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Author: Timothy
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Jesus Calls Simon And Andrew
Extract: As Jesus walked by the Sea of Galilee, “He saw two brothers, Simon (called Peter) and Andrew, casting a net into the sea (for they were fishermen)”. Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will turn you into fishers of people”. (Matthew 4:18-19) Thought Can any of us claim that we are not,…
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St Nicholas of Myra (Day 8)
Background: St Nicholas was Bishop of Myra, Turkey. He was a very devout man, maintaining a rigorous routine of prayer and fasting. He performed numerous miracles during his lifetime earning himself the name of Wonder Worker. He had a reputation for giving gifts including, secretly putting coins in stranger’s shoes overnight, thus, his connection to…
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Arrest And Trial Of Peter And John
During the time of Jesus’ death and resurrection, the Sadducees, who tended to be rich aristocrats, held the majority of the 70 seats in the Sanhedrin and maintained a close political connection with their Roman rulers. Indeed, the high priests Annas and Caiphas were Sadducees. Among their many tasks at this time, was the maintenance…
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Andrew The Apostle
St Andrew (Early 1st Century) was born in Bethsaida, by the Sea of Galilee. His brother was Simon Peter. St Andrew preached and travelled afar following Jesus’ death. It’s not surprising, therefore, that he is the Patron Saint of many countries and Cities including Ukraine, Romania, Russia and Scotland. St Andrews relics were taken to…
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Healing Of A Lame Beggar
Peter and John were probably close friends from their youth. They worked together as fishermen on the Sea of Galilee (Luke 5:10), shared a common desire to “Find the Messiah” (John 1;41), were baptised by John, prepared the Last Supper together for Jesus (Luke 22:8), went to Annas’ courtyard together (John 18:16) and ran together to…
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Persecution Of The Disciples (1)
Extract: Prior to Jesus’ crucifixion, he forewarned his disciples about their future challenges, sufferings and ultimate deaths. He said, “You will be hated by all because of My Name. Yet not a hair on your head will perish. By your perseverance, you will secure your lives”. (Luke 21:17-19) Thought Today, Jesus’ same warnings remain true…
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St Nicholas of Myra (Day 7)
Background: St Nicholas was Bishop of Myra, Turkey. He was a very devout man, maintaining a rigorous routine of prayer and fasting. He performed numerous miracles during his lifetime earning himself the name of Wonder Worker. He had a reputation for giving gifts including, secretly putting coins in stranger’s shoes overnight, thus, his connection to…
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Francis Anthony Fasani
St Francis (1681-1742) was born in Lucera, Italy. He was educated locally and studied in the Town Friary where he professed his religious vows. Following further Theological Studies at Assisi, he was ordained a Priest in 1705 and remained there for another two years. He later received a Doctor of Theology. St Francis returned to…
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St Nicholas of Myra (Day 6)
Background: St Nicholas was Bishop of Myra, Turkey. He was a very devout man, maintaining a rigorous routine of prayer and fasting. He performed numerous miracles during his lifetime earning himself the name of Wonder Worker. He had a reputation for giving gifts including, secretly putting coins in stranger’s shoes overnight, thus, his connection to…
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Simon Peter’s Sermon And The Crowd’s Reaction
Simon Peter boldly stood up in front of the gathered crowd on the day of Pentecost and announced: “Men of Israel listen… Jesus the Nazarene, a man clearly attested to you by God with powerful deeds, wonders, and miraculous signs… this man, who was handed over by the predetermined plan and foreknowledge of God, you executed…