The Order of the Candle

[WesleyJohn]

Welcome, new inductees! We welcome your presence on this quest to promote love, unity, and the flame of the Holy Spirit in these parts! Grab a candle, sit around the table, and share from whence you come!

Forth Candlers--there are more candles to be distributed to potential inductees! Give and invite, give and invite!

Grace and Peace,

TSKotC

[WesleyJohn]

Fellow Candlers...if though knowest of a fellow wanderer or knight who should be united with our quest, please do send me a missive, as I have access to multiple candles now.

(Thanks especially to the assistance of the Barefoot Wanderer and Bearer of the Candle!)

Grace and Peace,

TSKotC

[dsdumpling]

WJ, I have 2 friends holding candles for me..let me know if and when you need them.

[Penguin50388]

WJ recentley PMed me asking me to join this order. I have read over the thread and I like what I see. A group of Christians on a Christian website joining together to spread the morals of Christ. I am happy to call myself one of you.

Now a little about myself... My name is Ben. I am a leader of a witnessing group at my school, and I am about to take a lead role in my youth group at my Church. While I proudly bear the UMC icon I am also known to attend a Non-Denominational Church (in addition to two methodist ones). I first accepted Christ into my life two years ago (my freshman year in High school). As soon as I finnish up high school I'm going down to Hawaii to attend Youth With a Mission's Decipleship Training School (DTS). After DTS I will do as the Spirit leads me, but right now I am feeling a calling to missionary work. I spend my free time at my Church or writing literature for new Christians (specific to each person). I can't think of anything else...


I might be a little strange in doing this, but I am going to assign myself a verse for the order. The verse will appear in my signature until I either leave the order, or leave CF... the verse is

Romans 13:12
The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.

[WesleyJohn]

That is a great verse! "Let us put on the armor of light!"

Welcome fellow traveler!

Grace and Peace,

The Silver Knight

[Penguin50388]

That is a great verse! "Let us put on the armor of light!"

I have to admit that I took it from one of the posts on page 5 of this thread.

[La Bonita Zorilla]

I'm in it now thanks to Piano Player. Now what?

[WesleyJohn]

Welcome LBZ...equip thy candle and shine forth the light of God's love!

Grace and Peace,

TSKotC

[wvmtnkid]

Welcome, welcome. It appears I need to do an update to our roll!

[ClementofRome]

I want to thank overnight for inducting a seeming "outsider" into this fine fold. I like what I see and am proud to be here. In reality, I know that you all just want to have fun with a "Reformed Methodist," but hey, I just love being needed! :)

Thanks overnight!

[overnight]

I want to thank overnight for inducting a seeming "outsider" into this fine fold. I like what I see and am proud to be here. In reality, I know that you all just want to have fun with a "Reformed Methodist," but hey, I just love being needed! :)

Thanks overnight!
Your welcome.

To all be nice to that crazy "reformed Methodist" ;) :D

Anyway to all newbies to the Order it might be nice to learn more about you. MAybe what church you attend what roles you play in your congrgation (lay speaker, choir leader etc) I'll do it because I never have and I'm an oldie to this group. (you can add other things you think are important I just went with the basics and hey other oldies this might be fun for you to do too.)

Name: Daren Reeves
Age: 27
Church: Eldora UMC www.eldoraumc.org (http://www.eldoraumc.org)
FAmily: Wife and Three children a 5 year old and 2 year old twins
ROles in church: ministry canadate, lay speaker, worship team, worship committee, church board, and 150th anniversary task force.

[Texas Lynn]

Thanks for the inclusion.

[dsdumpling]

Howdy :wave: new candlers! May God bless you!

[AndyM]

Hi guys, :wave:

Thanks to wvmtnkid for inviting me to join the order. Truly honoured to be in such illustrious company...

Ok, I'd best introduce myself...

My name is Andy and I live in Manchester, England. I am a youth worker in the Boys' Brigade and a steward at Denton Methodist Church.

[WesleyJohn]

Is "Boys' Brigade" part of "Christian Service Brigade"?

I worked for six summers at one of their camps here in the US.

[Celticflower]

Clement--

Welcome. Don't think of yourself a sthe "token Reformed Methodist" We're all family here! (altho' I have the distinction of being labeled the "rebel Methodist" at the non-denom we attend ^_^ )

On another note--I have noticed an interesting thing since I got my candle. I seem to take more time to think and answer in a more loving manner to posts in other parts of the forum lately. Kinda neat, and sometimes hard, to get my point across without ticking anyone off. But it seems to be getting easier!

Celtie

[TheMainException]

Well...this is quite cool...I'm glad to become a member of the order of the candle. Hello all!


Lauren

[ClementofRome]

eClement--

Welcome. Don't think of yourself a sthe "token Reformed Methodist" We're all family here! (altho' I have the distinction of being labeled the "rebel Methodist" at the non-denom we attend ^_^ )

On another note--I have noticed an interesting thing since I got my candle. I seem to take more time to think and answer in a more loving manner to posts in other parts of the forum lately. Kinda neat, and sometimes hard, to get my point across without ticking anyone off. But it seems to be getting easier!

Celtie
Thanks Celtie. I am beginning to think of myself not as a "reformed Methodist," but a Whitfield Methodist...very appropriate I think! As for posting, I try to be a kinder, gentler CF poster. I try to be level headed and logical and I tend to walk away from idiocy rather than flame the fires. I am glad to be here among the kinder, gentler posters. ;)

[Piano Player]

Wecome all! Don't forget to equip your candle, or at least copy to your sig. If you need hlep, let us know.

[jgarden]

I've received an invitation from "piano player." I had no idea that this group existed since I have never wandered into this section of the Forum. I've read some of the thread, but could you give me more information concerning the purpose of this group. I'm not sure if I'm what you're looking for. At present, I'm a Methodist doing part time studies for a MTS at a Baptist seminary. :bow:

Yours truly,
jgarden

[Penguin50388]

Wecome all! Don't forget to equip your candle, or at least copy to your sig. If you need hlep, let us know.

I can't get mine in my signature... I tried copying and pasting it, but it didn't work.

[overnight]

jgarden for the most part all who love the Lord, try to live out the ideas of Christian unity, and want to promote love and peace are welcome into this group. One does not have to be Weslian Arminian (right any "reformed" methodists out there;) ). Think about it read through the thread again and let us know.

[elanor]

Greetings, fellow members of the Order! :) I have a couple of questions.


Did we ever find out from Erwin what he thinks of us copying the items he's selling for blessings of the board?
I know initially the Order was primarily made up of fellow Wesleyan-types. Others were honorary members. I'm not sure if we did that because it was a bonding/encouraging thing that we could do together, or if it was because the number of candles was initially so limited and we wanted to be sure we had everyone covered before we opened it up. Could someone clarify this, please. Good Sir Knight? ;)
Hugs to all of you! :hug: Special hug to Piano Player for being so encouraging over in the Politics forum! :hug:

[WesleyJohn]

elanor,

1) Would you go ahead and PM Erwin and ask him exactly that? Let us know what you find out.

2) Membership in the Order is primarily reserved for Wesleyan members. However with more candles available, you are welcome to invite others who will uphold the ideals of the forum.

Go well,

TSKotC

[AndyM]

Is "Boys' Brigade" part of "Christian Service Brigade"?I'd never heard of the Christian Service Brigade before, so I did a quick bit of research. I don't think there are any official links between the two organisations, but there are definite similarities in the work they do and the way they work. We've just got back from camp with our younger kids. We're taking the older group away in August.

I'm just into my third year running the group at our Church. It's good fun. Good excuse to be a kid again for a while. :D

[gnombient]

Greetings to all... Much thanks to wvmtnkid for the candle and invitation; I am honored to be inducted into this Order, thanks for considering me. I will keep my eyes open for more candles, and look forward to participating further in this group! :)

[jgarden]

Hello, this is jgarden again. Its my understanding that I've been nominated by "piano player" and I would like to join. You're free to use whatever blessing and reputation you need to obtain candles. :bow:

[dsdumpling]

Welcome new candlers :wave:

[Penguin50388]

Ds... there has something that I wanted to say to you since the food fight way back when... I love the Calvin in your sig (the one in the toilet)

[WesleyJohn]

welcome jgarden...have you received a candle yet?

[dsdumpling]

Ds... there has something that I wanted to say to you since the food fight way back when... I love the Calvin in your sig (the one in the toilet)
Thanks! I love Calvin and Hobbes. :hug:

[TheMainException]

What are some of the ideals of Wesleyan Members? I would be interested in knowing because I think that I pretty much hold onto have Wesley has proclaimed.

