The 6th Annual GMPC Fundraiser will be Thursday, March 30, 2023. There will be two seatings: Luncheon at Noon or and Dinner at 6PM. The event is at the House of Prayer Family Life Center, 1400 Pat Colwell Road, Blairsville, GA 30512.
The meal offering is chicken, vegetarian, or gluten free.
For those who attended last year, Mike Williams is again the guest speaker. Last year, he was funny and very informative.
As a reminder this is the annual fund raising event for GMPC so, while the meal is free, your tax deductible donation is appreciated.
John Alger can take your reservation in the second service, or, you can contact him using our directory.
Finally, if you can not attend but would like to make a donation, John can arrange that too.
Last Updated: 04/09/2023 by Charlie Vensel
Palm Sunday Services April 2, 2023
More about Palm Sunday from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer 2019:
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. The procession with palms, which was already observed in Jerusalem in the fourth century, calls to mind the triumphal entry of Jesus, our Lord and King, into Jerusalem. The procession is fundamentally an act of worship, witness, and devotion to our Lord.
Palm Sunday is unique in having two Gospel readings. Originally there were two distinct liturgies. The palms were blessed and the Triumphal Entry Gospel was read outside of the church building. The door of the church represented the gate through which Jesus entered the city.
The purpose of Jesus’ journey to Jerusalem was to fulfill his Father’s will; thus it is fitting that this service continues with the reading of the Passion Gospel in which the whole story of the week is anticipated. The emphasis of the liturgy turns to the days that lie ahead in Holy Week. We who hail Jesus as King one moment, may in the next deny him, even joining with the crowd in shouting, “Crucify him!”
Last Updated: 03/15/2023 by Charlie Vensel
How to Love Well This Lent by +Carl Buffington
As promised, we are trying to post resources on our website regularly to help you engage a holy and meaningful Lent.
Here is a recent blog post by our friend and guest preacher, +Carl Buffington, titled How to Love Well this Lent. I commend it to you.
Blessings,
Charlie+
Last Updated: 03/11/2023 by Charlie Vensel
An Excellent Primer on Anglicanism from Christianity.com
It is an excellent primer for those curious about Anglicanism and a great refresher for those already in the tradition. We commend the article to you.
It covers such things as:
Last Updated: 03/13/2023 by Charlie Vensel
A Lenten Examination of Conscience based on the Ten Commandments
Beginning the Second Sunday of Lent, our liturgy will include reciting the Decalogue, or Ten Commandments until Holy Week. Below is a Lenten Examination of Conscience based on the Ten Commandments that can be used to reflect more deeply on the Commandments in your prayer time.
The First Commandment: I am the Lord your God; you shall not have strange gods before me.
Do we truly love God above all, or do we sometimes give greater importance to things of this world: money, image, looks, clothes, popularity or selfish desires?
Do we claim to have good values, but often bend or abandon them in order to fit in and be “part of the group?”
Do we turn to God in thankful prayer, or do we pray mostly when we want something?
Do we really want to be transformed by the will of God, or do we just use our religion in order to “look” like good Christian people? Read More
Last Updated: 03/11/2023 by Charlie Vensel
Offertory: A Lenten Musical Journey with Tim Bethea (Recorded)
Just a reminder that the concert was streamed and can be viewed in our archives.
Last Updated: 02/26/2023 by Karen Rauch
Georgia Mountain Pregnancy Center Fundraiser Thursday, March 30, 2023
The meal offering is chicken, vegetarian, or gluten free.
For those who attended last year, Mike Williams is again the guest speaker. Last year, he was funny and very informative.
As a reminder this is the annual fund raising event for GMPC so, while the meal is free, your tax deductible donation is appreciated.
John Alger can take your reservation in the second service, or, you can contact him using our directory.
Finally, if you can not attend but would like to make a donation, John can arrange that too.
Last Updated: 04/09/2023 by Karen Rauch
Photos from the Institution of Rev. Charlie Vensel Sunday, February 5, 2023
Archbishop Foley Beach visited Christ the King Church in Hiawassee, GA, on Sunday, February 5, 2023 and installed the Rev. Charlie Vensel as our Rector. Thanks be to God! It was a blessed event.
Last Updated: 03/13/2023 by Karen Rauch
Congratulations to the Confirmation, Reception & Reaffirmation Class of 2023
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