The Parable of the Treasure and the Parable of the Pearl (Matthew 13:44-46)
The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.
Both these parables Jesus taught illustrate how valuable, how precious is knowledge and participation in the Kingdom of God. It is worth everything. The man and the merchant in these stories spared no cost, no effort, to grab hold of the promises of God in the valuable find representing Jesus Christ.
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PRAYERS FOR THE PANDEMIC
O MOST mighty and merciful God, in this time of grievous sickness, we flee unto thee for succour. Deliver us, we beseech thee, from our peril; give strength and skill to all those who minister to the sick; prosper the means made use of for their cure; and grant that, perceiving how frail and uncertain our life is, we may apply our hearts unto that heavenly wisdom which leadeth to eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. THE 1928 BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER
The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.
Both these parables Jesus taught illustrate how valuable, how precious is knowledge and participation in the Kingdom of God. It is worth everything. The man and the merchant in these stories spared no cost, no effort, to grab hold of the promises of God in the valuable find representing Jesus Christ.
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PRAYERS FOR THE PANDEMIC
O MOST mighty and merciful God, in this time of grievous sickness, we flee unto thee for succour. Deliver us, we beseech thee, from our peril; give strength and skill to all those who minister to the sick; prosper the means made use of for their cure; and grant that, perceiving how frail and uncertain our life is, we may apply our hearts unto that heavenly wisdom which leadeth to eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. THE 1928 BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER
Prayer is essential
35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. Mk.1:35
Some of God’s children are just too busy. Even if you are extremely busy in the service of the Lord but are not supported by the power of faithful prayer at while you work, you run the risk of complete burnout of your spiritual life. You cannot fulfill your spiritual duty without prayer.
Prayer is the encouragement and inspiration for Christian service. It gives sincerity to everything that you embark on in the Master’s name and give you a deep satisfaction that you cannot get from any other source.
35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. Mk.1:35
Some of God’s children are just too busy. Even if you are extremely busy in the service of the Lord but are not supported by the power of faithful prayer at while you work, you run the risk of complete burnout of your spiritual life. You cannot fulfill your spiritual duty without prayer.
Prayer is the encouragement and inspiration for Christian service. It gives sincerity to everything that you embark on in the Master’s name and give you a deep satisfaction that you cannot get from any other source.
WELCOME HOME! WELCOME TO ST. PAUL'S!
As Portland's oldest church, we are the authentic Anglican Christian community in Portland and the surrounding area! Authenticity is at the core of everything we do as we build a vibrant, Christ-centered community sharing and celebrating the goodness and love of God!
We invite YOU to join our community on this adventure of faith!
Our campus is located in Portland, and our parish family members come from communities throughout all of Southern and Mid-Maine.
Our regular Sunday schedule is 9 AM Spoken Eucharist first and third Sundays, and 10:30 AM Sung Eucharist every Sunday. We are worshiping safely in the church in compliance with all state regulations and recommendations.
We invite YOU to join our community on this adventure of faith!
Our campus is located in Portland, and our parish family members come from communities throughout all of Southern and Mid-Maine.
Our regular Sunday schedule is 9 AM Spoken Eucharist first and third Sundays, and 10:30 AM Sung Eucharist every Sunday. We are worshiping safely in the church in compliance with all state regulations and recommendations.
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OUTREACH AT ST. PAUL'SAA Meetings
Monday - Friday, 8am in the Parish Hall Monday - Wednesday, Noon in the Parish Hall (Women's group) Monday, 6pm in the Parish Hall Stroudwater Food Pantry Donations of breakfast cereal, peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, tuna, ramen noodles, canned goods and empty egg cartons can be left in the marked box in the Parish Hall. Volunteers also needed! More info: https://stroudwaterfoodpantry.com/ Theology on Tap
Come and discuss theological topics at pubs in the mid-coast area. See St. Paul’s Facebook page for updated meeting times and locations, and for readings that correspond
with our topic. 
Anglican Church in America Classical Christianity Engaging the World Diocese of the Eastern United States The Most Reverend Brian Marsh, Archbishop The Right Reverend John Vaughan, Bishop Ordinary The Right Reverend Alexander Webb, Bishop Ordinary |
