Deacon Pat Markie commissioned and sent the team of St. Annian's heading to Belize in a few days with these words:
As Christians, our mission is to make God known to all people. We hear this in Jesus’ words: “I give you a new commandment , that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
We celebrate you and your devotion to the work ahead of you in Belize.
Through the gift of your service, you show others the love that God has for all people. This is both a privilege and a responsibility, and by standing here you are publicly affirming your commitment to this work.
Let us pray:
Almighty God, look graciously upon these people whom we now commission for your service. Give them your spirit, enrich them with your grace, and strengthen them for the tasks which lie ahead. Amen.
We rejoice to recognize you as representatives of this Congregation and we thank God for your dedication and your willingness to serve. We send you to Belize with our prayers and our support, and, with you, we renew our commitment to service in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Click here to learn more about this year's project and St. Anne's ongoing involvement in Belize.
Follow St. Anne's as they travel and work via our St. Anne's 2010 Belize blog.
Thank you for your support, love and prayers!
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