Shalom brothers and sisters,
Despite current conditions in the world, we must remain faithful to the Father’s Commandments and have faith in His promises. We must rely on the Ever-Present Yahweh and His Son Yeshua to help us through this day and the days to come.
Women of the Church of Jerusalem in the first century had many responsibilities within their own households and in the congregation as they do today. The question has arisen concerning the responsibility of the prayers associated with Erev Shabbat. Traditionally the women of the household recite these blessings, whether that is the mother, wife or eldest daughter. The question involves whether or not it is appropriate for the woman of the house to recite prayers in the presence of her husband or other males (such as visitors) within the same home who are gathered together for the welcoming of Shabbat.
We do not admit anyone into the Assembly unless an individual or group is in complete harmony with the essentials of our Faith, which are outlined in our sacred articles, based on the Scriptures, Holy Tradition and enforced through both the Ecumenical Councils and by local Councils (Divine Decrees through Apostolic Letters, Encyclicals, etc.). This does not, however, indicate that those who are not in agreement with what we proclaim as essential are not believers in some form or fashion.
The Lord has told us very clearly that there is no “grey” area when it comes to True and Pure worship! There are no allowances for people to sit on the fence! A person must give their complete and absolute faith, trust and life to Messiah and to continue walking the path of righteousness devoid … Read more