Fr. John Whiteford's sermon from the Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, 2024.

Fr. Seraphim Aldea reminds us that who we are in Christ is the best version of ourselves.

"Saint Winefride (in Welsh, Gwenfrewi) was a maiden of noble birth who lived in North wales in the seventh century. The niece and spiritual daughter of Saint Beuno (21 April), she entered the Monastery of Gwytherin after his death, where she lived under the spiritual direction of Saint Eleril. The son of a neighbouring chieftan, Caradoc by name, seized by an unchaste passion, pursued her and struck off her head with a sword. The spot where her head fell became known as Treffynnon or Holywell, because of the appearing of a healing spring for those who would take its waters with faith. Holywell remains a great place of pilgrimage in Britain to this day." (Synaxarion)

Fr. John Oliver reflects on pride and humility.

Fr. Joseph picks up "Santa"—only to discover that this Jolly Ol' Elf is packing heat and on a mission (from God).

This week we will hear a lot about the Bridegroom in our Holy Week services. Who is this Bridegroom and what is the significance of that title?

During the coming Lenten season, spiritual disciplines like prayer are intended to help us humble ourselves before the Lord and make us aware how far we are away from God. Pride threatens to weigh us down, while humility lifts us up to God.

Let us get over our pride and become living epiphanies of the salvation of the One Who was baptized by St. John the Forerunner in the Jordan.

Due to pride, we often crave words and actions from others that distract us from seeing ourselves clearly and instead fuel illusions of self-importance and self- righteousness. When doing so becomes a settled habit, we can easily find ourselves attempting to use religion to serve our egos instead of being focused on offering ourselves to the Lord.

We consider, by means of the Book of Wisdom 17, how paralysis takes different shapes in John 5, Acts 9 and Luke 24: some conditions in which humans have closed themselves off from God, but many others that the Lord heals by His power.

This week we read Revelation 19:1-10 in the light of Isaiah 61:10, Genesis 3:21, Matthew 16:27, and 1 Peter 5:5, noting that the praises of God are undergirded by substantial reasons, that we are called to cooperate in our salvation, and that we have been blessed in a way that confers unimaginable dignity upon human beings.

In Revelation 19:11-21, the heavens are opened, revealing the mounted Word of God, and His final conquest over evil. We are helped with this exhilarating and disturbing passage by seeing echoes in Psalm 72/71:2, Psalm 44/5:3-5, Isaiah 63:1-3, and listening to the wisdom of ancient commentators.

We read the astounding and exhilarating climactic vision of Rev 21:9-27 in the light of Exodus 28:15-21, Daniel 2:34-35, Ezekiel 40-43, Isaiah 2:2-3, Isaiah 54:11-14 and Psalm 47/8:13-15. Rather than simply being spectators of this vision, we find ourselves inscribed in it, sharing the very glory of God.

Fr. Ted explains that, because we are hypocrites, we are in danger of losing God's grace.

Fr. Ted reminds his fellow priests that they can easily fall into hypocrisy along with the Pharisees.

Fr. Ted asks whether you will choose to be a person of the light or a person of the darkness.

Christ does indeed have a wife. She's the Church.

Fr. Apostolos Hill shares a short homily reflecting on the Gospel theme of the second Bridegroom Matins service.

Fr. Apostolos Hill delivers a homily detailing the bridal imagery running through the Divine Liturgy and the Bridegroom Matins services of the week.

Since Christians are members of the body of Christ and relate to Him as the bride to the groom, the Church can never be thought of as a mere institution. Whereas it is marriage that bring a man and a woman together in a dynamic union growing into the perfection of love, it is baptism that constitutes the Church by bringing together men and women, boys and girls into a covenant relationship of love with Christ.

We love and respect God first. Then we love and respect ourselves because we are each made in the image of God.

Dr. Albert Rossi explores the meaning of a quote by St. Therese of Lisieux.

Dr. Rossi interviews Nico Bezzerides, a student at Dartmouth who has taken the fall semester off to do missionary work in Gulu, Uganda, with Fr. Simon Menya.

We talk with Fr. Theodore Petrides about his fascinating life and his new AFR podcast Signs In Our Times.

The event sees scores of bikers dressed as Santa raise money for the Manx children's Hospice.

The pair started campaigning after Joanna Simpson was killed by her husband in Ascot in 2010.

Officers are seizing e-scooters “immediately” off the streets if they are seen in public places.

PSA Classic 5.56 AR15 Rifle with Carry Handle at the lowest price this year. Now, just $579.99 with FREE shipping to your FFL.

