Membership Newsletter
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
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Welcome back to the current edition (Volume 12) of our bi-weekly newsletter. It's a quick read, multi-topic news channel for members to see what is going on, what is planned and successes from the previous weeks.
We urge you to email us news, tidbits, or notices of upcoming events in your area, so we can include them!
We hope you enjoy and share this format with other men.
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National Webinar Wednesday Program
Our program this Wednesday evening is a presentation by NAMI Local.
Dr. Rebecca Farrell, staff program and outreach director will present what NAMI is and what it does locally and nationally. This is a very timely topic dealing with mental health issues that arise daily in the national conversation.
NAMI was founded in 1984, NAMI Central Texas, formerly NAMI Austin, is a member of the largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Through innovative education, support, and advocacy programs, we are changing the way our community addresses mental health.
Meeting ID: 818 5431 9259
Passcode: 775882
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Save these Zoom Meeting Dates
National Webinar February 2nd, 8 p.m. Eastern
National Leadership Team February 8th, 8 pm. Eastern
At-Large Brothers February 16th, 8 p.m Eastern
At-Large Brothers February 19th, 10:30 a.m. Eastern
Executive Board Meeting February 22nd, 8 p.m. Eastern
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The Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Devotional Handbook
The 24th Edition 2018 of the Devotional Handbook has been revised and is scheduled for printing this spring. Below are some of the major components of the current and pending revised handbook.
The Brotherhood Collect observing the Great Commission
Lord Jesus Christ, who came to seek and save the lost and who is the way by whom all must go who come to the Father: Grant that we may be your witnesses in the power of the Holy Spirit and the grace of your continual presence, going to all people everywhere, making them your disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to observe all that you have commanded us.
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Past President's Prayers
Here is a prayer that Past President Bob Dennis penned.
My Good Shepherd Prayer
My Lord and Savior is my Shepherd, and there is no one else that I would want.
I turn to him as I look to greener pastures, and ask him to calm the troubled waters in my life.
He restores my well-being, in the midst of my worries and any anxiety I allow myself to feel.
He is with me as I travel in the valley of darkness of life, and under His care He removes my fears.
I can now say get behind me Satan, as the Devil lurks around me, stealing and deceiving me with false evidence that too often seems real.
There is joy in Heaven when I turn to my Lord for His grace and mercy, giving me the joy that I seek.
Thank you for being my Shepherd and leading me where you want me to go. I praise your Holy Name. Amen.
Bob Dennis 4-24-21
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Brotherhood Hymns
"We have all felt it. Few things in the world are as powerful as music. It is a driving force behind culture & community. It motivates us, empowers us, accepts us & changes us. Being impacted by music is an incredible experience!"
- Music Mentors Online
Many chapters enjoy the opportunity to include music/hymns in their chapter meeting or events. Certainly, music and singing add to meetings. Traditionally, the hymn of the Brotherhood is "Jesus calls us; o'er the tumult" #549 and #550 in 1982 Hymnal.
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We would like to know if your chapter includes music in events and what tunes you use. We know that some chapters like and use the hymn "Throw out a lifeline, there is someone to save."
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Another hymn used on St. Andrew's Day is "When Christ our Lord to Andrew Cried."
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Tell us how you use the music in your chapter activities.
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Evangelism
The Opening Prayer from our Devotional Handbook
As our Lord and Master Jesus Christ suffered death upon the cross that all who came after him should have light, we dedicate ourselves anew to the purpose of the Brotherhood, the spread of Christ's kingdom, especially among men and youth, not by our might but by the power of God's Spirit
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Evangelism
The Brotherhood Collect
Almighty God, who gave such grace to your apostle Andrew, that he readily obeyed the call of your Son Jesus Christ, and brought his brother with him: Give us, who are called by your Holy Word, grace to follow him without delay, and to bring those near to us into his gracious presence; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. Amen
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Spiritual Gift Assessment
God has given every Christian
at least one spiritual gift!
Do you know what is yours?
