Bishop Guernsey's sermon from the Synod 2013 Morning Prayer Service.

Scripture: Luke 10:2, Inspiring testimonies from L10-2 Church Planters of the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic at Synod 2013.

The Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic is considering a proposal for percentage askings in the diocese. Bishop Guernsey outlines the proposal to the Synod 2013 gathering, requesting the local congregations to reflect and discuss the proposal in the coming year.

The Rev. David Hanke, rector of Restoration Anglican Church (Arlington, VA) reports on his experiences while attending GAFCON 2013 in Nairobi, Kenya, as a representative of the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic.

Heaven, Hell and Universalism with the Rev. Gerald McDermott. Is there an eternal hell? Or is heaven the destiny for all? This session will examine the history—and growing popularity—of the false doctrine of universal salvation, scrutinizing it biblically and theologically, and showing how damaging it is to mission.

The Diocese has adopted a new policy for the protection of children, which must be implemented in the coming year. This workshop will help clergy and lay leaders understand the importance of this policy and the steps that you’ll need to take to put it into practice and safeguard our children.

The Rev. Jack Grubbs, chair of the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic Ordination Committee, reports on the details of how the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic is approaching the ordination process.

Synod 2013 Opening Eucharist Sermon by the Rev. David Drake, Rector, Church of the Resurrection, Lutherville, MD.

Why is group intercessory prayer so important and how is it different than other forms of prayer?

What are some of the personal and corporate challenges for the intercessor? How do we overcome those challenges for the glory of God?