[wvmtnkid]

Welcome to all our new members! :wave: We are growing by leaps and bounds! :clap:

As soon as a get a few moments, I will update our roll. I know, I know, I have said that before. My name is wvmtnkid and I am a proud member of procrastinator's anonymous. :D

[WesleyJohn]

/me is sure that "procrastination" was NOT listed as one of the high ideals of this blessed order...

LAWise...I'm not sure if you're asking about the "Ideals of the Order of the Candle," or about Wesleyan/Methodist/Nazarene folks in general.

The Order of the Candle is all about spreading unity, love, and the flame of the Holy Spirit throughout Christian Forums. Our goals are to promote unity and the Love of God, collect and distribute candles to members who can uphold the ideals of the order. I believe we are already making a difference on CF! Keep up the good work fellow Candlers!

Grace and Peace,

WJ

[wvmtnkid]

/me thinks she may need to resign from PA to fulfill her role as Secretary to the Order......she thinks she may do that tomorrow, or maybe the next day......

[elanor]

* wvmtnkid thinks she may need to resign from PA to fulfill her role as Secretary to the Order......she thinks she may do that tomorrow, or maybe the next day......:D Remember the ents' motto: Don't be hasty. ;)

[WesleyJohn]

/me is going to the "Lord of the Rings: The Exhibition" in its US Premier on Sunday afternoon!

[wvmtnkid]

Remember the ents' motto: Don't be hasty.
Exactly! :D

[elanor]

* WesleyJohn is going to the "Lord of the Rings: The Exhibition" in its US Premier on Sunday afternoon!
**Elanor knows she'll have to repent of this intense jealousy...but she isn't finished with it yet.**

[wvmtnkid]

Cool WJ! Don't tell paulewog. He may try to offer you cookies to take him with you! :D

[wvmtnkid]

Oh my goodness! Procrastination, jealousy! What is the Order coming to? We may need a retreat to get back on track.

I suggest the Cayman Islands....:D

[jgarden]

welcome jgarden...have you received a candle yet?
How do i receive a candle? :bow:

[WiredSpirit]

This looks like my safe place. People aren't taking well to my other posts so I think I'll stick around here for awhile.

[dsdumpling]

Welcome to all our new members! :wave: We are growing by leaps and bounds! :clap:

As soon as a get a few moments, I will update our roll. I know, I know, I have said that before. My name is wvmtnkid and I am a proud member of procrastinator's anonymous. :D
I belong to PA too!! :clap: I teach VBS to the adults starting Monday...I really should be studying, right? ^_^

[wvmtnkid]

Woohoo! A fellow member! Maybe we shouldn't have divulged our membership in PA to the Silver Knight. He may re-think our inclusion in the Order of the Candle.....;)

[wvmtnkid]

jgarden-If a candle was sent to you, you should have received an automatic PM that said someone was sending you a candle. More than likely it was from the person that invited you to this thread. If you don't have a candle, let us know and we will see about getting you one.

Wired Spirit-feel free to kick back in here for awhile. Another good thread in here is the Covered Dish dinner. Lots of good food and fellowship in that one! :yum:

[larkep]

Hi y'all! Been away for a while and am enjoying reading back through the thread to see what I missed! From dsdumpling I learn my nickname is 'LoopyAppleButt'' : huh! whatdyaknow? Appropriate though I guess! (haven't looked lately) http://www.christianforums.ca/images/smilies/biggrin.gif Also, am pleased to inform you that I've been a card carrying member in good standing of PA for many moons, unless I forgot to renew my membership . . . Peace and warm welcome to all new inductees! Now go forth and spread the word and the message!
Oh, to catch up with everyone, I will include some info:
I am a member of Aldersgate UMC in Huntsville, Alabama.
I am a choir member and a Disciple Bible studier. (http://www.christianforums.ca/images/smilies/confused.gif )
I lived in a Benedictine monastery in Kansas for nearly two years as a volunteer.
And I am a cat lover and a pacifist.
And I would dearly love a retreat in the Cayman islands!!

[dsdumpling]

Woohoo! A fellow member! Maybe we shouldn't have divulged our membership in PA to the Silver Knight. He may re-think our inclusion in the Order of the Candle.....;)
If we weren't PA, we would have divulged it earlier ;)

[FullyMT]

*pops head in*
I'm hoping I'm not breaking a forum rule or anything (if I am, I'm sorry)....I have a candle that I'm willing to donate to anyone here if they would like one. Please send me a pm. :)

[overnight]

just fyi veggi has a candle on the auction block again. I don't have the blessings to get it this time.


*hello all newbies. It is good that this is growing so much. Just one request when the list of candlers gets posted (eventually;) ). :pray: Please put a note on the charter members (I am just curious to see how much we have grown.)

[elanor]

*pops head in*
I'm hoping I'm not breaking a forum rule or anything (if I am, I'm sorry)....I have a candle that I'm willing to donate to anyone here if they would like one. Please send me a pm. :)Of course you're not breaking a rule by posting here! This is very kind of you. Thank you for your offer! I'm not sure who needs a candle just now, but we're growing so quickly that I'm sure it won't be long before someone does.

Bless you for your kindness! :)

[wvmtnkid]

If we weren't PA, we would have divulged it earlier ;)This is true....And it looks like we aren't the only members either...:D


Also, am pleased to inform you that I've been a card carrying member in good standing of PA for many moons, unless I forgot to renew my membership
:holy:

[wvmtnkid]

Just a little note-I put a bid in on the candles in the auction. I started to PM them and do some trading, but at the moment the bids are not that high. If the situation changes, my course of action may have to change. Do we still have items to trade like we did earlier?

[wvmtnkid]

[drum roll]
Without further ado, the new and improved updated roll of the Order of the Candle!!!!!
[/drum roll]

I did my best to guess who are charter members. If I left you off, please PM me and I will rectify your status. I have marked CM with a :). Also, if I have missed your name, please let me know and I will be sure and add you!

:) WelseyJohn-The Silver Knight of the Order of the Candle
:) dsdumling
:) AngelAmidala
:) tiggs
:) wvmtnkid
:) TCapp
:) happypeppie
:) HeatherJay
:) PianoPlayer
:) elanor
:) overnight
:) herev
:) celticflower
:) Plan 9-Courier to the Silver Knight

Reborn_in_Christ2003
kelco
HoneyLight
Candle-Steward of the Candle
clonenomore
CryptoKnight
Allye
kokopelli
larkep
Banana Phone
Wired Spirit
MethodMan
Penquin50388
La Bonita Zorilla
ClementofRome
Texas Lynn
AndyM
LAWise520
jgarden
spacedout

Honorary Members:
Henaynei
Street Preacher-Official Fort Holder
KennySe-Holder of the Candle of the Silver Knight
bigsierra

Members who have not posted yet:
Christian Teen
Grunt (I have talked to Grunt. He knows about the thread, I hope he makes it here soon)
Dark Lite (Also knows about the thread. Apparently is incognito :D)
Ranter
Learin2'-4give
I have invited another member. He has equipped his candle, so I hope he posts here soon!

Whew! We have been busy!

[Piano Player]

Just a little note-I put a bid in on the candles in the auction. I started to PM them and do some trading, but at the moment the bids are not that high. If the situation changes, my course of action may have to change. Do we still have items to trade like we did earlier?
I still have items which I am willing to trade. I bought a bunch of cheap stuff when the items were all restocked recently. Let me know if someone is looking for something specific.

[wvmtnkid]

Cool! Thanks Piano Player!

[Celticflower]

I have extra blessings if you need them to purchase a candle

Celtie

[elanor]

elanor,

1) Would you go ahead and PM Erwin and ask him exactly that? Let us know what you find out.

2) Membership in the Order is primarily reserved for Wesleyan members. However with more candles available, you are welcome to invite others who will uphold the ideals of the forum.

Go well,

TSKotCOh my goodness! These PA waves are wearing off on me, too! :o :D I totally forgot to PM Erwin. My apologies. I'll do that tonight.

[wvmtnkid]

Thanks celtie!


Oh my goodness! These PA waves are wearing off on me, too!

Oh, another member!!! It must be time for that retreat! :D

[elanor]

I have invited Christi to join us as an honorary member. She so clearly exhibits the heart of this Order that it seems only right that she be a part of us. If she decides to accept, please welcome her. :)

[elanor]

Hey, WJ! Could you post a review of that exhibit somewhere and give us a link? I don't want to derail this thread, but I'm very eager to hear about it! :)

[WesleyJohn]

Greetings fellow Candlers!

