The decline in faith and church attendance in America, directly parallels the de-coupling of marriage and sex. As pre-marital sex, living together and infidelity has grown, church attendance and faith has fallen. And, the world has not become better. We are more confused, depressed, angry and hurt than ever. The solution is God’s Grace and Blessing! We need God-centered, consecrated marriages that embody true love to answer the emptiness of the secular world.
Read MoreDaniela Wetherall was exposed to the world of languages when she was six years old. She studied several languages and became a simultaneous translator and a consecutive interpreter by age 23. Understanding the etymology of words has always intrigued her, as she knows quite well how important accuracy is when translating.
Barbara Vahsen was introduced to Divine Principle and True Parents in 1994. In their tenth year of marriage, Barbara & Marty renewed their wedding vows at the August 1995 Blessing as a previously married couple in the New Yorker Hotel. They have been married for 38 😊 years. Barbara currently works as the Director of Finance & Operations for a local non-profit whose mission is to help motivated, under-resourced students in Stamford connect to their full potential, leading to independence and productive citizenship.
Read MoreApostle Dr. Glenda Phillips-Lee holds a Doctorate in Ministry from New Life Christian Bible College in Durban South Africa. Affectionately called “Mama Africa,” she is a grandmother, wife, mother, daughter, true sister and friend. Apostle Phillips-Lee is the Apostle of International Gospel Helpers Church Inc.and Star of Hope, Inc., both of which serve in locations like New York City, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, New Delhi, (India) and the island country of Jamaica.
With over 20 years of Prophetic Ministry and as an Ambassador of Healing of The Nations Ministries, Apostle Phillips-Lee was appointed Director of Women’s Affairs for the Ethiopian Orthodox Coptic Church of North and South America in 2003. She currently is co-chair of the Connecticut chapter of the American Clergy Leadership Conference and the Women in Ministry Program. She is one of the “120” Ministers appointed by Father Moon.
Read MoreBruce Clarke has been blessed in marriage for 33+ years to his most compassionate wife, Setsue, which is really fortunate. She kindly puts up with his annoying habits. He is a father of one son, Josh. He is currently the chair of the Local Council of the Family Church of CT, as well as serves on the Board of Bridgeport International Academy. He is working on a doctorate degree from UTS and still has a lot to learn, which is why he is giving this sermon.
Read MoreDaniela Wetherall was exposed to the world of languages when she was six years old. She studied several languages and became a simultaneous translator and a consecutive interpreter by age 23. Understanding the etymology of words has always intrigued her, as she knows quite well how important accuracy is when translating.
Barbara Vahsen was introduced to Divine Principle and True Parents in 1994. In their tenth year of marriage, Barbara & Marty renewed their wedding vows at the August 1995 Blessing as a previously married couple in the New Yorker Hotel. They have been married for 38 😊 years. Barbara currently works as the Director of Finance & Operations for a local non-profit whose mission is to help motivated, under-resourced students in Stamford connect to their full potential, leading to independence and productive citizenship.
Read MoreDaniela Wetherall was exposed to the world of languages when she was six years old. She studied several languages and became a simultaneous translator and a consecutive interpreter by age 23. Understanding the etymology of words has always intrigued her, as she knows quite well how important accuracy is when translating.
Barbara Vahsen was introduced to Divine Principle and True Parents in 1994. In their tenth year of marriage, Barbara & Marty renewed their wedding vows at the August 1995 Blessing as a previously married couple in the New Yorker Hotel. They have been married for 38 😊 years. Barbara currently works as the Director of Finance & Operations for a local non-profit whose mission is to help motivated, under-resourced students in Stamford connect to their full potential, leading to independence and productive citizenship.
Read More‘The Blessing’ is a Covenant between a Couple and God.
In a literal sense, a covenant means a binding agreement, a legal contract. It is a seal between two or more parties. In a biblical sense, the word covenant derives from the same root word meaning “to cut.” This means that in the culture of the Bible, covenant carried weight and was often cut, or sealed, in blood.
In our church, the words to “Be a Blessed Couple” carry a lot of weight.
Read MoreThe role of mothers in today’s world is particularly challenging. Colleen will share her own experience of motherhood, the importance of mothers, the challenges mothers face and some tips on how to overcome those challenges.
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