiphany is about the revelation of Jesus.  About finding Jesus, witnessing Jesus in various epiphany moments.  It’s not supposed to be about being found ourselves.  Finding Jesus in those transfigured moments, is … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: We are just a few more days before Christmas. And many of us still think that this is the best time of great joy and giving. I hope that I am right in saying so. This is within … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

John the Baptist prepared the way for the Coming of the Lord much like we would prepare our cities, towns, churches and homes for the coming of guests, relatives and Jesus. On the outside we decorate, bake and clean. But … Continue reading →

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Advent and Christmas Special Events 

Dec. 13-10:00am-Service of Lessons and Carols Dec. 20-10:00am-Christmas Pageant and Holy Communion Dec. 24-Chirstmas Eve Services          7:00 and 9:30pm-Carol Singing           7:30 and 10:00pm-Holy Communion and Candle Lighting Service Dec.25-10:00am-Christmas Morning Eucharist … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: As we begin a brand new year in the Anglican Church, let us adopt a brand new attitude in our prayer that includes communities of faith across the world that may not be Christian.  We may find ourselves … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: “My kingdom is not from this world.” In the face of senseless violence, sheer horror and acts of violence, God’s kingdom and peace be triumphant in these kinds of days, in these kinds of moments, in this kind … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday’s Reflection: Mark’s Gospel calls forth the question: how tied are we to our institutions and the present order?  How hard do we work to keep the walls of our lives up?  As a culture we invest so much in … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: We all have gifts and talents that we share with each other throughout our lives.  Sometimes we may not even know that we are actually sharing it with someone but we do so without any notion of receiving … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: “For all the saints who from their labour rest, who thee by faith before the world confessed, thy name, O Jesus, be forever blest. Alleluia! Alleluia!”  This line is from the Common Praise Hymnal (#276) entitled “For All … Continue reading →

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