Church of the Advent of Christ the King

Jesus says to us, "We've had enough religion; now we need some mercy; now we need some faith."

But we are not gathered here to solve a puzzle. We are gathered here to live into a profound mystery. A Great Mystery which leads to the salvation of our souls.

We are to maintain harmony within the church, build each other up, and set aside our differences in order to fulfill our mission to make disciples of Jesus.

The Holy Spirit descending upon the first disciples, giving birth to the Church, would change human civilization forever.

In the Mystery of the Ascension, we are assured again that even in the depths of despair, we too can ascend with Christ.

Just because many folks remain unaffiliated, it does not mean they do not believe in God or even Jesus.

How often do we miss God all around us because we are too wrapped up in our own narrative?

A brief history of the extinguishing of the Paschal Candle, compiled by Viliami Dauwe, parish Ceremonarius.

I spent a good deal of my childhood wondering if I was really a Christian.

Deacon Rebekah Hays Estera: "But I'm going to tell you a secret. I am a Christmas Christian. I am a Christmas Christian preaching during Holy Week."

I love liturgy. What I love about it is that there is something for everyone.

The stories of our spiritual ancestors are rife with Resurrection.

Have you ever had your words twisted and then used against you? In Christ, God has. Have you ever been abandoned by your friends? In Christ, God knows how that feels.

I have a confession to make.

He was as good as dead.