orthodox charismatic evangelical catholic
We need to take care using the terms catholic, charismatic, evangelical, and orthodox.
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liturgy
Die Große Stille – Into Great Silence
Reflections on Carthusians Philip Gröning; 164 minutesIn NZ International Film Festivals, different locations until late November 2006 I have had an interest in the Carthusians for at least 35 years. In 2005 I was able, with my family, to visit a number of Carthusian monasteries, museums, and ruins, including the wonderful museum La Correrie and
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Mass numbers predicted to drop
The English translation of the Catholic Mass is about to change. And with the changes, more people will probably stop attending church.
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G-D I know you are near
The Vatican has ruled that “Yahweh” and “Jehovah” may not be used in liturgy – either in texts, songs, or hymns.
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Brother Roger of Taizé
Prophet of unity, Encourager of youth, 16 August 2005 Early in my marriage, on a very lengthy world trip, Helen and I arrived at Taizé. Because of the special circumstances – including the distance from New Zealand – we were allowed to stay two weeks. One in group discussion. A second in silence. Brother Roger
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Beyond smells & bells – by Mark Galli
Bruce, the salesman in the friendly local Christian bookstore, recently handed me the slight Beyond Smells & Bells by Mark Galli – “you might be interested in this”. It is an easy read (142 pages), and as I began it I thought it would make a helpful introduction for those newer to liturgy. But soon
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The Assumption; Dormition; Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary
A reflection on the feast of the Assumption, Dormition, Blessed Virgin Mary
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Calendar confusion
The New Zealand Anglican Church is adding five names to its calendar of saints – but my motion that started this process had a much bigger vision.
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