Grace and Peace to you in the Name of Christ Jesus our Lord!

I have just returned from a two-day quest to visit a young (7-yr-old) boy who was in one of the best Children's Hospitals in all of the world for a procedure. He attends my church. This is the second of three major procedures, which require full anesthesia. He will return in 2 months for the third procedure which will also involve surgery on his knee. Please pray for Tommy.

I see that we have grown. I also am encouraged by those who already recognize a great deal of thought and editing before pressing the "Reply" button. Let us do all we can to promote peace and unity in these parts.

Thank you to those who are tracking our membership, collecting candles, and inducting members. Please continue to seek out members for our High Order.

I'm curious what people think about the role of Matthew 18 in an online message board. Any thoughts?

In the service of the King,

The Silver Knight of the Candle

[elanor]

I shall pray for your young friend! Let us know how he is doing. :)

And what an interesting question! Was there a particular part of Matthew 18 you were thinking about, WJ? Stumbling blocks? Forgiveness?

[WesleyJohn]

View the "LOTR: The Exhibition" thread here: http://christianforums.com/t730971

[WesleyJohn]

I was mostly thinking about how to deal with someone who has sinned against you. Although the discussion could be expanded in any particular direction!

[Penguin50388]

earlier someone mentioned something about an official song for the Order... I got a sugestion...

I admit that it is not the best song for our ideals, but I feel that it is a decent one none-the-less.


(forgive any mistakes in the lyrics... they were taken from an online source)
Shine
By The Newsboys

dull as dirt
you can´t assert the kind of light
that might persuade
a strict dictator to retire
fire the army
teach the poor origami
the truth is in
the proof is when
you hear your heart start asking,
"What´s my motivation?"


and try as you may, there isn´t a way
to explain the kind of change
that would make an Eskimo renounce fur
that would make a vegetarian barbecue hamster
unless you can trace this about-face
to a certain sign...

Chorus
shine
make ´em wonder what you´ve got
make ´em wish that they were not
on the outside looking bored
shine
let it shine before all men
let´em see good works, and then
let ´em glorify the Lord

out of the shaker and onto the plate
it isn´t Karma
it sure ain´t fate
that would make a Deadhead sell his van
that would make a schizophrenic turn in his crayons
Oprah freaks
and science seeks a rationale
that shall excuse
this strange behavior

when you let it shine
you will inspire
the kind of entire turnaround
that would make a bouncer take ballet
(even bouncers who aren´t happy)
but out of the glare
with nowhere to turn
you ain´t gonna learn it on "What´s My Line?"

[elanor]

I was mostly thinking about how to deal with someone who has sinned against you. Although the discussion could be expanded in any particular direction!Oh, grumble, mumble, groan. I just KNEW that would be what you'd want to discuss. http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/images/emoticons/eyes.gif Can't we talk about prayer or rejoicing over finding the lost sheep instead? It would be so much easier on me... ;) :o :D

[WesleyJohn]

I s'pose we can put it off until later?

[Piano Player]

I was mostly thinking about how to deal with someone who has sinned against you. Although the discussion could be expanded in any particular direction!
Is this a hypothetical, or is this based on something that really happened? It is hard to discuss without knowing details.

[elanor]

I s'pose we can put it off until later?Oh, no, no. This is perfect timing for this discussion. That's why I'm grumbly. ;) :D

[WesleyJohn]

It really was just a general question, completely unrelated to any specific occrences here. I ask the question from time to time because we often forget that there are real people behind the bits&bytes.

Just wondering how the passage can be applied in an online context.

Grace and Peace,

WJ

[Kokopelli]

It really was just a general question, completely unrelated to any specific occrences here. I ask the question from time to time because we often forget that there are real people behind the bits&bytes.

Just wondering how the passage can be applied in an online context.

Grace and Peace,

WJ

Why not follow what we do in life: love our enemies and forgive them. If some one is acting especially tafferish, I am sure we could gather a couple of brutes to offer some "re-education" for the offending individuals. :D

[Celticflower]

Why not follow what we do in life: love our enemies and forgive them. If some one is acting especially tafferish, I am sure we could gather a couple of brutes to offer some "re-education" for the offending individuals. :D


A couple of brutes?? I think I'd rather just back away so I don't say something I would regret later. If I have lovingly made my point, and someone still gets nasty in their disagreement with me I tell them their opinion is their own then exit the conversation. Then I sit back and pray for them to be shown a nicer way of dealing with people and for me to put any hurt feelings I may have suffered in the past and forgive the offender.

Celtie

[wvmtnkid]

"tafferish"? :D

My Upper Room devotion the other morning had some good thoughts on this, some I admit that I need work on. Our job on earth is to be witness' for Jesus. We are to share the Good News and what Jesus means to us and what he has done in our lives with others. The Holy Spirit is with us to help us accomplish this. We are not someone's final judge and jury on their salvation. It is my responsiblity to go to them out of concern and talk with them if I see they are out of step with how Jesus has called us to live and if necessary to involve my other brothers and sisters in Christ if I need help. All this is done in a loving manner, not in an accusatory tone. I think we should be concerned if one of our family is falling away. But, it is not my role to judge their heart. Their fruit I can certainly bear witness too, but their heart is between them and God. However, I will say that in a lot of instances the fruit we bear is a good indication of the condition of our hearts.

[Kokopelli]

Celtie - I was being a facetious about the "brutes" comment. In all honesty, I have a simple rule that I follow in regards to difference of opinion or belief. I do my thing, you do yours. While it is sometimes difficult, I will do my best to show you the love and respect you deserve. Despite my comment, (just Joshing around) I certainly would never advocate a couple of brutes to "re-educate" some one choosing not to believe what I believe.


wvmtnkid - that is the second time I have used to the word, "taffer" without thinking ahead. ^_^

Taffer is a made up word for a game called, "Thief." It was derived from a Mother Goose nursery rhyme that contains the line(s), "Taffy was a Welshman, Taffy was a thief." I am guessing "taffy" is a slang name for a Welshman. It it suggested that "taffer" is a dilution of "trickster", much like in modern English "darn" is a dilution of "damn", and "heck" is a dilution of "hell."

It is word that is use synonymously to describe something. For example, I was acting tafferish (trickster, goofball) when I jokingly posted the comment about the brutes. When I used the word, it was used to mean some one acting out. However, because word did derive from a game called Thief, most people think it refers to a thief and use it accordingly.

You mentioned the devotional from today's Upper Room. By any chance, you would not happen to have a link to read on-line, would you?

[wvmtnkid]

http://www.upperroom.org/devotional/default.asp?month=8&day=2&year=2004

There is the link, I hope! :) It was yesterday's devotional.

Thanks for the explanation of tafferish-you tafferish rogue, you! Not only do we have procrastination and jealousy in the Order, we now have assault and battery to add! ;)

[Christi]

I have invited Christi to join us as an honorary member. She so clearly exhibits the heart of this Order that it seems only right that she be a part of us. If she decides to accept, please welcome her. :)
Thank you, Eleanor.....I'm honored to accept, and I'm here. :)

(This is a very long thread I need to catch up on!)

[WesleyJohn]

Does anyone know the word for: "A tricky beggar whose parents were tricky beggars?"

[Kokopelli]

Does anyone know the word for: "A tricky beggar whose parents were tricky beggars?"

Gaberlunzie, rogue, moocher, gangrel, dommerer and probably taffer to name a few. http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_1_200.gif


:::Edit::: Though the word matching that exact definition, is clapperdudgeon.

[wvmtnkid]

Wow, I feel like I have just had a Word Wealth lesson! :P

Welcome Christi! :wave:

[Kokopelli]

Wow, I feel like I have just had a Word Wealth lesson! :P

Welcome Christi! :wave:

The on-line resource, OneLook Reverse Dictionary (http://www.onelook.com), is my friend. ^_^

A very helpful tool when trying to find the right wording to help cut out the "wordiness" of the weekly papers I have to write for class.

