The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Click here for more…
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Now that the 40 days of Lent are over and we are in the 50 days of Easter, I find my heart reflecting upon the profound words of Elizabeth Hamilton that seem to succinctly characterize my journey over the past two years: “Your life has been one long lent.” She wrote these words against a backdrop of persistent illness and pain. Elizabeth Hamilton‘s words have served as a poignant reminder of the trials and unexpected challenges in searching for God’s provision in the wilderness that is my life in recent years – especially when life has also seemed like one long lent.
So my life that has been one long lent has included two possible cancer situations within two years. But through it all, I held onto hope in God. Two years ago, a crucial head and neck MRI ruled out malignancy in an area of concern from my neurologist. And more uncertainty just a few months ago. A seemingly innocuous tickle in my throat which I had ignored. But during a routine dental appointment, my dentist expressed grave concerns about my vocal cords. This unexpected turn of events turned into a visit to the Ear, Nose and Throat doctor and an immediate biopsy of my throat. Thankfully, the biopsy returned benign. I could not help but question what the Lord was doing (or anything, if I’m being honest) in these last few years of my life.
Even in these times when life has been one long lent, it is possible to find hope, and renewed strength in the promise of the resurrection. As we celebrate the joyous and transformative season of Easter, I am reminded of the unparalleled power and eternal hope that our risen Lord brings into our lives.
When life feels like a never-ending lenten journey, it is only the God who conquered death and the grave that can bring resurrection life into our circumstances. It is true – as with a lot of things in life – we can’t have one without the other. I prefer the light and life of resurrection over the wilderness of lent. But how else will we know the full reliance of God for all of our needs without first being in the wilderness?
I even find myself reminding the Lord that I only packed for 40 days in the wilderness. Does He really know what He is doing with my life? Of course He does. I just have to remind myself of that in those times when I think that my life has been one long lent.
So as we rejoice in the triumphant victory of Easter and the transformative power of the risen Lord, may we hold fast to the hope and promise that He brings to our darkest of nights. The Lord is here to fill our lives with resurrection power! Let us hold fast to the joy and hope that the empty tomb offers us all.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Bishop Jack Lumanog named to the House of Bishops of the African Episcopal Church, joining in ministry with brothers and sisters committed to Afrocentric culture, diversity, unity, and worship expression.
In a momentous announcement that signals a new era of leadership and collaboration, Bishop Jack Lumanog has been named to the House of Bishops of the African Episcopal Church. This appointment not only recognizes Bishop Lumanog’s leadership but also signifies a natural partnership with Archbishop Darel Chase, his chief consecrator to the episcopate in 2019.
The African Episcopal Church, as part of the one holy catholic and apostolic church, embraces diversity and unity in its leadership. Bishop Lumanog’s appointment to the House of Bishops exemplifies this commitment to inclusivity, as his unique background and experiences contribute to the rich tapestry of voices within the African Episcopal Church.
The partnership between Bishop Lumanog and Archbishop Darel Chase is one rooted in mutual respect, shared values, and a shared vision for the Church. Archbishop Chase’s guidance and mentorship have been instrumental in shaping Bishop Lumanog’s ministry, equipping him with the tools and wisdom needed to assume this new leadership role. Together, they embody the spirit of collaboration and unity that lies at the heart of our Church community.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
As I write this, my heart is filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and nostalgia. The 2023 Homecoming Convocation, held at our beloved alma mater, was not merely an event but a profound experience for me that has left an indelible mark in my heart. It was a privilege and honor to preside over this momentous occasion, marking my last official act as the President of the Alumni Board of Directors for the Alumni Association.
Cornell College holds a special place in my heart. It was here that I discovered my passion, nurtured my talents, and forged lifelong friendships. The spirit of Cornell – its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and personal growth – has shaped me into the person I am today. Serving as the President of the Alumni Board of Directors has been a tremendous responsibility, but it has also been a labor of love. It has allowed me to give back to an institution that has given me so much and to connect with fellow alumni who share my deep affection for Cornell.
The Homecoming Convocation was a celebration of our shared heritage and the enduring values that define us as Cornellians. It was a joyous occasion filled with laughter, tears, and moments of profound reflection. Seeing familiar faces from years gone by and meeting the next generation of Cornellians filled me with hope and optimism for the future.
