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Collect for the week:
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your wellbeloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
And,
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 for ever. Amen.
Filed under: Anne
Although we missed our families today, we are thankful for a fun and memorable Thanksgiving. (more…)
Hi. A quick prayer request:
Every Wednesday, we were told today, church leaders from around La Paz meet to discuss issues and (I hope) pray together and fellowship. This Wednesday - we were told by Pablo and Kristi, husband and wife who run the brand new, small English fellowship that meets in the Anglican church in the heart of the city - that there will be a bit of an edge to the weekly meeting. Apparently, what is at stake is church unity in the city (they say there is very little of that to start with).
The Body of Christ, already divided here in La Paz, could become more so after this meeting; or healing could begin. We don’t know all the details, but we want to ask you to join with us in lifting up God’s church in La Paz; His wisdom and love for the church are enough to bring that healing and unity.
Oh, and while you are praying, you could pray Jesus’ own prayer in John 17:20-23.
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The collect, or prayer, for this week, November 18 - 24.
Let the whole church pray:
Blessed Father, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which You have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Filed under: Anne
Today we had an unexpected day off of school due to a transportation strike. No taxis or buses were running to protest the exportation of oil. It was a good time to relax. We mostly stayed home except for a quick jaunt to the market. Everything seemed peaceful to us. It was fun for a day, but would probably get annoying if it lasted longer. As far as we know, things will be back to normal tomorrow. . .
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Today we had an unexpected day off of school due to a transportation strike. No taxis or buses were running to protest the exportation of oil. It was a good time to relax. We mostly stayed home except for a quick jaunt to the market. Everything seemed peaceful to us. It was fun for a day, but would probably get annoying if it lasted longer. As far as we know, things will be back to normal tomorrow. . .
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The Prayer Appointed for the Week
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that He might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as He is pure; that, when He comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like Him in His eternal and glorious kingdom; where He lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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The Prayer Appointed for the Week
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that He might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as He is pure; that, when He comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like Him in His eternal and glorious kingdom; where He lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Filed under: Tom
Favorite Bolivian food: Choripan (chorizo in marraquetas, or little hard mini-loaves of bread)
Favorite hot beverage: Api (Check it out!) - Mmmmmmm, Api!
Favorite soda: Pomelo cola (yes, Spanish speakers, I am gaga over grapefruit pop!)
Favorite passtime: either playing a variation on Catan or getting others hooked! I especially enjoy running the school’s games club.
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Collect for the week:
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by Your gift that Your faithful people offer You true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain Your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