[Celticflower]

Kokopelli--
I knew your "brutes" comment was meant in jest--but it provided a neat way for me to start my reply.
BTW-my husband's last name is Loobey, and in Ireland at one time the name meant a sly, underhanded rogue. <LOL>

[Kokopelli]

Kokopelli--
I knew your "brutes" comment was meant in jest--but it provided a neat way for me to start my reply.
BTW-my husband's last name is Loobey, and in Ireland at one time the name meant a sly, underhanded rogue. <LOL>

Ok, I wasn't sure if I had offended you or if you took it as a joke. ^_^

That is pretty funny about the meaning of your husband's last name. I have had genealogical searches done on my last name, Peniza, though it appears my ancestors just showed up one day. No real meaning from what I could find. I should mention based on the research I did for Kokopelli, he was also believe to be "trickster" in addition to being a joy bringer. I figured since my easy going personality can sometimes bring joy and my tafferish nature to get a rise out of people, (e.g. tossing some juicy "bait" in a political forum to get a rise, though I only do it in an open thread as not to troll) this should be a perfect username. ^_^

[alaurie]

I have invited Christi to join us as an honorary member. She so clearly exhibits the heart of this Order that it seems only right that she be a part of us. If she decides to accept, please welcome her. :)Thank you, Eleanor.....I'm honored to accept, and I'm here. :)

:clap: :pink: Oh great move elanor!

Welcome Christi :angel: I can't think of anyone more deserving of the right to carry a candle! Your love for Christ and willingness to open your heart to his leading have already been such a light to me.

[Christi]

:clap: :pink: Oh great move elanor!

Welcome Christi :angel: I can't think of anyone more deserving of the right to carry a candle! Your love for Christ and willingness to open your heart to his leading have already been such a light to me.
Thanks .....but......I'm pretty much a brat, although trying to be a recovering one. :sigh:

But ya'll say lots of nice stuff, so I'm holding on to my candle for dear life. :hug:

I don't guess I know what to do, though.....Buy candles? (I gave my blessings away), Bake cupcakes for Candle Meetings?:clap: OKAY!!! Sprinkles or Non?

[Celticflower]

ooooooo Cupcakes!!!!!!!

Sprinkles please!


Celtie

[alaurie]

I don't guess I know what to do, though.....?


Be Christi :)

[kelco]

Welcome Christi! I want sprinkles please.

[elanor]

Welcome Christi! :wave: I agree with Allye (so what else is new ;) ): I can't think of anyone who posts with such love for God and graciousness toward your fellow members. :)

I've been thinking a lot about WJ's suggestion of looking at Matthew 18 in light of being part of an online forum. I think online communication makes it harder to treat someone with love and forgiveness. Out here in real life (RL), we form our opinons of people based on personal contact. We see the expressions on their faces, their body language, the look in their eyes, the tone in their voices, etc. Their words are not isolated, they are only a part of total communication, and part of a fuller experience of relationship with the person.

But here online, all we have are words--and sometimes emoticons. But even together, they can't come near the experience of face-to-face, voice-to-voice, real time interaction with a person. So if words are all we really get, we end up basing our impressions of someone strictly on those. We have no idea what prompts them. Someone may seem pushy, arrogant, rude, belligerent--and what they may really be is scared, or reacting to something that happened in their world that day, or there could be any number of other reasons behind their words. But if that happens a few times with someone, we've formed an impression of them. It may or may not have any basis in reality, but we assume it's true because we have nothing else with which to compare it.

It seems like that can make forgiveness harder. If I know someone was a total grump because they've just been hung out to dry at work today, then it's easier for me to extend some grace and forgive them if they snap at me. But if they post rudely and I don't know there's a reason behind it, I'm more likely to add that little tick mark under the "Things that make this guy a jerk" column. Online relationships force us to truly have to forgive because God forgave us first, rather than forgive because we understand the reason for the offence. It's harder. Maybe it's a more real sort of forgiveness, though.

[elanor]

Hey WJ! I like the idea of talking together about how God would have us relate to and serve one another here online. We should be encouraging each other here in the Order. But this thread is getting awfully long. What do you think about starting a series of threads--maybe one per scripture passage--so we could always look in on them when we need a lift about a particular subject. We could call them something like, "Candlelight Meditation on Forgiveness - Matthew 18". Just a thought. :)

[alaurie]

'k... I'm getting really tired of "you must spread some reputation around before giving it to elanor again" :) :hug:

[Kokopelli]

Mmm... cupcakes... must buy some at church bake sale this weekend. :D

Just out of couriosity, what is with the "...you must spread some reputation around before giving it to elanor again..." that has been posted a few times?

[wvmtnkid]

Auction Alert!

Nicholas has a candle up for auction. I would have bid on it, but I didn't want to be the auction hog! :D

Really good thoughts elanor! Being a mod, sometimes I have a little trouble extending grace some days. Something I have learned is not to respond right away to a post or PM that pushes my buttons. Sometimes it's better for me to leave it be for a little while and then come back and respond when my emotions aren't flyin' all over the place and I have had a chance to formulate my thoughts into a thought out answer, not one that is off my cuff based on "I can't believe they just said that! Are they from Jupiter or something????".

Or it might be that annoying habit that got me inducted in PA that makes me reply later instead.....:D

[elanor]

Oh, that PA thing!! I forgot again to PM Erwin. :D Okay, I'm going to do that as soon as I finish this post. If I haven't forgotten by the time I press Submit. :o

Good advice, kid. :) I usually do wait before I post when someone makes me angry--not so much because I think it's the wise thing to do, but usually because when I'm irritated I tend to splutter out words and what I'm trying to say doesn't come out right. I have to step back to formulate my thoughts.

Just out of couriosity, what is with the "...you must spread some reputation around before giving it to elanor again..." that has been posted a few times? kokopelli, the way the reputation system works, once you rep someone you have to rep 19 or 20 other people before you can rep that same person again. If you try to rep the person too soon, you get a message like the one Allye posted. Just encourages you to look for the good all around you and let people know when they've posted something worthwhile by repping them. :)

[wvmtnkid]

Oh, that PA thing!! I forgot again to PM Erwin. :D Okay, I'm going to do that as soon as I finish this post. If I haven't forgotten by the time I press Submit. :o


LOL! Sounds like we need a support group for us PA folks, or maybe an accountability group.....

[Kokopelli]

kokopelli, the way the reputation system works, once you rep someone you have to rep 19 or 20 other people before you can rep that same person again. If you try to rep the person too soon, you get a message like the one Allye posted. Just encourages you to look for the good all around you and let people know when they've posted something worthwhile by repping them. :)

Yeha, I caught on to that lastnight after I tried to rep Celtie for a post. Evidently I repped her one before yesterday.... ok, so I may not always be the brightest crayon in the box. ^_^

[Celticflower]

LOL! Sounds like we need a support group for us PA folks, or maybe an accountability group.....


How about a pack of sticky notes?? you can jot down something when it comes to mind and stick it to the computer so you don't forget (provided of course that you can find a pen ;) )


***exits singing " I'd put the blame on my poor brain, but I don't know where it went......" ***


Celtie

[wvmtnkid]

The problem would be actually taking the time to jot down what I needed to do instead of thinking "Well, I'll just write that down later." :D

Really, I am not that bad. I am a list person, I have lists all over the place! Now, keeping up with the lists is another issue....

[ChiRho]

Who needs a candle? Just pm me.

Pax Christi,

ChiRho

[wvmtnkid]

Hi Candlers-

When you have a moment, I think that our Silver Knight, along with AngelAmidala could use some prayer. It would be also good to add nyj as well. May God give them peace, patience and understanding and wrap their words and actions in love. :prayer:

[elanor]

Yes, I agree. I am pray for them, kid, and for CF as a whole. :prayer:

[cat has felt the light!]

just thought I'd drop by andsee how you're all doing, I was reminded of u guys by a friend yesterday plan9 :wave: and just thought I'd drop in and say hi,
God Bless ya,
C@ xx

[dsdumpling]

Hi Candlers-

When you have a moment, I think that our Silver Knight, along with AngelAmidala could use some prayer. It would be also good to add nyj as well. May God give them peace, patience and understanding and wrap their words and actions in love. :prayer:
:prayer:

[WesleyJohn]

Thanks for the prayers!

Cat...I understand that you recieved a message from me through my courier? What say thee? Accept or decline?

WJ

[bigsierra]

Thanks wvmtnkid, for inviting me to be an Honorary Member of the Order and for the Candle. :)

[elanor]

Okay, ya'll, here's Erwin's reply about the candles in the sigs:

Mmm... :) Quite a smart thing to do actually. LOL! Never thought of that! There are no rules against this, so I won't say no. :) I may prevent this by coding in the future (maybe) if this method defeats the purpose of having an Armor of God section, but in the meantime, I will allow it. I do suggest using a different candle though, as if everyone starts doing this, then there is no point having an Armor of God section. :)
Does anyone have a different candle people could use in their sigs?

