5/9/2010- Bright sunshine, a cool breeze, and a Carolina blue sky were the setting for our big day.  Visitors from several states and other jurisdictions along with the St. Philip's family gathered for the Consecration of our new chapel and the church grounds.   The Consecration and service of Holy Communion were led by Archbishop McLaughlin, the Presiding Bishop of the Orthodox Anglican Church. Since it was also Mother's Day the Mother's present were honored.  A lunch on the grounds followed the service.

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4/18/2010- A near capacity congregation filled our new chapel building for its first service of Holy Communion.  We were also blessed to have several members of the clergy from the OAC and other jurisdictions in attendance.  Preaching from 2 Chronicles Chapter 6 Father Gordon encouraged the congregation to look to Jesus Christ for pardon, fulfillment of God's promises, and God's glorious presence. 

Please be sure to join us May 9th, 2010 when Archbishop McLaughlin will consecrate our new chapel.

Clergy at our 1st Service of Holy Communion in our new chapel
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3/8/2010-  Construction on our first parish building continues.  The most recent work is 60 feet of sidewalk.

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3/6/2010-  Fr and Mrs Gordon visited St Chrysostom Anglican Church in Richmond, Virginia.  Fr Gordon was in Richmond to attend the OAC's Spring Clericus.

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12/16/2009- The 2010 Orthodox Anglican Calendar has been posted:  2010 Orthodox Anglican Calendar.

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12/6/2009-  The YOAC, our church youth group, held it's annual Advent party over the weekend.  There was an abundance of good food, games, and fellowship.  Many thanks to the Hawks family for opening up their lovely home.

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11/15/2009-  At our annual parish meeting Mrs Louise Causey and Mrs Martha Torres were elected to the Parish Council.   In addition to the election there were reports and other business.  Fr Gordon concluded the meeting by presenting a vision for evangelism and ministry where we live and work.  
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11/8/2009- Fr Paul Castellano was the guest preacher and celebrant at St. Phil's.  Fr Paul delivered a stirring sermon on our Gospel lesson; we look forward to having opportunities to hear him preach in the future.  We were also honored to have Mrs. Benita Castellano present to worship with us.   Benita serves on the National Council of our jurisdiction, and on our seminary Board. 

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11/1/2009-  The overcast sky did not dampen the Spirit at St. Phil's today.  Canon Harding delivered a powerful All Saints Day homily on the Beatitudes at our 11 am service.  Later in the day Fr Gordon was honored to speak and offer the final prayer for the local 40 Days for Life closing service at Community Fellowship Church in Matthews.

On Saturday fifteen children of the parish gathered for their All Hallow's Eve party.  The well attended party was organized by our parish Secretary, Martha Torres.

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10/24/2009- The YOAC youth group took in some of the local theatre scene in the Queen City.  After attending a production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet the group of 17 went back to Fr Gordon's house for food and fun.  For information on our youth group please contact Fr Gordon at 704-807-9773.
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10/20/2009-  The St. Hermione Chapter of the Sisters of the Saviour now has its initial leadership in place.  Mrs Carol Wolfe graciously accepted Father Gordon's appointment to serve as the organizing President.  Newly elected officers of the chapter include Sandra Osman as Vice President, and Sheneeza Osman as Secretary Treasurer.  St. Philip's women's group will be an instrument of charitable outreach locally and internationally.  Thank you ladies for your willingness to serve our parish and our Saviour's Kingdom.

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10/13/2009: Archbishop John Sathiyakumar was in Charlotte today. He is the Presiding Bishop of the Orthodox Anglican Church of India, a jurisdiction with well over 1,000 parishes. Fr Gordon was privileged to have Archbishop John preach at his diaconal ordination service several years ago. After leaving Charlotte Archbishop John will spend some time with Archbishop McLaughlin in Thomasville.

Fr Gordon with Archbishop John Sahtiyakumar 10/13/2009
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9/27/2009- Today the St. Philip's family gathered to celebrate the Holy Eucharist and the baptism of Faye Doyle.  Following the service Randy Causey served up some yummy North Carolina BBQ, and Mike and Carol Wolfe provided live music.   Pictures of the event are posted on the Pictures page.  Join us next Sunday for a special program on your gifts and talents.

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9/20/2009- Archbishop McLaughlin was at St. Philip the Evangelist Anglican Church today to receive Canon George Harding into the church.  Canon Harding was for several decades a priest in the Anglican Communion including distinguished posts such as the Dean of the Cathedral in Freetown, Sierra Leone; and as a Canon of the Church in New York City.    We are so pleased to welcome Canon and Mrs Harding into the OAC family and we look forward to his ministry among us.  The Archbishop's sermon to the nearly filled to capacity chapel encouraged the congregation to make a decisive choice to follow Christ and reject Mammon. 

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9/7/2009- Would you like to know the Bible better?  Yesterday we began our new Sunday School series which provides a survey overview of the entire Bible.  Join us at 10 am every Sunday.  Call Fr Gordon for details at 704-807-9773

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9/6/2009- Despite the holiday weekend we were still able to get a good group of our young people together for the first YOAC meeting of the Fall.  Sr Heidi Hawks served up the fun and Mr Hawks served up the grilled chicken.  Interested in becoming a part of our youth group?  Contact Father Gordon at 704-807-9773.