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Word Made Flesh is a contemplative community. One of the ways that we contemplate what God is doing in the world and in our lives is through the reflection articles that we write. We invite you to read, learn, and celebrate with us.

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The Cry for Submission: Letter from the Editor by Emily Fales

Submission is a word that provokes significant discomfort for me. When I first saw that this was one of our lifestyle celebrations, ...

What do we mean by 'Holistic Ministry?'

May 6, 2009

WMF “Position Papers” do not necessarily represent the opinions of the entire WMF community, but seek to articulate alternative positions on issues of mission and spirituality. The starting points for these papers are the WMF identity statements and WMF’s commitment to living out these principles in daily life and ministry. By Rob O’Callaghan, former WMF…

The Cry Vol 11 No 2

May 6, 2009

What do we mean by ‘The Kingdom of God?’ David Chronic In recent years Christians have become increasingly familiar with the phrase “kingdom of God”, but because its definition is rarely articulated, we do not always know what it means. Many equate “the kingdom of God” with an ethereal heaven for disembodied souls in the…

May Prayer Letter

May 1, 2009

May 2009   This morning we gathered around a big red rug for weekly prayer.  Chris guided us through Ezekiel 37:1-14 and asked us to reflect on what imagery stood out to us from the scripture and why we were struck by it. “And I will lay sinews upon you, and will cause flesh to…

Fast Day Prayer – May 1

May 1, 2009

Today’s fast day falls within the season of Easter (Eastertide). Eastertide Prayer of Praise & Easter Virtues Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. In His great mercy He has given us a new birth to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and to an…

May 2009

May 1, 2009

May 2009 Dear Friends and Family, I write this letter at the close of my first twelve months as Word Made Flesh staff in Romania. Thank you for allowing me to be here; I have learned and grown much as I have entered more deeply into relationship with the children who come daily to our…

May 2009

May 1, 2009

Dear friends, As you enjoy the beginnings of Spring, the dry, cool autumn air is rolling into Bolivia. Suti Sana has been going strong for 2 months now.  Luisa, Ana, Andrea, Diedad and Delia are experiencing freedom for the first time in their lives!  “You mean I can talk to God anytime I want, wherever…

May 2009 Prayer Letter

May 1, 2009

Dear Friends, I got married! Sorry, I just had to say that right up front. But seriously, thank you so much for your prayers for Ana and I these past few months. Our wedding and reception were both better than either of us could have imagined. The children and our fellow workers were all able…

The Cry Vol 15 No 1.1

April 30, 2009

Celebration of Service By Brent Anderson. Brent has served with WMF since 1996 and has become a sort of pillar for WMF. Now Brent feels the Lord leading him to leave his role as the International Associate Director of Administration. In March, Brent entered a time of Sabbatical to discern where God is leading him…

Introducing Liz Ivkovich

April 29, 2009

We joyfully welcome Liz Ivkovich into the role of International Associate Director of Administration. Here she briefly introduces herself and her vision for administration. Dear Friends of Word Made Flesh, I like to say that I grew up with Word Made Flesh. I’ve been reading The Cry since I was 12, and while I loved…

Donate $1 to WMF just by visiting Catalyst website

April 28, 2009

We have a great opportunity for you to give to WMF, just by filling out a form! Catalyst Conference is will donate $1 to Word Made Flesh on your behalf when you enter their giveaway for a free Flip Camcorder. Just go here to sign up for the giveaway. Just be sure to choose Word…