Well, it’s official.
I am now a confirmed Episcopalian.
Yesterday I was one of 10 adults who stood in front of the Church where a bishop laid hands on us and welcomed us.
It was a bit weird.
Part of the Confirmation was that we state our intent to take Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.
Well, that’s something that I did nearly 50 years ago.
So, I guess this was more like a re-commitment to follow Jesus within the context of the Anglican Church.
Ok, I’m good with that.
What is significant for me, though, is that I am now accepted into a tradition that is ancient, yet modern.
It is larger than me, yet as small as my faith.
I have searched for nearly a decade for a Church community that I could embrace, and would embrace me.
A Church Home that is welcoming and inclusive.
A place where the Spirit of God lives and gives life.
Somewhere that diversity is sought and celebrated.
I have found that, and more, at St. Barnabas.
So, here I am, old and feeble, with yet another new beginning.
What will the future hold?
I haven’t a clue.
But, in this moment I am glad to be walking with these people, at this place, in this hour.
Congratulations Mike,
Thank you for taking me and many others on this journey with you over the years with your blog. Of course, it’s not over. Just another chapter starting. “Every beginning is another beginning’s end.”
Thanx!
Yeah, it’s been a long journey for sure. And, it has taken me places that 50 years ago I would never have imagined.
Blessings to you, old friend!