In this introductory theology, published in 2007, Williams discusses the major articles of the Apostles’ Creed. The Latin Creed was the ancient symbolon of the West–the sign, or signet ring, or token of Church membership. This Creed, recited at every baptism, is the pattern of our trust in God. I believe in God the Father Why trust…
Read More“Here we are, you and I, and I hope a third, Christ, is in our midst.” “Come now, beloved, open your heart, and pour into these friendly ears whatsoever you will, and let us accept gracefully the gift of this place, time, and leisure.” So begins the work On Spiritual Friendship by Aelred, Abbott of…
Read MoreTHE TABLECLOTH – A Beautiful story…. The brand new pastor and his wife, newly assigned to their first ministry, to reopen a church in suburban Brooklyn , arrived in early October excited about their opportunities. When they saw their church, it was very run down and needed much work. They set a goal to have everything done…
Read MoreThe idea that good may come out of evil, and that self-sacrifice can bring liberation, are two basic paradoxes that lie at the heart of many religions. And one of the stranger things about the month of November is the way in which we are all gathered up into acts of remembrance – All Souls,…
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