On May 6, 2012 I was confirmed in to the Anglican church at St. Andrews parish. I did this realizing the state of disarray in which the Anglican Communion finds itself. I have not abandoned my reformed theology. I made this move after many months of prayer, study and investigation. It is important for me to be connected to the ancient, apostolic church of our Lord Jesus Christ and I believe the Anglican church provides this where I am theologically and geographically. The Anglican Way provides for sound Biblical doctrine in conjunction with the observing of the Sacraments in the ancient, catholic tradition. Style of worship is important to me and this church is one of the few remaining places where God is worshiped in a reverential way using liturgy and what I call "Classical Christian" music. Yes, I was playing bass guitar in a praise and worship band just two short months ago, but people change, and mine has been gradual and definite.
I love my brothers and sisters I left behind at my former church, but I pray they will understand and where necessary, forgive me. I know I have hurt and disappointed some people with this decision.
The future of the local Anglican situation is uncertain. As mentioned before on this blog there are two small Anglican parishes in this local area where some discussion has occurred concerning the possibility of merging the two. There are, understandably, differing opinions on the subject, but I believe not only is a merger in the best interest of all concerned, but is God's will. Now that I am part of the Anglican scene, and no longer an outside observer, I will attempt to be an advocate for the merger of the two parishes in any way I can.
Thanks be to God.
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