[overnight]

http://www.geocities.com/dvorahchannah/anicandle.gif

http://www.geocities.com/dvorahchannah/anicandle.gif

oooo. pretty

Everybody sing This little light of mine I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine let it shine let it shine. ;)

If this were smaller it might work. Don't ask me why I'm sooooo much into animation lately but here I am posting something animated. Cute though.

[elanor]

Ooh, pretty, Overnight! :) But you're right; it's a little too tall. ;)


I see that Erwin has restocked the candles. There appear to be 50 more available in the armory.

[cat has felt the light!]

I accpted :D!!!!
hey :wave:
C@ xx

[Plan 9]

Greetings and salutations from Courier of the Silver Knight of the Candle, Cat Has Felt the Light!

The Silver Knight requests that you assume Honorary Membership in the Order of the Candle, to begin immediately upon your acceptance of such.

Your Obedient Servant and
Courier of the Silver Knight
~Plan 9



Resistance is futile.

[Plan 9]

I accpted :D!!!!
hey :wave:
C@ xx

http://sevenofnine.cherrytaco.com/Miscellanea/Emoticons/icon_welcome.gif http://sevenofnine.cherrytaco.com/Miscellanea/Emoticons/icon_bounce.gif http://sevenofnine.cherrytaco.com/Miscellanea/Emoticons/icon_grouphug.gif

That was sensible of you, Cat!
(Cat clearly comprehends the meaning of the phrase "Resistance is futile.")


By order of no one at all, the induction ceremony for Honorary Membership in the Order of the Candle hereby consists of being sruck repeatedly upon the head by a large red herring.


Hold still, please, Cat. Thank you

http://sevenofnine.cherrytaco.com/Miscellanea/Emoticons/icon_splat.gif


Congratulations, Cat Has Felt the Light!
If I may have everyone's attention, please. On behalf of the Sliver Knight, I now present to you Honorary Member of the Order of the Candle, Cat Has felt the Light! Please welcome her in the spirit in which the Order of the Candle was established.



Cat, should you wish, you may now eat the fish.

[WesleyJohn]

:D

By the way...I hereby appoint Plan9 the Official Courier of the Silver Knight!

/me stays away from the fish!

Go get those candles and invite folks who will uphold our high calling!! Go forth!!

(I'd help, but I've been a bit waylaid watching some jousts and gladiators in other parts of these lands!)

[wvmtnkid]

Welcome to all our new honorary members-Cat has felt the light and bigsierra! And welcome back to Plan 9. It's good to have you back in the the fold. :hug:

[Plan 9]

Welcome to all our new honorary members-Cat has felt the light and bigsierra!

Where is bigsierra? Has someone told him about the induction ceremony? If so, we may never get him here, so cut it out!

And welcome back to Plan 9. It's good to have you back in the the fold. :hug:

They always say that...at first. :eek:


Who needs candles, WestVa, and do you know of any CF members who will hold them for us?
I have a friend holding one, and I'm also holding another.

[Plan 9]

Greetings and salutations from Courier of the Silver Knight of the Candle, Lucaspa!

The Silver Knight requests that you assume your Membership in the Order of the Candle, beginning immediately upon your acceptance of this invitation.

Your Obedient Servant and
Courier of the Silver Knight
~Plan 9



Resistance is futile.

[cat has felt the light!]

:eek: *eats the fish* :yum: cat has felt the light loves fish, cos she's a cat and she can catch them herslef, anyways thanks again!!
C@ xx

[wvmtnkid]

Yes, bigsierra knows and he has posted his acceptance in this thread.

Thanks to ChiRho for the donation of his candle to the Order! :clap:

Planny, I think I still have a few names, let me look and see. I'll PM with any I still have.

[bigsierra]

Where is bigsierra? Has someone told him about the induction ceremony? If so, we may never get him here, so cut it out!

I had not heard about an induction ceremony. Are there fish involved? :eek:

[lucaspa]

Well Hi. I don't have to jump over any big, flaming candlesticks, do I?

I haven't gone thru all 37 pages. Did you ever decide on a theme verse? I've always been partial to the Golden Rule.

[dsdumpling]

I have two candles being held, let me know who needs them.

[wvmtnkid]

Ah geesh, I was a little slow on the induction ceremony thing this morning! :doh: Of course I didn't tell him! He wouldn't have joined then. The ceremony comes later......

Hi lucaspa! Welcome! Yes, we did decide on a verse. It is: Matthew 5:16 "Let your let so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." I don't think you have to jump over any flaming candlesticks, but apparently fish are involved in the induction ceremony.....;)

[dsdumpling]

You know..the flaming candlestick thing could be a good idea. ;)

[Kokopelli]

I agree on the flaming candle. :D

[elanor]

Well Hi. I don't have to jump over any big, flaming candlesticks, do I?

I haven't gone thru all 37 pages. Did you ever decide on a theme verse? I've always been partial to the Golden Rule.Hello lucaspa! :) Nope, no candlestick vaulting required here. :D

Here's the verse we selected:

Matthew 5:16

Do you need a candle?

[Piano Player]

I obtained another candle being held by someone if someone else needs it.

[overnight]

Would it be ok if I changed my tilte to- overnight of the order? Its kinda a play on words and not ment to be mean or darogatory towards our silver knight WJ. Peace

[Plan 9]

Would it be ok if I changed my tilte to- overnight of the order? Its kinda a play on words and not ment to be mean or darogatory towards our silver knight WJ. Peace

Overnight, you have my vote! I think your play on words is brilliant! :)

_____________

Folks, I regret to announce that I will have to be gone for some time due to a combination of ill-health and much work that has to be done this time of year in order for me to receive the state funded financial help and services I must have to survive.

Carry on, everyone, and God bless you all!

[cat has felt the light!]

could u guys check out my auction?? its just that well I was hopin to get a little more than that :( surely its worth more than 120 what do u think??? I was hoping to use those blessings to buy a better shield :(
C@ xx

[TCapp]

*peeks in*

:wave:

[Kokopelli]

could u guys check out my auction?? its just that well I was hopin to get a little more than that :( surely its worth more than 120 what do u think??? I was hoping to use those blessings to buy a better shield :(
C@ xx

How many do you need to buy the shield?

[cat has felt the light!]

sorry, its cool I got there in the end!!!
C@ xx
by the way thankyou :hug:

[Kokopelli]

Cool, glad you get it. :)

[overnight]

it seems the pst couple of days we have fallen apart. We must remeber that this thread is not just for candle buisness but a forum for us to lift each other up. So here is some uplifting from the overnight of the order. Up Up Up Up!


Now to the buisness I don't know if we are out of people to invite or if we want them but there are a couple of candle auctions going on right now. I can't hold one and don't know of anyone to invite. Remember peace, love, harmony. Now go light your candle.

Peace

[dsdumpling]

This little light of mine...I'm gonna let it shine....

[Kokopelli]

This little light of mine...I'm gonna let it shine....

That is a lot better song than what was suggested earlier. (sorry to whoever suggested it)

[wvmtnkid]

It's gloomy were I am today. I am glad to have all these candles (and candelers) brighten my day! :clap:

And I like your new title, overnight!

Hi TCapp! Good to see you peeking in! :wave:

[Kokopelli]

It's gloomy were I am today. I am glad to have all these candles (and candelers) brighten my day! :clap:

And I like your new title, overnight!

Hi TCapp! Good to see you peeking in! :wave:

Have nice candle to help brighten your day. :)

http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/12/12_5_2.gif


and feel free to use the link, courtesy of SmileyCentral. ^_^

[ClementofRome]

Prayer request:

An 18yo young man in our church is shipping off to Iraq tomorrow. His name is Jake. His mother is very nervous. They only recently started coming to our church and as it turns out none of the kids (15, 17, 18) have been baptized. We are headed down to the river this afternoon for a baptizing of all three teens. Pray that the Holy Spirit would permeate this event.

Pray for all of our troops...esp. Jake and he heads toward an unknown future, but with the grace of God in his heart.

[dsdumpling]

:prayer: Clement

[cat has felt the light!]

ok :prayer: :pray:
c@ xx

[overnight]

And I like your new title, overnight!


Thanks kid. I wanted to show that I was part of the order but I did not want it to be a bad joke at WJ (our silver knight) so I did use a little play on words but it is all in fun yet harmony;) .

