News and Events

St. Philip the Evangelist Anglican Church

News and Events

News

Events

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 vigil 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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10/18/2009- Fr Frederick Bentley of Anglican Priests for Life preached at our 11 am service today. Fr Bentley is the Director of Anglican Priests for Life.

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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 a priest in the Anglican Communion for many years and served in several prestigious ecclesiastical posts. 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.

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The Revd Canon George Harding+ blesses congregation

7/26/2009- St. Philip's was honoured to have Canon and Mrs George Harding at our Sunday service of Holy Communion. Canon George Harding is a retired priest from the Anglican Communion. He has served the Church for several decades, 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.

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7/19/2009- Today we officially welcomed Pat Chadee into the St. Philip's family. Pat is a life long Anglican and has been attending St. Philip's for several months. Pat was born in San Fernando, Trinidad. She was educated in the U.S. and holds an MBA from Baldwin Wallace College, and a MS from Clelveland State University. She now lives and works in Charlotte and is a valued part of our growing parish.

Pat Y. M. Chadee
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6/06/2009- At the National Council meeting of the Orthodox Anglican Church the vicar of St. Philip's, Father Tom Gordon, was presented with the Great Commission Award by Archbishop Scott McLaughlin. This award was preseted to three OAC clergymen for their church planting efforts in 2008. Fr Gordon accepted the award on behalf of his whole family who have spent countless hours making St. Philip's a welcoming place to worship.
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Fr Gordon & family pose with Great Commission Award

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5/31/2009- St. Philip's was a great place to be on Whitsunday! Sr. Heidi Hawks had presentations before and after the service of Holy Communion that included visual aids and participation that was a blessing to our young people and adults. Fr Gordon's homily at Holy Communion focused on the Holy Spirit as the agency of spiritual peace.
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5/10/2009- The Parish took time to honor the mothers at St. Philip's on this Mother's Day. Each mother in attendance was recognized and received a rose. Fr Gordon's homily during the service of Holy Communion encouraged the congregation to look to the mother of our Lord as an example of motherhood, faith, and obedience to God.
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4/12/2009: St. Philip's celebrated its very first Easter as an OAC parish today. Morning Prayer was followed by Holy Communion, a parish pot luck dinner, and egg hunt. Many thanks to all those who labored to pull off all the services and activities of our first Holy Week.
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"Jesus Christ hast overcome death,
and opened unto us the gate of everlasting life"

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4/9/2009: Our Maundy Thursday activities began with a time of fellowship and food at 5:30 PM. St. Philip's Maundy Thursday service included Evening Prayer, a foot washing, and Holy Communion. Following the service a vigil began at the altar of repose that lasted until the Stations of the Cross at mid day Good Friday.

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4/4/2009: The Last Supper took place at a Passover meal that Jesus ate with His disciples. This fact makes understanding the Passover important for Christians. Christians have been impressed with the popular presentation "Christ in the Passover" given for decades by Jews for Jesus. Our own Sr. Heidi Hawks and family prepared a Seder meal for the St. Philip's family, giving us the opportunity to get a hands on educational view of the Passover meal. Many thanks to all those who worked so hard to give everyone an inspiring experience that will be remembered for a long time.
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Sr. Heidi gives instruction
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3/28/2009 Fr Gordon attended the OAC Spring Clericus this past week and was able to share with his Fathers and Brothers the wonderful things the Lord is doing at St. Philips. (See Pictures)

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3/15/2009- Thomas "Tip" Gordon, Fr Gordon's oldest son, celebrated his 17th birthday by doing a fine job leading a service of Morning Prayer. Join us for Morning Prayer at 10 AM every Sunday during Lent. Holy Communion is celebrated at 11:00 AM

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3/08/2009- After two months of preparation St. Philip's first Confirmation class was presented to Archbishop McLaughlin today for the Laying on of Hands. A special thanks to Sr. Heidi Hawks, SSP, for all of her hard work preparing these nine individuals for their Confirmation.

The ladies of the parish prepared a delicious feast for the gathering. Many thanks to all of those involved in making this a special day in the lives of these nine Christians, and in the life of our parish.

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2/25/2009- St. Philip the Evangelist Anglican Church held two services on Ash Wednesday: at 7am a service of Morning Prayer and the Imposition of ashes, and another service at 7pm, a service of Holy Communion and the imposition of ashes.

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2/24/2009- The parish Shrove Tuesday pancake supper was a yummy feast enjoyed by all who attended. A few of the items on the menu: real maple syrup, chocolate chip pancakes, blueberry syrup, strawberry syrup, cherry topping, and lots of sausages.

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2/15/2009- Today Robert Lundy vested for the first time and took part in the service as the crucifer.

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12/21/2008- We have had some wonderful events at St. Philip's in recent weeks and today was no exception. Today we officially welcomed Sandra 0sman into the St. Philip's family. Sandra's adult daughter Sabrina received the sacrament of Baptism. Sabrina and Sandra have been faithful and enthusiastic in their participation at St. Philip's. Congratulations to both and may God bless them in their Christian walk.

Sandra, Fr Gordon, Sabrina
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3/20/2010- A Christian presentation of the Seder meal.

3/20/2010- YOAC meet at St Phil's and take part in the Seder meal.

3/21/2010- Passion Sunday, Holy Communion, 11am.

3/28/2010- Palm Sunday, blessing of palms & Holy Communion 11am.

4/1/2010- Maundy Thursday, footwashing and Holy Communion, 7pm. Vigil begins following the service.

4/2/2010- Good Friday, Stations of the Cross, 12 noon.

4/4/2010- Easter Sunday, Holy Communion 11am

4/24/2010- YOAC meet at Christ Church, 5-7pm

5/9/2010- Archbishop McLaughlin consecrates our new building at the 11am service of Holy Communion.

5/15/2010- YOAC meet at our new Parish building, 5-7 pm

6/19/2010- Vacation Bible School for ages 3-12. 9am-3pm

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Charlotte, NC 28262

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