For God So Loved the World...

A podcast reflecting on the Gospel reading for Holy Cross by +Archbishop Deborah.

In the beginning....

A Church Without Walls...

Welcome! We don't believe you've arrived here by accident and we hope that you check in from time to time and join us.

Many people may not realize that there are more catholic churches than the Roman Catholic church. Across the world there are many kinds of other catholic churches - from wonderfully ornate Orthodox churches to very simple little groups who gather as the early followers of Jesus did - communities who gather for Mass, who talk about faith and share the ups and downs of life.

The Community Catholic Church is one of those wonderful communities. We are part of the Old Catholic Church, a worldwide denomination with roots in the Netherlands. We are recognized by Rome as having valid orders and apostolic succession. We were once a part of the Roman Catholic church until breaking away in the 1800s. We are inclusive, progressive and innovative, free of papal authority.

That is how a woman can be an Archbishop in a Catholic church. We affirm everyone in their spiritual journeys. We welcome all who seek to know God more fully and to be embraced by Love. Everyone. Regardless of colour, background, gender or sexual orientation.

This blog will have many voices. Our clergy will be taking turns sharing their thoughts and insights. We'll be working on podcasts and you can join us for online worship on Sundays.

Our church goes beyond walls, beyond limitations, beyond old paradigms of and old doctrines. We are catholic, we hold the sacredness of the Creed, the seven sacraments, the beauty of ritual and devotion to our blessed Mother Mary. But we are CHRISTian. We focus on the life, teachings and message of Jesus. He is the heart of all that we do.

And, we are here to share that message of love, peace and compassion.

Please visit the website and see what we are about. We send you blessings in the name of Divine Love.

+Deborah