Restoration recently transferred from one diocese into another, and so we’d like to invite you to learn more about our new diocese and to pray for this next chapter together.
What is a diocese?
A diocese is a group of churches led by a bishop. Within the ACNA, there are about 30 dioceses. Most dioceses are geographically organized. Several others are non-geographic; their relationships are based on common affinities, common histories, or missional emphases.
Chart of the Structure of Anglicanism
The vast majority of people at Restoration are brand new to Anglicanism. We offer this simple chart to help explain how Restoration fits within the broader Anglican Communion.
A Season of Waiting
My soul magnifies the Lord,” Mary rejoices after being blessed by her cousin Elizabeth, who received the Holy Spirit as the two women met each other in the house of Zechariah. All of Israel had been waiting for so long for the Messiah to come and set this people free from their captivity, a promise he made to their forefathers, and now the moment was here! Elizabeth’s baby leapt in her womb for the joy of it all. Mary was about to give birth to that long-awaited Messiah, Jesus.
From Garden to Garden
Second Edition of 'Common Prayer for Common Places'
We are happy to share the second edition of “Common Prayer in Common Places.” If you recall from last year’s edition, this booklet is a compilation of liturgies from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer with modest adaptations to aid in establishing rhythms of Word and prayer into your daily life.
Liturgy for Home Blessing
In the Christian imagination there is a profound sense of sacredness to the spaces we inhabit. A Home Blessing Liturgy intends to help us remember and reimagine that our common places are, in fact, places of holy habitation—sacred space that is set apart, where we ought to expect to encounter God in every room, at the table, inside the closet, and behind every nook and cranny.
Introducing 'Common Prayer for Common Places'
Everyday is sacred, and we learn to live more fully into this reality as we shape our day around God’s Word and times of prayer. Amidst our busy schedules, the never-ending to do lists, and persistent anxieties, we need rhythms to remind us of God’s presence. Thus, Restoration Anglican has created, The Book of Common Prayer for Common Places, a resource to aid in establishing rhythms of both Word and prayer into the practices of our daily lives.
How can I help today?
We have a group of people who are committed to finding and vetting opportunities like this to serve our neighbors and being point people in these spaces. And we will continue sharing opportunities like this through Facebook, Instagram, and Email on a regular basis. Please also feel free to continue to reach out to Molly with opportunities to serve and we will get them to the church.
