This Sunday morning, May 28th, as we gather together to celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, Church of the Messiah is blessed to welcome the Patriarch of the International Communion of the Charismatic Episcopal Church, Archbishop Craig Bates.  Having served in ordained ministry for over 40 years, Abp. Bates has ministered all over the world.  Of course, Abp. Bates and his wife Cathy are no strangers to Church of the Messiah as they live in Jacksonville and join in worship whenever their busy schedule allows, however this weekend Abp. Bates will preach the Word of God and celebrate the Holy Eucharist.

Pentecost is the Feast we commemorate the gift of the Holy Spirit as described in chapter 2 of Acts of the Apostles.  Along with Christmas, Easter, and All Saints’ Day, Pentecost is one of the four principal feasts of the Church year.

Be sure to join us on Sunday, May 28th, starting at 10 o’clock, as we welcome Abp. Bates and celebrate the Feast of Pentecost.  You will not want to miss this anointed man of God on this day when we celebrate the Holy Spirit.