From Father Iain, All Saints Chiang Mai
Who has it and how should it be used?
Dear Friends,
In medieval times the doctrine of the Divine Right of Kings was popular – especially with kings! A king was seen as receiving authority from God and could do whatever he wanted – he was literally above the law!
But who has authority in our church, in our lives? As Christians we should give the answer “God”, but what does this mean in practical terms? How do we govern our church and our lives?
In this week’s Gospel reading, Jesus’ authority is questioned by the chief priests and elders. His response seems to indicate that authority is given rather than claimed. Who and what do we give authority to?
The readings for this Sunday will be from Ezekiel 18:1-4, Philippians 2:1-13, and Matthew 21:23-32, and we will be singing the hymns At the Name of Jesus; A Mighty Fortress is Our God; Be Still for the Presence of the Lord; and Crown Him with Many Crowns!
Use this link to join on Zoom this Sunday at 10:30 am
Meeting ID: 548 801 501
Last Week’s Harvest Service
We again held out Harvest Festival at the Youth Charity Foundation’s House of Hope! We had a great worship service followed by an excellent potluck. It was great to worship together!
The whole of last week’s Harvest Festival Thanksgiving Service can be seen here! It includes the sermon, “I just Thank you Father, for making me, me!”, in English and Thai.
Preaching the Word – in English and Thai
Our Choir leading the Singing
Celebrating Communion
Calling forward
Sharing Communion
Presenting the new YCF Piano
All Saints Foundation Banking
We are still working on this – it is proving very complex. Thanks to Khun Tasnee and Khun Knot from YCF for all their hard work!
Church Pool Day
The Center of the Universe Pool
On Saturday 14th October, we will go to the Center of the Universe Pool for the day. We will buy lunch at the pool where most dishes are around THB 100. Later we will share a barbecue at the vicarage, which is nearby.
The cost to use the pool is THB 100 per person.
More details to follow.
Events for your Diary
October 14th
Church Pool Day
October 29th
All Saints Day Celebration and Potluck
November 12th
Remembrance Sunday
November 18th
Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil
November 19th
Transgender Day of Remembrance Service
December 3rd
Advent Sunday
December 9th
Festival of Christmas Carols
Chili Night continues!
Some of the group this week!
Chili Night continues at the usual time of 6 p.m. Come and join us at the vicarage as we share chili followed by ice cream!
This week nine Maejo students missed their 10 p.m. curfew and had to spend the night at the vicarage!
Sleeping on the Floor and Sofas!
Weekly Offering to All Saints
You can still donate in person or online. Thank you for your support and love for All Saints and all we are trying to do together. God has shown that he is mighty and we are in his hands!
God bless,
Father Iain
All Saints' Chiang Mai 