[Celticflower]

Overnight--
Fun is good! :D And I like your new title too!
Can't think of anything to do with a Celticflower--but I guess I'd better stay well watered so my candle doesn't cause me to wilt (or worse :eek: ).

Celtie

[Kokopelli]

Overnight does have a nice title. Half tempted to reset mine... *hmmm* Order's official inhouse taffer... http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_1_107v.gif

[TheMainException]

Enough of us candelers with our lit candles and it's more like a huge fire lighting the way on either side of the path.

[wvmtnkid]

Thanks for the candle, our official inhouse taffer! Just as soon as I figure out how to put it in my sig, I will. I tried to copy our official candle, and I never did have any luck. I noticed others had the same problem, so I didn't feel as bad then! :)

Prayer's for Jake and the rest of his family, Clement.

Maybe celticflower could be the official gardner of the order......

[Kokopelli]

Which candle is the "official" candle, this one?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/Kokopilau/anicandle.gif

[Celticflower]

Maybe celticflower could be the official gardner of the order......

Ummmm, about the only plants I haven't killed yet are 2 shamrocks--one white one purple ^_^ .

Celtie

[Kokopelli]

Ummmm, about the only plants I haven't killed yet are 2 shamrocks--one white one purple ^_^ .

Celtie

You sound like my wife.. she'd kill a plastic plant. ^_^

[Celticflower]

You sound like my wife.. she'd kill a plastic plant. ^_^

I have never killed a plastic plant :eek: ! But then, I have never owned a plastic plant:P .

Celtie

[Kokopelli]

I have never killed a plastic plant :eek: ! But then, I have never owned a plastic plant:P .

Celtie

My wife owns a single plant. I have no idea what it is, but I do know that thing has seen death an lived to tell about it. ^_^

[cat has felt the light!]

there are loadsa candles on sale now :eek: but I can't hold em, if u find anyone who hasn't got one I'll gladly donate some blessings tho!!!
C@ xx

[Piano Player]

there are loadsa candles on sale now :eek: but I can't hold em, if u find anyone who hasn't got one I'll gladly donate some blessings tho!!!
C@ xx
What we need are new members! Go find someone that you believe is in the spirit of the order, and offer them your candle. (I have an extra being held by someone else if you need it) We can then get the candles at the auction.

[dsdumpling]

I have invited Ranter to join us. I have a candle for him if he does.

[overnight]

Which candle is the "official" candle, this one?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/Kokopilau/anicandle.gif
O boy there is the candle I posted :D . I like it its cute. But the candle in the armor section is our "official candle" at least it is the one everyone that is part of the order has.

[Kokopelli]

The available in the armor section is a lot smaller and holds more importance due to it's limited availability. Though I have been using the one I borrowed from the SmileyCentral utility for my sig. ^_^

[cat has felt the light!]

since we're in the business of lifting each others spirits I thought I'd share with u all the blessing that was bestowed on my family about 4 weeks ago!
I hope u like her, she's caled abby and she is a puppy chiuahaha, her mother is lady and although she looks like she's laughing, she takes her role of motherhood very very seriously. this miracle just reminds me all the time that God gave us our feet and hands and hearts to use for good,
all the best.
C@ xx

[Kokopelli]

That is a cute puppy. I remember when my wife and I were looking to "expand" our small family by adding a canine friend, one of the dogs we looked at was a Chihuahua. However, we settled on a shepherd-chow mix that turned out to be pretty good dog. Plus, he is very good with our daughter. :)

[dsdumpling]

Cat, she's precious! I love puppies.

[bigsierra]

Aww she's a cutie.

[Celticflower]

Cute puppy Cat!

Celtie

[bigsierra]

Cute puppy Cat!

Celtie

Sometimes I just have to think about things for a minute.

When I first read that, I thought "what is a puppy-cat?" :D

[cat has felt the light!]

lols.
I chose the name Abby (Abigail) because it means my fathers joy! I reckoned that God praises her very existence!!!
all the best,
C@ xx

[cat has felt the light!]

I didn't mean that, I meant he rejoices in her existence and thru her I find even more reason to praise!!!
C@ xx

[overnight]

Has anoyone seen our bold leader WJ lately? It seems he has not been here in awhile and I for one am beginning to worry.:confused: (wish there was a worried smiley). keep an eye out for him. On another note it is soooo good to see new faces around here but it would be good to see a fw old faces. Remember when your around CF and drop by WP send a a note to let us know your still around.

[dsdumpling]

I'm here!! *raises hand*

May God bless you all this day.

[Celticflower]

:wave:


Can you see me now??

Celtie
who can finally type in color!!

[AngelAmidala]

Has anoyone seen our bold leader WJ lately? It seems he has not been here in awhile and I for one am beginning to worry.:confused: (wish there was a worried smiley). keep an eye out for him. On another note it is soooo good to see new faces around here but it would be good to see a fw old faces. Remember when your around CF and drop by WP send a a note to let us know your still around.
WJ is taking some time for himself...offline. :)

He had 2 weeks...one week was something church related, the other was a family vacation type thing. :) So he should be back soon.

[Learnin'2-4Give]

Hello all,

I've been gone for awhile from CF --I had a "cookie" problem and couldn't sign in and, well, ....it's been awful being away and it looks like I've been missing out on getting "enlightened".

So, I apologize to all members of the sacred "Order of the Candle" for my tardiness in responding to the 'call of the wax', so to speak.

<<giggle, giggle>> I'm such a wick!

--Learnin'2-4Give

[wvmtnkid]

Welcome Learnin! I am so glad that you could finally join us! :wave:

[herev]

So, I apologize to all members of the sacred "Order of the Candle" for my tardiness in responding to the 'call of the wax', so to speak.

<<giggle, giggle>> I'm such a wick!

--Learnin'2-4Give
that's a riot, call of the wax--a new motto for ushttp://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/crazy/1148.gif

[dsdumpling]

:wave: Lernin' - let you light so shine!!

[bigsierra]

Hello Learnin :wave:

Welcome to the Order. That is too funny. I'm happy you heard the "call" :)

[herev]

Going out of town until sunday--see you all later!

God Bless

Listen for the call of the wax
and keep up the good wik
Tommy

[bigsierra]

Have a good trip Herev.

[Kokopelli]

Hey y'all, I sent an invite to my wife, Beeg411, to the Order. If she shows any interest in joining, I will give her my candle.

[WesleyJohn]

Has anoyone seen our bold leader WJ lately? It seems he has not been here in awhile and I for one am beginning to worry.:confused: (wish there was a worried smiley). keep an eye out for him. On another note it is soooo good to see new faces around here but it would be good to see a fw old faces. Remember when your around CF and drop by WP send a a note to let us know your still around.
I'm here, I'm here!

I have been on another quest! This quest involved leading 75 teenagers from my state in a wonderfully blessed "Teen Camp" experience where we explored what it meant to be part of "The Body." Following that quest, I went on another quest with my wonderful wife to go camping in Acadia National Park, climb high mountains, bike on carriage roads, and ride in a horsedrawn carriage at sunset.

Both quests were wonderful. It looks like all is well here in WP, and I'm busy catching up on things. Sorry to not let you all know that I was going away, but I didn't want to alert any wolves that the shepherd was on vacation... :D

Thanks for your prayers, even those that you offer now thanking God for His blessings on my quests.

Grace and Peace to you,

The Silver Knight of the Candle

[WesleyJohn]

And WELCOME to all the new candlers! It sure is bright in here! Let us let the love and the power of the Holy Spirit shine forth in all corners of ChristianForums.

Grace and Peace,

WJ

[dsdumpling]

WJ, glad you're back and that both quests were a success.

[wvmtnkid]

Glad to have you back WJ and also glad to hear you enjoyed your time away! :D

[herev]

I'm here, I'm here!

I have been on another quest! This quest involved leading 75 teenagers from my state in a wonderfully blessed "Teen Camp" experience where we explored what it meant to be part of "The Body." Following that quest, I went on another quest with my wonderful wife to go camping in Acadia National Park, climb high mountains, bike on carriage roads, and ride in a horsedrawn carriage at sunset.

Both quests were wonderful. It looks like all is well here in WP, and I'm busy catching up on things. Sorry to not let you all know that I was going away, but I didn't want to alert any wolves that the shepherd was on vacation... :D

Thanks for your prayers, even those that you offer now thanking God for His blessings on my quests.

Grace and Peace to you,

The Silver Knight of the Candle

HEEEEEEE'S BAAAAACK!
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YOU WERE MISSED!

