To all former and current Sunday School Students
Thanks,
Bini
- Write about your faith, what the church mean to you, and what you wish from/to church for the future. Can you create a group scrapbook? (it can be anything such as your dream, muse on a verse of a song, note a reflection, pose a question, post an insight or inspiration, share a vision, speak a truth, tell a story, whatever else has inspired or challenged you)
- Write an essay not more than 2 pages on one topic: What are the rewards and challenges being an Eritrean Orthodox Christian? There will be a monetary (substantial cash) prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd winners. Due date March 31, 2018.
Thanks,
Bini
ጥምቀት which means "baptism" is the Eritrean Orthodox celebration of Epiphany. It is celebrated on January 19.
John the Baptist, the cousin of Jesus and the one chosen by God to proclaim His coming, was preaching in the wilderness and was baptizing all who would respond to his message calling for repentance. As he was doing this, John was directing the people toward the one who would baptize them with the Holy Spirit (Matthew 3:11).
When Jesus came up from the water, the heavens opened suddenly, and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him. The Bible records that the Spirit descended like a dove and alighted on him. When this happened, a voice came from heaven and said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” This was the voice of God the Father.
When Jesus came up from the water, the heavens opened suddenly, and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him. The Bible records that the Spirit descended like a dove and alighted on him. When this happened, a voice came from heaven and said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” This was the voice of God the Father.
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Christmas Celebration Our church Christmas Holiday will be held on January 6, 2018. In addition to our regular mass service, we will have children's play that portrays the birth of our lord Jesus Christ. Also, randomly selected Sunday school children will be participating on a bible verses competition to show how they are growing spiritually. Children and adult choir group will be praising our lord with their beautiful voices. Please come and join us on this wonderful event. God bless you and we hope to see you there. |
The board members of Medhani-Alem Orhodox Church of Los Angeles wish you a Merry Christmas and and a Happy New Year.
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