As I presided over the Convocation, I was reminded of the words of our alma mater:
“When from thee we’re far away, tears of mem’ry dim our eyes, as loved scenes before them rise, then we’ll sing and then we’ll say: Cornell greater be thy name.”
“Cornell, Greater Be Thy name” Jennie Francis Cook (Class of 1910) and T. Stanley Skinner
“When from thee we’re far away, tears of mem’ry dim our eyes, as loved scenes before them rise, then we’ll sing and then we’ll say: Cornell greater be thy name.” – “Cornell, Greater Be Thy name” Jennie Francis Cook (Class of 1910) and T. Stanley Skinner
In today’s fast-paced and often chaotic world, our beloved Hilltop remains a sanctuary of learning and enlightenment. It is a place where students are encouraged to question, explore, and grow, and where alumni are inspired to make a difference in their communities and beyond.
While my tenure as the President of the Alumni Board of Directors may be coming to an end, my commitment to Cornell College and its mission remains unwavering. I am excited to see where the next chapter of the Alumni Association’s journey will take us and look forward to supporting its future endeavors as a proud member of the Cornell community.
In closing, I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who made the 2023 Homecoming Convocation a resounding success. To President Jonathan Brand, our amazing Alumni Office, Alumni Board colleagues, organizers, volunteers and attendees – thank you for your passion, dedication, and love for Cornell College. As I step down from my role as President of the Alumni Board of Directors, I do so with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit renewed by the enduring legacy of our alma mater.
Until we meet again on the Hilltop,
Jack Lumanog ’96
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Recently, I had the distinct honor and privilege of serving as a featured speaker for the 165th Commencement ceremony at my beloved alma mater, Cornell College. To stand once again on the Hilltop, where my journey in faith and learning began, was both humbling and exhilarating.
Cornell College holds a special place in my heart. It was here that I not only received a world-class education but also discovered my calling and purpose in life. The lessons learned, friendships forged, and experiences gained during my time at Cornell have shaped me into the person I am today. Returning to share my insights and wisdom with the graduating class is something that I will cherish forever.
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to President Jonathan Brand, faculty and staff of Cornell College for inviting me to be a part of this great day. I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to the institution that has given me so much.
To the Class of 2023, congratulations on your remarkable achievement! As you embark on this new journey, remember to stay true to yourselves, embrace life’s challenges with courage and grace, and never stop learning and growing. The world is full of endless possibilities, and I have no doubt that each of you will go on to achieve great things.
May you always have faith in yourselves, trust in your abilities, and believe in the power of your dreams.
God bless you all, and once again, thank you, Cornell College, for the memories, the lessons and the opportunity to come home to the Hilltop.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
My family and I laid my Father to rest on Friday. I am grateful for the prayers that sustained me through two trips back and forth to New Jersey to be with family and then to preside and preach at Dad’s Funeral Mass at his Catholic parish in Bayonne.
Dad was a man of quiet faith and tremendous vision. God was glorified and Dad’s faith was honored on Friday. My family was blessed by so many who came from all over to pay their respects. After the Mass, one after another came up to me to express their gratitude for his life about how Dad helped them get on their feet after they came to America. His generosity was godly and supernatural.
The last two weeks have been a blur and I have been miraculously showing up where I have needed to be thanks to the prayers and support of family and friends! I have faith in God and His providence — and yet, I am still a son who had hoped for more time with his Dad.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I. “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola where he oversees clergy and congregations in the United States, South Asia, Africa and South East Asia. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Bishop Lumanog is the first person of color to serve as President of the Alumni Association at Cornell College since its establishment in 1873 and helps lead in engagement with 17,000 graduates of the college around the world.
Bishop Lumanog delivering one of the featured addresses at the 164th Commencement ceremony at Cornell College on May 8, 2022. Dr. Jack Lumanog with President Jonathan Brand, the 15th president of Cornell College.Bishop Jack Lumanog is a proud 1996 graduate of Cornell College.
As part of his term as President of the Cornell College Alumni Association, Bishop Jack Lumanog also serves as an ex officio member of the Cornell College Board of Trustees. The Bishop is tasked with creating greater engagement with the 17,000 alumni as well as for current students as a Trustee member of the Student Experience Policy Committee.
