The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Dearly transfigured people of God, We have officially begun the season of Lent with Ash Wednesday. During Lent, we spend 40 days in prayer, fasting, and repentance. As God’s people wandered the desert for 40 years and as Jesus prayed in the desert for 40 days and nights, we observe 40 days of Lent….
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News The Copper State, the Golden Rule Dearly transfigured people of God, Last Sunday, we read about the “Golden Rule” or Jesus’ words, “do to others as you would have them do to you.” But, have you heard of the ‘other’ metal-based rules? In addition to the Golden Rule, there is the “Silver…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News St. Valentine of Rome and St. Patrick of Ireland Dearly transfigured people of God, Last week, we celebrated St. Valentine’s Day and next month we will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. As our cultures move away from faith, spirituality, and the Church, these holidays offer us opportunities to continue to speak to people about…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Dearly transfigured people of God, I am writing this to you from Chapel Rock, the camp and conference center for the Diocese of Arizona. Chapel Rock is our own ‘home’ for rest and renewal, and it is also open to other faiths and secular organizations as well. I enjoy walking the grounds,…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Sts. Augani and Ahrakas, the martyrs Dearly transfigured people of God, Repentance. Redemption. These are two words that are close to the heart of every Christian believer. All disciples of Jesus, through all generations, have received the Good News that if we repent of the wrongs we have done, those done on…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Dearly transfigured people of God, Lord have mercy. We are still in that space and always will be. We always need the Lord’s mercy, but sometimes, in different seasons of life, we are more acutely aware of our need for mercy. The start of new presidential administrations is often one of those…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Bishop Mariann Budde, Be Merciful to the Stranger Dearly transfigured people of God, When is leading with humility and with mercy unpopular? I wish I could answer the many questions I often receive about why people are so divided, why people do bad things, or why American Christianity is struggling with exhibiting the…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News 1st Row (l to r): Fr. Caleb’s baptism by the late Rev. Donald Thompson at Love of Christ Lutheran Church, Fr. Caleb’s First Communion at Love of Christ Lutheran Church with his family2nd Row (l to r): Fr. Caleb with Fr. James Coles after his Chrismation (Confirmation) in the Greek Orthodox Church of…
Fr. Caleb deeply values the connection with the members of our congregation and welcomes your input. Whether it’s through office or home visits, phone calls, or email, he is here for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any needs, or concerns, or simply want to chat. This Weekend Sunday, January 12, 2025First Sunday after the…
The Rector’s Metamorpho-News Dearly transfigured people of God, Merry Christmas! Christ is born! Glorify Him! I pray that you feel the joy and hope given from God during these 12 days of Christmas. We begin on the evening of December 24 and we continue celebrating Christmas for 12 full days! The commercialized culture around us gives…