[Celticflower]

HEEEEEEE'S BAAAAACK!
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YOU WERE MISSED!
I second this!

Celtie :hug:

[dsdumpling]

I've invited SandyLou to join our most prestigous order. I hope to hear from her soon. I have a candle and have 2 being held so I can give her one.

[SandyLou]

:wave: Hi everyone! :wave:

Dawn, thank you sooooo much for the invitation! I happily accept and will do everything I can to uphold the Order of the Candle

[dsdumpling]

SandyLou, welcome. You candle has been delivered all you have to do is equip it. :hug:

[WesleyJohn]

You guys are the best! :D

[SandyLou]

SandyLou, welcome. You candle has been delivered all you have to do is equip it. :hug:


:pink: thank you thank you thank you! :clap: I'm FIRED up!

--SandyLou

Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can. - John Wesley

[WesleyJohn]

Welcome new candler!

Go forth in light and love!

Grace and Peace,

The Silver Knight of the Candle

[macspetra]

Then, seek out Wesleyan/Methodist/Nazarene folk who aren't yet inducted...determine that they are worthy candidates for the high calling of the Order, and induct them!

HOw do yu determine that someone is worthy?
wvmtnkid invited me over, but I'm confused :confused: - so I'm just going to wander around aimlessly trying to figure out what I'm doing.

[WesleyJohn]

wvmtnkid must have thought that you were worthy, and that is enough for me! Can you uphold the high calling and ideals of the Order of the Candle? Can you spread light, love, unity, and the fire of the Holy Spirit throughout these parts? Then I say, "AYE," and welcome to our holy fellowship. If thou hast received a candle then do to equip it and shine forth. If not, please sayeth so, and one will be provided for thee.

Grace and Peace,

The Silver Knight of the Candle

[macspetra]

I haveth a candle, I will equipeth it soon. If I continue to post, do I need to speak in King James language or is NIV ok?

Oh yeah - the ideals - tall order to ask - sure!

[WesleyJohn]

NIV is just fine! :D

Grace and Peace,

WJ

[SandyLou]

Welcome macspetra! I was just inducted (thank you Dawn!) today also - - let's go forth and light the world!



"Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can." - - John Wesley


--SandyLou

[dsdumpling]

I haveth a candle, I will equipeth it soon. If I continue to post, do I need to speak in King James language or is NIV ok?

Oh yeah - the ideals - tall order to ask - sure!
Welcome :wave: Wow, two in one day :thumbsup:

[Celticflower]

What's with the sudden lisps :confused: . Spit out the gum the font right ;)

Celtie

[wvmtnkid]

HOw do yu determine that someone is worthy?

In reading some of your posts in the other forums I venture into, I thought you seemed like a worthy candidate! :thumbsup: Plus the UMC icon helped me some too! :D

Glad to see you have joined us! :clap: And welcome to Sandy Lou as well!!!! :wave:

[SandyLou]

And welcome to Sandy Lou as well!!!! :wave:

Thanks! I feel the Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors already!

--SandyLou

[macspetra]

Thanks for the welcome - but I think I need to say that I belong to a Free Methodist church -does that change anything?

[WesleyJohn]

Nope...Free Methodists ABSOLUTELY welcomed in the Order of the Candle. Along with Nazarenes, Wesleyans, UMC, and many other holiness groups...in addition, we have some honorary members of other parts of the Body of Christ which affirm our high ideals and have associated themselves with this Order.

Grace and Peace,

The Silver Knight

[macspetra]

Thank you kindly

[wvmtnkid]

Thanks for the welcome - but I think I need to say that I belong to a Free Methodist church -does that change anything?Well, if that's the case......


As WesleyJohn said, you are absolutely welcomed! :clap: Wesley's Parish is open to any denomination who claim John Wesley as a founder. (I hope I stated that correctly!) Acutally, there are many others who come in and fellowship with us and we are glad that they do. One of our biggest questions seems to be "What's the difference between United and Free Methodists?" I think we may need to set up some FAQ's and put that one in there!

On a different note, we have some candler's I haven't seen around for a bit. Maybe it's time for a roll call just to see how everyone is......

[herev]

On a different note, we have some candler's I haven't seen around for a bit. Maybe it's time for a roll call just to see how everyone is......
here and doing well

and welcome to macspetra!!!

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[SandyLou]

As WesleyJohn said, you are absolutely welcomed! :clap:
One of our biggest questions seems to be "What's the difference between United and Free Methodists?" I think we may need to set up some FAQ's and put that one in there!

...

hmmm. . . . interesting question. A partial history lesson from Websters-Dictionery.org talks about the origins of Wesley's churches in the US.
"The United Methodist Church was formed in 1968 as a result of a merger between the Evangelical United Brethren and the Methodist Church. The former church had resulted from mergers of several groups of German Methodist heritage.. . . . . .
In addition to the United Methodist Church, there are over 40 other denominations that descend from John Wesley's Methodist movement. Some, such as the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the Free Methodists and the Wesleyan Church (formerly Wesleyan Methodist), are explicitly Methodist. Others do not call themselves Methodist, but are related to varying degrees. The Salvation Army was founded by William Booth, a former Methodist. It derives some of its theology from Methodism. Another related denomination is the Church of the Nazarene. Some of the charismatic or pentecostal churches such as the Pentecostal Holiness Church and the Assemblies of God also have roots in or draw from Wesleyan thought.. . In Canada, the Methodist Church merged with the Presbyterian Church and a number of other groups to form the United Church of Canada.
Sooooo. . . apparently, the main difference is the name on the side of the building, although I found one reference by a Free Methodist claiming Frees stick more closely to Wesley's principles. As Wesley himself said in his sermon entitled The Catholic Spirit "But although a difference in opinions or modes of worship may prevent an entire external union, yet need it prevent our union in affection? Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may. Herein all the children of God may unite, notwithstanding these smaller differences. These remaining as they are, they may forward one another in love and in good works. "
:amen: :amen:

[Celticflower]

:hug: :hug: from Celtie
who loves feeling the love within this group!

[SandyLou]

:hug: Celtie :hug:



:cool: SandyLou :cool:

[overnight]

:wave: Even though I do drop in here from time to time I'm still around. I'm like a bad penny I just keep turningup.

[SandyLou]

:wave: Heeeeeeyy Overnight! You doing ok? :wave:
Someone once told me a bad penny was just as valuable as any other penny ;)

His hands & feet,
SandyLou

[overnight]

SAndyLou Who he he bad joke but it had to be done and it had to be done by someone who is very sleepy right. ;) (welcome by the way)

[WesleyJohn]

*Present*

[SandyLou]

SAndyLou Who he he bad joke but it had to be done and it had to be done by someone who is very sleepy right. ;) (welcome by the way)

:blush: busted :yawn:
but I've had coffee now. . . . good morning! ^_^

[wvmtnkid]

Awwww....:hug:'s overnight! You are certainly not a bad penny! You are one of those bright new shiny ones!!

[kelco]

Present and accounted for! :wave:

[Henaynei]

we have some candler's I haven't seen around for a bit. Maybe it's time for a roll call just to see how everyone is...... I am lurking, job, hurricane and forum responsibilities are keeping me some what busy ;)

[Christi]

Sorry for my all but absence, since I've been a candle-bearer. :(

To skip to the chase, I need lots of prayer and I need it quickly, and I don't want to talk about the details. If anyone is willing, just general prayers for protection will be appreciated.

Thank you all so much in advance.

Love In Him, C

[WesleyJohn]

:prayer:

Lord, please watch over and protect our sister. Please provide for her guidance, healing, direction, and reconciliation...whatever her need be. May you hold her in the palm of your hand and shape her more and more into your Image. May she sense your presence right now and may you pick up her burdens and carry them for her. We know that you alone are God and that you alone know what is right. We place our faith in you alone for all our needs. We ask this in the Name of Jesus the Christ. Amen.

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[Henaynei]

:prayer:

Lord, please watch over and protect our sister. Please provide for her guidance, healing, direction, and reconciliation...whatever her need be. May you hold her in the palm of your hand and shape her more and more into your Image. May she sense your presence right now and may you pick up her burdens and carry them for her. We know that you alone are God and that you alone know what is right. We place our faith in you alone for all our needs. We ask this in the Name of Jesus the Christ. Amen.

:prayer: Omeyn!:amen:

[SandyLou]

:groupray: Christi, we're standing with you and for you in prayer.
and ALL of God's Children said Amen

SandyLou

[alaurie]

...To skip to the chase, I need lots of prayer and I need it quickly, and I don't want to talk about the details. If anyone is willing, just general prayers for protection will be appreciated.

