In my posting “The Grace Of Common Sense” I mentioned, although briefly, about December 2012 being the end of time as presumably the Mayan Calendar ends in that month, later on this year.  In my opinion, exploring end of days theories can be at least interesting and even entertaining, if viewed in the proper perspective.  The following verses giving witness to the importance of not accepting any man’s opinions regarding the end of days as an absolute truth that will “reportedly” occur at the end of this year;

Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour. [1] yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring… [2] Continue reading »

In my previous missive titled, “Modern Day Prophets–Soothsayers or Heretics” I expounded upon the viability of those who appear to be no more than soothsayers or fortune tellers hiding behind the façade of a prophet, pleading with my readers to carefully pray and contemplate upon the rhetoric of anyone who professes to have a clear vision of what the future holds in store, before accepting that rhetoric as a truth.  In this light, let us examine the multitudes of latter day prophecies concerning the end of days. Continue reading »

I am not a prophet.  I have never claimed to be a prophet, nor do I aspire to be recognized by my brothers and sisters as such.  Personally, I have always felt a certain degree of trepidation—a nervous apprehension—of the title being bestowed upon, or claimed by, anyone of the modern era.  Again on a personal basis, my conviction as an individual, I cannot put aside the words of Saint Peter, I cannot ignore his warning about those that would appear in our midst and attempt to prophesize.

But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly Continue reading »

In our lessons for today (Sunday 26 June 2011)  we look at verses from Isaiah, Romans, and the Gospel of Matthew, all three are generally considered as prophecy, which has been fulfilled proving its accuracy and even yet today we are seeing some of this same prophecy happening in our daily lives.  In context, Isaiah chapter 2: begins with the prophecy relating to the last days, the days of the Messiah, when his kingdom should be set up in the world, The setting up of the Christian church, and the planting of the Christian religion, in the world. Christianity shall then be the mountain of the Lord’s house, however our lesson from verses 10-17 COULD BE TAKEN AS TO startle and awaken secure sinners, who seek out, lust for and covet worldly blessings for themselves, and stand in defiance of God and his judgments — a general reference to the method God takes to awaken and humble proud sinners, and to make them realize that which they delighted in and depended on more than God, is not what they thought it would be. Continue reading »

As promised, here is a nighttime photo of the interior of the little chapel.  Only seating about 10 people, the tiny chapel however has a wonderful “feel” about it, you have to experience to appreciate.

Readings for Sunday 26, December; Psalm 147: 13-21, Isaiah 61: 10—62: 3, Galatians 3: 23-25; 4: 4-7, John 1: 1-18

The evangelist here lays down the great truth he is to prove, that Jesus Christ is God, one with the Father.

In our Assigned readings for this the first Sunday after Christmas we find many truths, beginning with the Gospel of John we see the evangelist seeking to prove that Jesus Christ is God, one with the Father.  He writes  “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” The Jewish people, even prior to the birth of Christ were taught that the Word of God was the same as God.  God’s written and spoken word being a manner in which God made his presence known to man, his word was with them therefore he was with them.

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Third Sunday of Advent:

Readings for today Psalm  146: 4-9, Isaiah 35: 1-10, James 5: 7-10, Matthew 11: 2-11

HOMILY

One could look at the readings assigned for this the Third Sunday of Advent and see a rather obvious theme; the prophet Isaiah foretells of the coming of the Lord and the glad times that will occur.  In the book of Matthew we see John the Baptist sending his people to Jesus to inquire if he was indeed the promised one.  In James we see the apostle telling us to be patient that the Lord would come again, and he reminds us of the prophets of old who for hundreds of years foretold of the coming of the Lord and their patience and perseverance.  But we also see in Isaiah the promise of a Holy Way; the prophet calls it a highway, which is another metaphor for a way of life, a way of living and walking in holiness a spiritual abundant life. Continue reading »

Until the end of the Christmas Season, we will be celebrating Mass at 5:00 pm EACH SUNDAY.   We will reevaluate this schedule and possibly change service times on 2 January 2011.  Please call 417 598 9096 for more information.

Our little but charming chapel is about finished and ready to open for services.  Keep watching this page for the date and time of the first service.  Tentatively the first service will be on 5 or 12 December, the time is yet to be arrived at.  Also we will be consecrating the little chapel in the very near future, as soon as we can work out scheduling conflicts with other Bishops.

Arch Bishop Francis Sahuque of The Holy Name Of Jesus Anglo Catholic Communion, will be under going open heart surgery, Monday 27 September.  We ask that you keep ++Francis and Mother Claire in your prayers.

Mother Ann Crabtree is still recovering from a light stroke along with some other long term health issues.  Please remember her.

The little chapel is nearing completion, at least the interior is nearly finished.  The exterior will have to wait probably until next spring to be fully finished.  The interior is simply awaiting funds to become available to purchase a few sheets of drywall, a couple rolls of insulation, and about 100 foot of electrical wire.  Any donations would be greatly appreciated.