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Answer me quickly, O Lord! My spirit fails! Hide not your face from me, lest I be like those who go down to the pit. Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.
Psalm 143:7-8
This morning, one of my clergy friends commented that a lot had happened in his life over the past few weeks and that he feared he was falling into a state of depression. We, of course, prayed over him, but it also caused me to think about how easy it is, in a fast moving society, for depression to sink its teeth into us.
Depression is not just a 21st century problem. Even in the days of King David, depression could slip in and disrupt lives and health. Not only did David allude to being being a victim of depression, but his predecessor, King Saul, also displayed many symptoms of this debilitating and, potentially, fatal disease.
In Psalm 143, David pleads to the LORD to show him the way he should go as he lifts up his soul to Him. That begs a question, what should we do when depression strikes?
MEDICALLY SPEAKING:
- Go and talk to your doctor. Depression comes in many forms and only a doctor can diagnose depression, and rule out other issues.
- If prescribed, take your medication and keep in contact with your doctor, mental health care professional, or clergy until you are feeling stronger.
- Avoid making any important decisions until you no longer feel depressed.
SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING:
- Do not keep your depression a secret. Tell your best Christian friends and ask for prayers. Let your clergy know.
- Avail yourself to prayer teams. Think of this as spiritual warfare and do not stop fighting until the enemy flees.
- Force yourself to go to church, and attend, or start, a Bible study. You may not feel like it, but withdrawing from your brothers and sisters in Christ simply adds to the problems and makes you more vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy. Again, do not isolate!
- As Isaiah 61 states, clothe yourself in a "garment of praise." This literally means to wrap yourself up in praise to God. Don't focus on your illness. Instead, focus on the healer of your soul. The more you praise, the less the enemy can attack you. Biblical forms of praise include singing, raising your hands or clapping them, prostrating yourself before the LORD and giving God thanks.
- Read Holy Scripture and pray regularly.
- Trust the LORD!
Beginning next week, look here for a series on Biblical words and actions of praise. Not only does praise help us with our depression, praise also helps prevent it. Let's be more bold with our praise and thanksgiving!
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MINISTRY SUMMER BREAK BEGINS SUNDAY
Friday Devotional writers and Church Prayer Teams have been given the summer off beginning May 28th.
Fr. Chris stated that both groups have been providing spiritual support for the church for a long time and it is time for them to take some time off and regroup at the end of summer.
For those requesting private prayer during the summer, the unscheduled clergy, when available, will provide prayers during communion.
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PENTECOST CELEBRATION ON JUNE 4
On Sunday, June 4, we will celebrate Pentecost together with a Spirit-filled worship service, catered lunch and Bingo party. This is always a very fun day, so please plan on being at Mowery Chapel in Owasso at 10 am to celebrate Jesus' gift of the Holy Spirit to the Apostles.
There will be no Bartlesville service this evening.
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WHITE ELEPHANT GIFTS NEEDED FOR BINGO
Do you have a gift laying around the house that just didn't really fit you, but you aren't interested in re-gifting it? Here is your opportunity to share it with someone who really wants it!
On Pentecost Sunday, after our catered lunch, we will be playing White Elephant Bingo. It is just regular bingo, but the prizes are the white elephant gifts you bring to share. Please plan on bringing them to church on Sunday, June 4 and let the game begin!
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Fr. Brad is offering Wednesday prayers on Wednesday evenings, at 7 pm. Unless otherwise announced, the prayer meetings will be held at Mowery Chapel in Owasso.
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WOMEN'S AND MEN'S BREAKFASTS PLANNED
The next Wom
en's breakfast will be this Saturday, May 27 at 8:30 am at Eggbert's on Hwy. 20 (116th Street N) just East of QuikTrip.
The men will have their breakfast on Saturday, June 3 at 8:00 am at Eggbert's.
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TWO SERVICE SCHEDULE - OWASSO
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May 28, 2017
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Seventh Sunday after Easter
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| Altar Guild |
C. Fishback |
| First Lesson |
F. Christel |
| Second Lesson |
R. Anich |
| Chalice |
B. Christel |
| Prayers |
M. Anich |
| Acolyte |
R. Van Deventer |
| Oblationers |
L. White/N. Wolfe |
| Greeter |
C. Sword |
| Refreshments |
D. Spears/T. Spears |
| Friday Devotional |
SUMMER BREAK |
| Prayer Team |
SUMMER BREAK |
| Children's Ministry |
Fr. B. Van Deventer/T. Hickey |
| A/V Crew |
F. Gaither |
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June 4, 2017
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Pentecost
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| Altar Guild |
T. Spears |
| First Lesson |
B. Christel |
| Second Lesson |
J. Lombardi |
| Chalice |
K. Black |
| Prayers |
J. Ide |
| Acolyte |
M. Anich |
| Oblationers |
G. Ernest/C. Fishback |
| Greeter |
M. Martin |
| Refreshments |
CATERED PENTECOST LUNCH
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| Friday Devotional |
OFF FOR SUMMER |
| Prayer Team |
OFF FOR SUMMER |
| Children's Ministry |
Fr. B. Van Deventer/T. Hickey |
| A/V Crew |
J. Ide |
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TWO SERVICE SCHEDULE - BARTLESVILLE
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May 28, 2017
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Seventh Sunday of Easter
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| Altar Guild |
B. Garrison |
| Lay Reader |
G. Kane
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| Chalice |
Y. Vaughan
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| Prayers of the People |
Y. Vaughan |
| Oblationer |
T. Chamberlain |
| Bread |
J. Gallery |
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June 4, 2017
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Pentecost
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| Altar Guild |
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| Lay Reader |
NO
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| Chalice |
BARTLESVILLE
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| Prayers of the People |
SERVICE
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TONIGHT
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| Bread |
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IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS REMINDER
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| Our Mission Statement Is: "REACH, TEACH, PREACH JESUS!" Approved by the vestry of the Anglican Church of Saint Paul on August 23, 2007 |
| Our Vision Statement Is: The Anglican Church of Saint Paul will become a church united in love, growing spiritually through small groups of individuals studying God's Holy Word, praying for one another and the blessing of the church, and working towards the goal that the Lord's "salvation may reach to the ends of the earth." (Isaiah 49:6) Approved by the vestry of the Anglican Church of Saint Paul on February 17, 2011 |
| Our Core Values The following scriptures summarize our church's Core Values: OUR PRIORITY - First of all, seek God. "... seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." (Matthew 6:33) OUR DIRECTION - Come out of the wilderness to the LORD and beckon others to join us. "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28) OUR PURPOSE - Be healed and become a place of healing and peace. "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27) OUR REMINDER - In all things, it is the LORD who gets the glory. "Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,' says the Lord Almighty." (Zechariah 4:6) OUR REWARD - Keep our eyes upon the prize. "Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who is victorious, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give that person a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to the one who receives it." (Revelation 2:17) Approved by the Anglican Church of Saint Paul Vestry on August 23, 2012 |
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