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Is It the End of the World? A Christian Perspective on Mark 13 and the Future

A Sermon by Bishop Dr. Jonathan G. Smith Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024 Lectionary Readings: Mark 13:1-8; Hebrews 10:11-25 Location: Redeemer Church CasselberryWHAT IS THE CHRISTIAN OUTLOOK OF THE FUTURE? Is it pessimistic, predicting that it will only get worse, or...
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Embracing Suffering: Finding God’s Presence and Compassion Through the Cross

EMBRACING SUFFERING Finding God’s Presence and Compassion Through the Cross By Dr. Jonathan G. SmithSeptember 13, 2024 What if I told you that suffering isn't something to be avoided, but something that connects us with the very heart of God? What if the pain,...
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East African Trip Third Update – Understanding Ugandan Christianity

Discovering the Secret of East African Christian Faith While America celebrates Gay Pride month, Ugandans celebrate another source of pride, Martyr’s Day. One of the most moving experiences of my trip to East Africa was visiting the Anglican Church of Uganda’s Martyr...
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East Africa Trip Second Update

Uganda is beautiful, but it is full of contrast like all nations. Over the past five days, we’ve been traveling to different parts of the country, visiting One Child Hope Centers.  We’re greeted by songs, cheers, laughter, and smiles each time we arrive.  In many...
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East Africa Mission Trip – First Update

I promised I would give an update on my blog while in Africa. So here's the first. "Jonathan, if you want to go on an adventure, go on a mission trip to East Africa." Those were the words that came to me while listening to the valedictorian give her speech at my...
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Think Differently

I am inspired by doers and game-changers. I seek to inspire the rebels, misfits, troublemakers, and creatives. I am for those who feel like square pegs stuck in round holes.

I am for those who look at the status quo and dare to dream. I am for those who think differently.

I am for King Jesus, who says, “My kingdom is not of this world.”  Here’s to the King.

Let’s change the world and do the stuff King Jesus instructed us to do.

Bishop Jonathan Smith

Thoughts From Bishop Jonathan

East Africa Trip Second Update

East Africa Trip Second Update

by | Jun 4, 2024

Uganda is beautiful, but it is full of contrast like all nations. Over the past five days, we’ve been traveling to different parts of the country, visiting One Child Hope Centers.  We’re greeted by songs, cheers, laughter, and smiles each time we arrive.  In many...

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