Whose House We Are

The history of St. Clements Church in El Paso, Texas, chronicles the sacred movement of God through generations of people who have powerfully experienced His presence. Follow this churchs story from humble beginnings in a dusty western outpost over a century ago, through decades of extraordinary growth and great social upheaval, to the renewal of the 1970s and the groundbreaking separation of the Episcopal and Anglican churches in North America. The Lord faithfully led this once small, insignificant group of believers to become one of the most dynamic Anglican churches in the country today, with broad missionary outreach and inner-city neighborhood ministries. The story of St. Clements is told through historical records and the testimonies of men and women, ministers and lay people, civic leaders and humble workers, and writers and musicians who served through many decades, all empowered by Gods Holy Spirit.

Written from the perspective of a shepherd, Whose House Is This? deals with God’s plan for his people versus the ideologies of twenty-first-century man. The thoughts contained within are a result of prayerfully studying God’s Word for over forty-five years. Casting aside denominational as well as personal beliefs and views, Whose House Is This? is a straightforward approach to get the people of God to return to the biblical teachings entrusted to us through those chosen by God to give us his Word. The prophet Isaiah reminds us that the Word is timeless—never becoming old or irrelevant. Isaiah 40:8 says, “The grass withered, the flower faded: but the Word of God shall stand forever.”

Everyone wants a home that is beautiful and clutter free. But most of us are unsure how to get there without breaking the bank. Popular interior designer Shannon Acheson takes the guesswork out of creating a lovely home. Home Made Lovely is a mind-set: decorating should be about those who live there, rather than making your home into a magazine-worthy spread. Shannon walks you through how to · decorate in a way that suits your family's real life · declutter in seven simple steps · perform a house blessing to dedicate your home to God · be thankful for your current home and what you already have · brush up on hospitality with more than 20 actionable ideas that will make anyone feel welcome and loved in your home In Home Made Lovely, Shannon meets you right where you are on your home-decorating journey, helping you share the peace of Christ with family members and guests.

The stroy of St. Clement's is told through historical records and the testimonies of its congregration.