This day the earth became Heaven for us.
Not because the stars descended from the heavens to earth
but because the apostles ascended to Heaven by the grace of the Holy Spirit,
which was now abundantly poured forth,
and so the whole world was transformed into heaven……
Such was how John Chrysostom, fourth Century Archbishop of Constantinople and legendry preacher, captured the approaching feast of Pentecost.
For there was found a tax-gatherer, and he was transformed into an evangelist.
There was found a persecutor, and he was changed into an apostle.
There was found a robber, and he was led into Paradise .
There was found a prostitute, and she was made the equal of virgins.
There was found wise men, and they were taught the Gospels.
St John’s words remind us that the Christian faith is about transformation, the exercising of hope and the celebration of potential.
Evil fled away, and gentleness took its place.
Slavery was put away, and freedom came in its stead.
And all debts were forgiven, and the grace of God was conferred.
Therefore Heaven became earth…..
St John’s Community seeks to be a transforming community, an agent for good and for the pursuit of justice.
We trust that you will enjoy your pilgrimage through our website, and if possible join us in person sometime for worship or fellowship.
Peace,
Peter Catt
Dean of Brisbane
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