If you don't know or it has been a while since you thought about the spiritual gift(s) that God may have given to you, The Brotherhood invites you to invest a few minutes to find out. The two main purposes of spiritual gifts are to equip God's people to do His work in and through us (Eph. 4:7-12) and to serve people (1 Peter 4:10).
Spiritual gifts are best discerned through seeking God in prayer, the Word, and the affirmation of others. We pray this online assessment will be helpful to you. May God use this assessment as a tool to help you in that process of knowing how God created you to encourage the people of God with the gifts of the Spirit of God working in and through you!
Finally, once you take the spiritual gift assessment there will be a description of the spiritual gifts.
Take the assessment by clicking here.
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Does your Assembly or Diocese have a Brotherhood website?
Share your site with us and well will share your link here.
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Members Bible Study Suggestions |
"Evangelism For the Church"
We will reclaim and practice evangelism.
"We will expand the number and diversity of people who engage the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement."
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Prayer Requests
If you have a prayer request please contact (502) 450-5809 to access the list and/or submit your requests. Accessing the list to join in the power of praying for those in need.
Many chapters have used various methods of keeping track of their prayer request. One such form has been used that organizes the requests and corporate prayers.
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Brotherhood Membership Updates!
New Members of the Brotherhood
Darrel D Proffitt, Joseph Berger, Christopher Brown, James Walterman, , Michele Causton, Celal Kamran, David Nejako, Ian Anthony Roman, Melody Yezek, Greg Major, Randall V. Redd - Changed from Sr. Member to Life Member, Keith Shirk, Mark Harris
Brothers who have entered the greater life
Donald Koenig, Mitchel Leggett, Fitz Longman, Jack Murray, Lyndon Pritchard, David K. Regneri, Merv Sessoms, Carlisle Sobers, Robert T. Wertz, Thomas F. Williams
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Recovery Ministry
Recurring Zoom Recovery Meetings for addicts, family, and friends.
For all addictions such as alcohol, narcotics, sex, pornography, gambling, codependency, and overeating. Anonymity is maintained - first names only:
- Every Wednesday at 7 PM (Central) 12-step recovery meeting for all addictions. Sponsored by the Recovery Ministry of the Episcopal Church (RMEC). Zoom ID 923 8806 4304.
- 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 8 PM (Central) 12-Step Recovery Eucharist for all addictions. Sponsored by All Saints Episcopal Church, Pasadena, Ca. Zoom ID 875 5107 8462.
Helpful Websites
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Calling all Members
- Do you know who your Diocesan Coordinator is?
- Do you know if you have a Cathedral Chapter?
- Do you know whom to call if you need to find a chapter if relocating?
- Does your diocesan website have a Brotherhood information message?
- What do we offer "At Large Brothers?"
- Are you searching for a program topic for your chapter meeting? Do you need to update the status or contact information for you or your chapter members?
Well, we can help--Text, call or email our national office for this assistance. They will answer your call/question and/or put you in touch with another Brother to assist. We want to be a source of service and assistance to our members. Let us know how we can help.
Administrative Office: (724) 266-5810
National Office: (502) 450-5640
Prayer Line: (502) 450-5809
SMS: (502) 305-5498
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Members Without a Chapter
If you are a Brother who is not currently associated with a specific parish chapter, then you are a Brother At Large!
We have good news!!! We have monthly Zoom calls just for you
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Second Reminder: brothersandrew.net Website Notes
We now have a Member's Only tab that is password-driven for members. The password for access to Brotherhood documents is "1883BSTA0122". This area is still under construction for the next few weeks.
SMS Text Messaging is now available
SMS messaging from the Brotherhood is now available. You can easily subscribe by texting (502) 305-5498. You will receive text events, meetings, and articles from the Brotherhood.
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Suggested Books
Are We There Yet?
Pilgrimage in the Season of Lent
Nancy Hopkins-Greene and others
Forward Movement
Ethics After Easter
By Stephen Holmgren
Do you have any book recommendations? Write to us and give us the title and author, so we can share it with your Brothers!
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We Always Need Cross Articles and Ideas! |
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