See the Clarifications post at northwoodnotes.blogspot.com re. this blog.
-- RP
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Northwood Park Church of Christ was my (Richard Pepper's )home church for many years starting about age 12, and I was Minister (part-time) there from 2007 until Aug. 31, 2012. This is a pictoral (and video) record of some of our activities starting in 1999 until our closing service Sept. 9, 2012. I hope that this will bring up many happy memories for those of you reading who were once part of this spiritual community, and will be a handy way of sharing them with friends.
Re. 2)
ReplyDeleteThe "Restoration Movement" here refers to the one including the "Disciples of Christ", "Christian Churches" and "Churches of Christ".
The word/concept "restoration" is also used by others, such as the Mormons with whom we have no affiliation. (Several people have told me that that's who they thought we were.)
Understandably, some "Charismatics" also talk about the restoration of the Church as seen in the New Testament.
As a congregation, we do not reject what might be called the "Charismatic" gifts, but currently they have not been practised publicly in our gatherings.
Re. 3)
ReplyDeleteThe "impression" given by the pix also includes the changes we have implemented together as a congregation in recent years according to Scripture as we understand it.
We realize that not everyone shares the same understanding and so I hope these pix help you see how we are different or similar to "Churches of Christ" you know; and how we are different or similar to other Christian churches in Thunder Bay.
This way, if you are considering participation, you can make an informed choice.
"Church of Christ" represents our origin, history and relationships, but I acknowledge that our use of musical instruments and the wider participation in leadership of both genders makes us resemble in some minds the Disciples or the Christian Churches.
Re. 4)
ReplyDeletea) Send me your pictures. Prints are fine (I can scan them) but digital is preferred. I would also prefer you upload them somewhere and send me the link, rather than email them.
b) Ask to be added as a "Team Member" who can co-moderate this blog and upload your own stuff -- or --
c) Start your own unofficial blog and ask to be linked to the official site.
d) If you (or your minor child) are in a picture and are uncomfortable with it, ask me to have it removed and I will honour your request.