We were created to be free On July 4 we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a day we now understand as the founding of the United States of America. At the time, there was no guarantee that the brave men who declared independence from Britain would succeed. There were, for all purposes, signing their death warrants because if they failed, they would surely be hanged. But … [Read more...]
St. Peter Orthodox Church featured in newspaper and website
The following article appeared on the web a few days ago. It will be published in the Estero/Bonita section of the Ft. Meyers News-Press newspaper on Friday, June 26, 2009. Orthodox Christian church starts in San Carlos Park BY CHRISTINA CEPERO • ccepero@news-press.com • June 11, 2009 Father Hans Jacobse welcomes all to his startup church, St. Peter Orthodox Mission, in San Carlos Park. “Our … [Read more...]
St. Paul Orthodox Church invites all St. Peter friends and family to their summer barbecue!
When? Sunday, July 5 starting at noon. Where? St. Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church (Google map) (St. Paul website). Cost: Free! What do you need to do? Let St. Paul's know that you plan to attend before June 26. They need a count to know how many goodies to prepare. RSVP to St. Paul's at: (239) 348-0828 or send them an email at: stpaulaoc@embarqmail.com See you there! … [Read more...]
St. Peter Epistle — June 6, 2009
Saturday, June 6, 2009 Tomorrow we celebrate Pentecost. Pentecost (or "fifty days") was when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles. This was the fulfillment of Christ's promise that he would send them a "Comforter" who "knows all things" and would "lead them into all truth." The icon of Pentecost shows fire above the heads of the Apostles. This … [Read more...]
Ascension Service at St. Paul’s on Wednesday, May 27 at 7:00pm
The season of Pentecost draws to a close this Thursday as we celebrate the Ascension of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Often this crucial holy day gets overlooked because it falls during the week when we are working. But it is important for several reasons, the most important one being that it completes Christ's work of salvation. Christ came into the world as a new born baby, then leaves the … [Read more...]
St. Peter Epistle (Newsletter) — May 7, 2009
Christ is Risen! Christos Anesti! El Messieh Kahm! Christos Voskress! Krishhti Unjall! Hristus A Inviat! Christus is Opgestaan! It was very rewarding to see the good turnout at our first Divine Liturgy last Sunday. I received many appreciative comments and I am grateful for them. The turnout is a strong sign I think that the work of establishing St. Peter Orthodox Church will be blessed by our … [Read more...]
Church on Sunday?
I came across this well-written, thoughtful, and thoroughly engaging article on what American Orthodoxy increasingly looks like. He looks like a regular young guy — maybe late 20s or early 30s. Head shaved to mask a receding hairline, a black goatee to offset the baldness, the gold rim of his glasses glinting beneath his dark brows. A regular guy, except maybe for his robe. Though it has the … [Read more...]
FOCUS — Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve
My brothers and sister in Christ of St. Peter Mission: Make sure to read this article and listen to the podcast. Part of our vision must be to serve the poor, in obedience to Christ's teaching in Matthew 25. There is much we can do. Announcing a brand new humanitarian social service agency in the United States by the Orthodox Church. Listen to a podcast by Fr. Justin … [Read more...]
St. Peter Newsletter — April 26, 2009
Christ is Risen! Christos Anesti! El Messieh Kahm! Christos Voskress! Krishhti Unjall! Hristus A Inviat! Christus is opgestaan! Our first Divine Liturgy will be held next Sunday at the Holiday Inn on I-75 and Alico Road beginning at 9:30am. We hope you will be there. We've been busy preparing. Our first Liturgy will be simple and develop from there. Christ, however, will be with us. What … [Read more...]
St. Peter’s opens May 3!
Our first liturgy will be held on May 3 starting at 9:30 at the Holiday Inn (get directions). Tell your friends! This is the start of something that, with God's favor (and, yes, I believe God is blessing this) could be the start of something really good. My commitment to you? I will give you the Gospel of Christ and minister to you to the best of my ability. Your commitment? To love God and … [Read more...]
We are making progress!
Tentative start date for St. Peter Orthodox Mission is Sunday, May 3. This will be confirmed tomorrow or the next day. We meet at the Holiday Inn on I 75 and Alico Road (get directions). The time that services will be held will be announced shortly. What can you do? Tell your friends! Tell them to check this website for news. Sign up for the St. Peter email newsletter which will publish all … [Read more...]
Welcome to St. Peter’s
St Peter's was given this directive from Metropolitan Philip of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese: "Establish a parish that will draw people who have never stepped into a church before." It's a worthwhile challenge, and one that can be fulfilled because many people are searching for enduring and certain truth. Truth is found in Christ. "I am the way, the truth, and the life," Jesus … [Read more...]
The Mission is opening soon
We are working to secure the Holiday Inn at Town Center (get directions) as the first home of St. Peter Othodox Mission. Lord willing and if all goes well, we should start worship on May 3, 2009 -- the first Sunday in May. … [Read more...]
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