Thank you all so much in advance.

Love In Him, C

Father,

I pray for our dear friend, Christi. That you will surround her with your loving presence. Father, you know her spirit and her heart that overflows with love for you. I pray in the time that she needs your protection she will know that it surrounds her. Lord, I pray the words of Psalm 61 for Christi.

Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.
From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings.


Give her protection and comfort, Oh Lord. Help her feel our prayers and love. You promise us that when two or more are gathered in your name, you are with us also. We ask this in your name. Amen

[dsdumpling]

Christi :prayer: for your protection and guidance.

[overnight]

:hug:'s the sandy lou and the kid for making sure I knew I was not a bad penny. But yo gotta admitt I keep showing up.;)

To all candlers: I agree it has been some time since we have seen a few of you. Someone who has much more deication than me oght to put up the list of members again and have the dates of the last time they posted in WP. (definatly not a job for a member of the procrastinators club right):D

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[ClementofRome]

A word of praise and thanksgiving:

We are members of a small, rural UMC church. This past Sunday we had one infant baptism and 12 adults become members!!! Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Afterward we had a coverdish (yum) dinner and a carnaval on the grounds (gospel music, games for the kids, dunk the pastor tank!!!). What a great day God gave us for this blessed event.

Blessings to you all,
CofR

[Celticflower]

A word of praise and thanksgiving:

We are members of a small, rural UMC church. This past Sunday we had one infant baptism and 12 adults become members!!! Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Afterward we had a coverdish (yum) dinner and a carnaval on the grounds (gospel music, games for the kids, dunk the pastor tank!!!). What a great day God gave us for this blessed event.

Blessings to you all,
CofRIt certainly sounds like it was a great day! And fun too!

:hug:
Celtie

[WesleyJohn]

Just checking to say hello! Hope everyone is doing well!

My laptop is going downhill (It occasionally won't boot up!) so I had to order a new one. It came today, so I'm busy transferring files and setting and such.

What a pain!

(But the new laptop's nice...I finally have a CD Burner!)

WJ

[dsdumpling]

WJ, you go with you high technology!!

[overnight]

technology and I generally do not get along. ;) Congrats on the new comp WJ. I just wish I had a laptop. Well someday maybe. Anyway I was just wondering if there was a sount on how mayn of the candles the order is in possesion of. (out of the total number of candles). thanks

[SandyLou]

(But the new laptop's nice...I finally have a CD Burner!)

WJ


:clap: *giggle* I have one too. . . .I just don't know what to do with it. :scratch: Techie minded I'm not! :sigh:

[Kokopelli]

(But the new laptop's nice...I finally have a CD Burner!)

WJ

Ok, if I did not ask the question, I wouldn't be the "resident taffer." :D

Are you secretly admitting to us that you are going to start sporting an eyepatch now that you have the CD-Burner? http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/10/10_1_10.gif

Ok, enough messing around. What kind of laptop did you get? I have been shopping around for one to use for school. Just undecided between the Dell and Vaio.

[Kokopelli]

@SandyLou

I primarily use my CD-RW to burn music CDs of the music I collect off ITunes and the powerpoint presentations I use for classes. What I need to do, is take the time the back up all of my textbooks, (they're in .pdf files) and add ons that I use for games, etc.

[Candle]

Steward of the Candle here, checking in for roll call! (Wonders where those warm rolls are...)

[SandyLou]

~*~gulp~*~http://www.anchoredbygrace.com/smileys/food31.gif

want half my sandwich? :blush:

[macspetra]

Ok, if I did not ask the question, I wouldn't be the "resident taffer." :D

Are you secretly admitting to us that you are going to start sporting an eyepatch now that you have the CD-Burner?
Its not illegal to download music in Canada - is it okay for a Christian to do it then? ;)
Just asking.

[WesleyJohn]

I would think that Copyright music is protected by international copyright.

In answer to the question, no...I am not joining the ranks of the pirates. I am, however, going to probably create some mix CDs for the car (from the music that I already own), and may purchase some digital tracks or albums from time to time.

I purchased a Dell. I tend to find that they are one of the best values for the money, as long as you don't need to call tech support!

Grace and Peace,

WJ

[Kokopelli]

I have several CDs made of music purchased off iTunes. I am even starting a small collection of Christian music to eventually put into a CD.

I have heard a lot of good things about Dells. But their tech support is outsourced overseas, so it is my understanding that it is something to be desired.

[WesleyJohn]

What is iTune's pricing structure?

I like the computer, but you're right about tech support. It often does leave much to be desired.

One of the other things I will be able to do with the CD burner is digital photos. I'm our District (state) Youth President in the denomination, and I often take pictures at our youth events. It will be nice to be able to burn those to a CD and give them to the event directors or some of the students.

Grace and Peace,

WJ

PS. Does any of this have anything to do with candles???

[overnight]

PS. Does any of this have anything to do with candles???
Sue it does WJ you are talking about burning after all :D .

[Kokopelli]

The pricing structure varies for iTunes. The songs are $0.99/piece with full cds ranging between $9.99 - $15.00. The higher prices are usually for the newer CDs that require each song to be purchased seperately. The good this with this, is that it allows you to preview a good minute of the song to determine whether you wish to purchase it.

and to answer your last question, overnight does have a valid point. :D

[SandyLou]

One of the other things I will be able to do with the CD burner is digital photos. I'm our District (state) Youth President in the denomination, and I often take pictures at our youth events. It will be nice to be able to burn those to a CD and give them to the event directors or some of the students.

Grace and Peace,

WJ

PS. Does any of this have anything to do with candles???

What an awesome idea! I do that often with the kids I mentor - :doh: - never thought of burning a cd of the photos. I usually make extra prints.
Thanks WJ - and YES! sharing is ALWAYS a part of spreading God's (candle) light! :clap:

--SandyLou

[alaurie]

Taking a CF break before my poor little sputtering candle flame is completely extinguished. :( Would like to keep it - and hopefully return with it refreshed and shining brightly, if that's kosher?

Will still be around to check PMs :)

[overnight]

Taking a CF break before my poor little sputtering candle flame is completely extinguished. :( Would like to keep it - and hopefully return with it refreshed and shining brightly, if that's kosher?

Will still be around to check PMs :)
Revival is very important and I will pray for you during your away time. We hope that you coome back shinning brighly as ever. :prayer: Revial in Allye

[WesleyJohn]

:prayer: for Allye!

[wvmtnkid]

:hug:'s and :prayer:'s Allye! Come back to us when you can!

[wvmtnkid]

Hi candlers! Just stopping by to see if everyone's lights are buring brightly today! :cool:

PS-Anyone heard from Sandy Lou? I am wondering how she survived the hurricane....

[SandyLou]

PS-Anyone heard from Sandy Lou? I am wondering how she survived the hurricane....


So far so good! My sis had TWO pines fall on top of her home, crunching in the roof (right over the teen daughters' rooms! :cry: yuck!). .. I found the windows aren't sealed against 95mph rain ^_^ . . . . and that my office bldg roof leaks. Discovery time! I was without power for 23.5 hrs but some folks are STILL w/out power today! I am sooooo blessed!

No one is removing the boards from their windows - after all, Ivan's on his way. Can we go for the eyes of THREE storms in one year cut thru?? A new record! WoooooHOOOOO!

--SandyLou

[seeking.IAM]

Greetings, all! I was sent a candle by wvmtnkid and invited to join the order. It's nice to be here!

seeking.IAM

[Celticflower]

Candles are back in stock. Anybody need one??

[kelco]

Hi seeking.IAM!:wave: Welcome! Glad you decided to join us!


Kelly

[ClementofRome]

seeking.I AM

WELCOME to the order...from one PK to another! :)

[dsdumpling]

Greetings, all! I was sent a candle by wvmtnkid and invited to join the order. It's nice to be here!

seeking.IAM
Welcome!! :clap:

[ClementofRome]

Why is my candle gone? Can anyone help me? I just looked up and it was not there??? Weird.

[SandyLou]

Greetings, all! I was sent a candle by wvmtnkid and invited to join the order. It's nice to be here!

seeking.IAM


http://www.anchoredbygrace.com/smileys/icon_welcome.gif Hi seeking.IAM! Sooo glad you're here

His hands & feet,
SandyLou

[WiredSpirit]

Any ideas on how to show love in the political forums? :)