OSL Australia is happy to promote the recent publication of a book of recollections of Canon Jim Glennon, known and loved by many within OSL world-wide. Details of how to purchase the book are included below, together with an introductory comment on the book...
"Healing as a ministry was central to Jesus Christ but, sadly, on the periphery of what the Church is about today. Jim Glennon’s discovery of its significance is the concern of this book as it studies the remarkable life of a pioneer in the practice of healing." - Lord Carey of Clifton, Former Archbishop of Canterbury.
Title: A Healing Ministry: My Recollections of Canon Jim Glennon
Author: Eavis, Sid
About the author: Sid Eavis was born in England and worked as an engineer. He and his family emigrated to Australia in 1970. In 1987 his wife, Jenny, was diagnosed with cancer and not given much hope by the medical profession. Introduced to Jim Glennon - first through his books and then at St Andrew's Cathedral, Sydney - Jenny was healed. The couple became part of the Healing Ministry team themselves, with a special ministry to cancer sufferers and their carers. Both studied at MooreTheologicalCollege and are lay readers in the Diocese of Sydney, Australia. They were close friends with Jim Glennon until he passed away in 2005. Sid and Jenny live in Balgowlah, Sydney and have four children and five grandchildren. - Publisher.
The 2008 Triennial Conference in Western Australia - September 15 -19 is fast approaching. The venue is "Redemptorist Monastery" in North Perth and to download the conference outline and application form click here.
Recently a famed Heart Surgeon stunned a gathering of his peers by stating that a patient of his had been raised from the dead with prayer. For the full story click here. The Surgeon concerned is Dr. Chauncey. W. Crandall M.D., F.A.C.C. - Cardiology. Dr. Crandall's scientific research has been published in several medical journals which include: The Journal of the American College of Cardiology; Circulation; The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation; and The European Heart Journal. Dr. Crandall has received substantial monetary grants for research projects, conducted numerous research studies and has been site investigator on various clinical trials. To view more of his creditials and current area of work click on the following link toPalm Beach Cardiovascular Clinic and then click on 'meet our physicians' to view his bio.
In 2007 an Australian contingent of OSL members attended the OSL International Conference in the UK. Members were inspired and challenged by a variety of speakers, including Australia's own Rev'd. Dr. Harold Taylor (Author of Sent to Heal) who presented a very thought provoking discussion on 'Responding to Alternative Healing Therapies and The New Age'. In Novmeber 2007 the Mitchell River Chapter in Bairnsdale, Victoria, hosted a full day seminar on this topic. Dr. Taylor facilitated the seminar which was recorded. Enqiries about purchasing copies of the audio recording of the seminar can be directed to the Convenor of Mitchell River Chapter, Allen Moore.
Other speakers at the UK conference gave equally challenging and inspiring presentations and copies of all presentations are available on DVD or video at a cost of $5 per copy plus packaging and postage. Copies can be ordered by contacting the National Secretary.
The registration of the 'trading name' recently voted on by OSL members has struck a hurdle with the relevant Victorian authority - the National Secretary is now pursuing Plan B and exploring registration of a 'trade mark' which will include the OSL's legal name, logo and short name as voted on. Plan B will be more lengthy than the original plan and in the meantime Chapters/Members are asked not to use the proposed short name as voted on and should continue to use the existing letterheads and full legal name of The Order of St. Luke the Physician in Australia
Other changes to how the Order presents itself have proceeded without hiccup, ie the Warden is now to be known as 'National Chaplain'; hence Warden Elect is now known as the 'National Chaplain Elect'. Senior State Chaplain's are simply to be known as 'State Chaplain's'. OSL Australia also now has a National Lay Chaplain, which is of course the much loved Jean Coates, who has already been 'on-tour' visitng loan members in many parts of Australia
A new category of membership has been established in Australia, namely State Life Member and the National Secretary will advise how/when a person may be nominated for such. A further significant change has also occurred in that in the future those wishing to be associated with the Order, but not make the committment to Membership, will not need to participate in a Service of Admission and will simply be asked to make assent to the 'Statement of Faith and Charter of the Order' and pay an annual subscription. They will of course be able to become Members at a later date if they so wish.
Ms Julie Waters has now commenced duties as resident Manager/Host at the OSL's "Allansfield" retreat on Philip Island in Victoria, after extensive work and interviews were conducted by the "Allansfield" Committee. Julie was officially Commissioned at a ceremony at Cowes Baptist Church on 28th July 2007. The "Allansfield" Commitee, National Board and new host, Julie Waters, are all keen to see people make use of this wonderful facility. In addition to phone enquiries, booking enquiries can now be made by emailing "Allansfield"
Is Medical Science considering 'Prayer' as a valid form of 'treatment'? There have been some interesting discussions amongst the medical fraternity of late and for those interested in engaging with medical professionals about the subject of prayer etc., the following links to a Supplement of the Medical Journal of Australia may be of interest
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