BOLT, Europe’s leading mobility company, is launching its ride-hailing service in Malaysia’s Klang Valley, aiming to provide a fast, convenient, and eco-friendly way for residents to navigate the city. The new service allows users to request rides through the Bolt app, while also offering flexible income opportunities for local drivers, who can set their schedules independently. By increasing transportation options, Bolt’s entry is expected to help alleviate public transport demand, making shared mobility more accessible and offering an alternative to existing ride-hailing services.

Bolt’s mission emphasises reducing reliance on privately owned vehicles and addressing urban challenges such as congestion, air pollution, and limited public spaces. The company envisions integrating its platform into the urban transit network, encouraging the shift to shared mobility solutions that support a more sustainable urban environment.

Afzan Lutfi, General Manager of Bolt Malaysia, highlighted the company’s goal of building cities centred around people rather than cars. “In Malaysia, we’re committed to reducing traffic congestion and transforming public spaces by shifting from private car ownership to shared mobility,” he explained. “By providing affordable and low-emission mobility options, Bolt is not only supporting Malaysia’s urban mobility goals but also enhancing the quality of life in Klang Valley and beyond.”

As the demand for ride-hailing grows in Malaysia, Bolt’s app includes safety features and robust customer support to foster trust between riders and drivers, reinforcing a safe and reliable travel experience. Bolt’s launch marks a step towards shaping a more connected, accessible, and liveable future for Malaysia’s cities.

Meghan Markle to put an end to cold war with Royal family: ‘Needs to swallow pride’

Meghan Markle has realized that in order to build a reputation in the US, she needs to rebuild relationships with the members of the Royal family.

According to Closer Magazine, the...

From the 25th to 26th of August 2017, the Ride n Roll Open Air Festival will take place, with two days of live music, as well as various competitions and workshops for BMX, skate, slackline, fitness and freerunning fans.

In Hard am Bodensee, almost directly on the German-Austrian border, one of the largest and best bowls of Europe is located. This is the location of the Ride Further Tour 2017 from the 2nd - 3rd September with a big stint in the fifth round.

From England have already announced Kriss Kyle, Bas Keep, Matt Priest, Chaz Mailey and Lima Eltham, but that's not all. A total of 16 international pros will go to Hard in the start and then there would be the winners of the four wildcards. Chris Halbritter and Mätti Hilber have already qualified at the BMX Männle Turnier in Tuttlingen, two other wildcards can be won on the 2nd September at the Pre-Quali directly on site. But be careful: the number of participants is limited, so register quickly (register@wayfurther.com)

For more information on the Ride Further Tour 2017 in Hard, visit Facebook.

Justin Rudd BMX rider and rapper

Our team rider Justin Rudd AKA Cartierrudd produced his first music video with Robin Kachfi for the new track "Louis Scarf", in which Justin has a feature with Lil Yello & Lil Phase. Check their song now on Soundcloud.

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your kunstform BMX Shop Team!


Video: Robin Kachfi

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The first stop of the Ride Hard Session Tour 2018 will taking place at the 5th of May, at the Trendsport hall in Basel. For the first stop they will host a chilled BMX jam with vouchers and goodies for tricks. If the weather will be nice, you can ride the Half-pipe, flatrails and curbs outside. Sounds good right?

All the best, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!

What:
Ride Hard Session Tour #1 Basel

When:
05 May 2018

Where:
Trendsport Basel
Uferstrasse 80
4057 Basel


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Felix Prangenberg got a new interview on RideUK. He talks about his current life as BMX Pro and the upcoming future.
Check the whole interview, inclusive all photos now on RideUK!

Please click here to read the interview at rideUk.

All the best, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!



Fotos: Aaron Zwaal

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Felix Prangenberg refreshed his Bike with some new parts from Wethepeople. RideBMX asked Felix a few questions about his new Bike.

Check the whole Bike Check, inclusive all photos now on RideBMX!

Please click here for the Bike Check.

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Miguel Franzem filmed with Landon Barnes a rad new video at the Joyride150 BMX park during his Canada trip. Miguel made the best out of his time in Canada and produced a lot of awesome clips, which you can see in his latest edit.

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Video: Landon Barnes



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We took a closer look at the setup of our pro team rider Artur Meister. We've put together the highlights of his parts list and linked them directly below the post!

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing President-elect Donald Trump to crack down on fluoride levels in drinking water, saying the mineral can lead to unintended medical problems -- and setting up a clash with medical experts who defend it as a proven way to fighting cavities.

The incomplete ‘incidental music’ for Alceste, conducted with liveliness and sensitivity.

"To me, the bigger thing is just where the Bears are."

The post Bill Belichick focuses more on Bears’ dysfunction than Patriots’ strides after win in Chicago appeared first on Boston.com.

Where does one start? How about right around 7,500 B.C. when individuals in Jordan began using a form of plaster on interior walls?

Washington — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wants input on whether it should require impact guards on the sides of large trucks to prevent vehicles from sliding underneath after crashes.