@ bibledude . May 19

"Let us be the church our community would miss if we weren`t here… not for our programs, but because our love made a mark on it."

Check out the full sermon posted on the blog (LINK IN BIO)...

by this everyone will know: a sermon on a reading from john 13

#ampreaching #sermon #episcopalchurch #cfdiocese #prechingdeacon #john13 #jesus

@ bibledude . May 13

Examen Prayer is a centuries-old form of daily prayer developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola. It guides you through reflection on what`s happened in the last day and looking forward to what`s ahead in the next day.

We did a study on this prayer form with our @stedwardsepiscopal youth, and developed this poster as a guide to hang on your wall to help you remember the steps as you pray.

And this poster is available for purchase in our NEW online merch store (LINK IN BIO)... and a portion of the proceeds helps our fundraising that sends youth to bible camps and mission trip experiences.

#EYCmountdora #cfdioceseyouth #episcopalyouth #prayer #youthgroup #youthministry #cfdiocese

@ bibledude . May 9

"Whoever receives one child in My name receives Me." — Mark 9:37

In our midweek Eucharist, we reflected on this profound teaching of Jesus and the life of Harriet Starr Cannon, a pioneer of compassion in the Anglican tradition.

Harriet`s legacy reminds us that true greatness lies in humble service. She embraced the sick and the marginalized, embodying Christ`s call to welcome the least among us.

Let us be inspired to open our hearts to those in need, seeing Christ in every face.

🔗 Read more about Harriet Starr Cannon and our reflections on Mark 9 in the link in bio.

#HarrietStarrCannon #Mark9 #ServantLeadership #FaithInAction #EpiscopalChurch #MidweekMeditation #CompassionInChrist #ampreaching

@ bibledude . May 1

"The tree doesn`t exist without the soil. We don`t exist without Christ." 🌳✝️

We often look for spiritual growth in all the wrong places—programs, productivity, flashy experiences. But what if the real growth happens beneath the surface?

In Matthew 13, Jesus talks about seeds and soil. And in real life, it`s the topsoil—quiet, dark, and often overlooked—that makes growth possible.

💬 The same is true with Jesus. He may not always be flashy or loud, but He is the rich, nourishing presence we`re meant to be rooted in.
Without soil, a tree can`t stand. Without Christ, neither can we.

📖 Dive deeper into this reflection on spiritual grounding in my latest post.

🔗 Link in bio to read "Jesus is Like Topsoil"

#FaithRoots #SpiritualGrowth #JesusIsEnough #BibleReflection #ChristianLiving #Matthew13 #RootedInChrist #LiturgicalLife #FaithJourney

@ bibledude . Apr 28

Join us as we embark on a transformative journey with `Reflections on the Catechism: The Old Covenant`.

Let`s engage in meaningful discussions about faith, history, and our spiritual paths.

What questions do you have about the Old Covenant? Let`s talk!

NEW POST >> LINK IN BIO

#FaithDiscussion #OldCovenant

@ bibledude . Apr 26

I love having the chance to get #DubuGrey out into her natural habitat. Ocala National Forest is so full of beautiful spots like this to get some fresh air and enjoy nature.

Definitely feeling the need to do this more often.

#jeeplife #jeepwrangler #offroading #ocalanationalforest #halfmoonlake #outdooradventures #jeepwave

@ bibledude . Apr 25

Habits... I just hit a big milestone, reading for 1,000 consecutive days! I read books on my Kindle (and Kindle app on my phone), and I love that it tracks this... it`s a milestone I`ve had my eye on for a long time.

I was close before, but missed it. I got to 750 and then missed two days while on a mission trip experience with our youth group. So had to start over at 0.

What I like most isn`t the number, but what I`ve gotten out of everything I`ve read. I`ve learned so much, and have been inspired creatively through those books. (If you want to see what I`m reading, hit me up on Goodreads... DM me if you need a link.)

I don`t know what number I`ll hit before I miss another day, but I`m going to keep going because I love what it does for my mind and my soul!

#amreading #kindle #kindlechallenge #goals #goodreads

@ bibledude . Apr 14

Feelin` that Palm Sunday altar...

And it makes me think about this Sunday we shout "Hosanna," and next Sunday we proclaim "He is risen!" But all of the days in between are filled with such an intense roller coaster ride of events and emotions.

Holy Week has become so much more meaningful to me since I`ve been in the Episcopal Church, and I look forward to each of the services I get to participate in on this crazy journey.

#lent #episcopal #episcopalchurch #mountdora #mountdorafl #lakecountyfl #someplacespecial