When Anglican bishops say that the Church's position puts it in a relationship of service to the nation, they are right. A report last year by the Von Hügel Institute demonstrated that the value on the charitable work undertaken by the CoE would cost the State hundreds of millions of pounds. And that bears out a Home Office citizenship survey showing that the religiously observant are 48 per cent more likely than the uncommitted to engage in regular voluntary work. The CoE is good for England. Leave it alone. Read the whole article here
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- 24/10/2008 @ 22:33:03
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- 25/10/2008 @ 12:28:41
I don't particularly want to knock the Church of England. I was 'christened' and confirmed in that institution. (When I was truly born again, much later, I was baptised in water and in the Hoy Spirit.)
God is, however, separating His Church from everything which is of man-made tradition. The Apostle Paul commented that one says he belongs to Appollos and another to Paul. 'Is Christ divided?' he asked. No. We all belong to Christ and we must lose our labels. We will, as God continues to outwork His plans.It is a recognised fact that Christians in general are the ones who benefit their communities because of their servant hearts. The state could not afford to do for money what they do for love.
I can't believe how judgemental some people can be. I've just read some of the comments and encourage you to follow where God leads you. Sometimes there are stepping stones to where we need to be and at least you are knocking on doors and not just sitting back and waiting. Takes courage to step out and try something new. I believe we are all worshipping the same God and desire to have the perfect relationship with him. When I first read your blog about Anglican's I was amazed! On thinking about it good on your Mum, liked her thoughts. I know you well enough to know that you are going where God has lead you. Good luck with that, you are in my prayers.
Luv Joanne