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What the Rector does – Baptism preparation

Posted on May 23, 2018 by stchrysostoms

What does the Rector do? Here’s the third in my short series of blogs offering a few reflections on some of the ministry I’ve been involved with during the week. I’m choosing one aspect of each day, today… 3. Baptism … Continue reading →

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Celebrate your Baptism anniversary

Posted on April 13, 2018 by stchrysostoms

Celebrate the anniversary of your baptism like a birthday, says Pope Francis. Speaking recently to a large number of Christians the Pope encouraged them to hold dear to the importance of baptism in their lives. He said: “Baptism illuminates our … Continue reading →

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Confirming in hope and joy

Posted on June 9, 2017 by stchrysostoms

I don’t think I’ve confirmed an Angel, before Bishop Mark remarked. Well at St Chrysostom’s Church he did confirm Angel, along with Amelinda, Hao, Jamila, Nathan and Romario, at this year’s fantastic confirmation from St Chrysostom’s School. First of all Bishop … Continue reading →

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A star is baptised

Posted on October 27, 2015 by stchrysostoms

Parish Mass last Sunday was enriched by a lovely baptism. Jo and Hannah brought their young daughter, Seren Janet, together with family and friends. As we welcomed Seren we all celebrated our faith together. Jo explained to us at the … Continue reading →

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Celebrating our Faith

Posted on May 14, 2015 by stchrysostoms

We had a fantastic celebration of Easter Faith on Sunday evening (10th May) . Bishop Mark led us with enthusiasm and joy, and in differing ways members of our church ‘stood up for what they believe’ and  we affirmed together … Continue reading →

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Re-membering Baptism

Posted on October 24, 2013 by stchrysostoms

“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit.” St Michael and All Angels, Bishop Middleham  Do you remember your baptism? I don’t. I was only 24 days old when I was … Continue reading →

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Experiencing Zimbabwe

Posted on August 27, 2013 by stchrysostoms

People imagine a lot of things about Zimbabwe. Unstable politics? Food shortages? An entire continent supported by aid? All these things are undoubtedly part of the story of this incredible continent and country but my experience after a couple of weeks in … Continue reading →

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