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of Cornell College which formulates policies governing the operation of the College that are necessary to carry out the College’s mission—its educational programs, its financial affairs, the physical plant, and the quality of student life. The Bishop is a proud 1996 graduate of Cornell College, which was founded in 1853 in Mount Vernon, Iowa.
from left to right: Bishop Chaun Johnson, Bishop Jack Lumanog, Archbishop Darel Chase, Bishop Corey Jenkins and Bishop Charles E. Mitchell, Sr.
20 November 2021 — Bishop Jack Lumanog was in Louisville, KY for the Abyssinian Apostolic Church Convocation and served as co-consecrator for Bishop Chaun Johnson and regularized the orders for Bishop Charles E. Mitchell Sr.
Chief Consecrator was Archbishop Darel Chase and co-consecrators were Bishop Lumanog and Bishop Corey Jenkins.
Bishop Lumanog was consecrated on 27 April 2019 according to the ordination rite from The Book of Common Prayer 1928 by the laying on of hands from bishops in the historic apostolic succession.
What Is Apostolic Succession?
Apostolic Succession means that bishops are the successors to the apostles and that their authority is derived from the apostles by an unbroken succession in the ministry. This authority is specifically derived through the laying on of hands for the ordination of bishops in lineal sequence from the apostles, through their performing the ministry of the apostles, and through their succession in episcopal sees traced back to the time of the first apostles of Jesus Christ.
The apostolic succession is continued in the bishops of the Anglican Church, who seek to “carry on the apostolic work of leading, supervising, and uniting the Church” (The Book of Common Prayer 1979, p. 510).
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog with Jonathan Brand, President of Cornell College
(Mount Vernon, Iowa) — At the October 2021 Homecoming meeting, Bishop Jack Lumanog was officially named as President of the Cornell College Alumni Association Board of Directors. As President, Bishop Lumanog will serve the 17,000 alumni of Cornell College and as an ex officio member of the Board of Trustees.
The Bishop is a proud 1996 graduate of Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa and is also the first person of color named to the position of President of the Alumni Association since its establishment in 1873.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
I am pleased to announce the opening of the first mission station in Nigeria which will be led by The Rev. A. Lotechukwu Nathaniel as he establishes Church of the Holy Redeemer in Lagos, Nigeria!
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog presided at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon A. Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. The service took place at The Anglican Church of the Messiah in Plainfield, New Jersey on Pentecost Sunday, 23 May 2021.
Congratulations and blessings to Archdeacon Uzomechina on this appointment in assisting Bishop Lumanog with the expansion of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola “to the greater glory of God!”
Bishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog presides at the installation of The Venerable Dr. Gideon Uzomechina as Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius LoyolaBishop Jack Lumanog and Archdeacon Gideon Uzomechina
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog offers this remembrance for Memorial Day:
Bishop Jack Lumanog leading a remembrance service at Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery
A Prayer for Heroic Service O Judge of the nations, we remember before you with grateful hearts the men and women of our country who in the day of decision ventured much for the liberties we now enjoy. Grant that we may not rest until all the people of this land share the benefits of true freedom and gladly accept its disciplines. This we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. – The Book of Common Prayer 1979, p. 839
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Dr. Jack Lumanog inducted into the martial arts Hall of Fame for the World Tang Soo Do General Federation in Seoul, Korea.Dr. Jack Lumanog inducted into the martial arts Hall of Fame for the World Tang Soo Do General Federation in Seoul, Korea.
The World Tang Soo Do General Federation in Seoul, Korea has announced that Dr. Jack Lumanog is being inducted into their martial arts Hall of Fame. Dr. Lumanog is being honored by the federation Grandmasters in Korea for his contributions to the sport along with martial artists in Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan from all over the world. Here is a complete list of 2021 inductees into the World Tang Soo Do General Federation Hall of Fame:
From 1986-present, Dr. Lumanog has had the honor of training under these Master Instructors and Grandmasters in Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan and Tae Kwon Do:
– Grandmaster Herb Perez and Master Kevin Padilla in Hoboken NJ – Grandmaster Yong Chin Pak at Iowa State University – Grandmaster William Thornton in Kansas City – Grandmaster Pil-Woong Chung in East Lansing MI – Masters Peter Chase and Brigid Chase along with Masters Bridey Chase, Hope Chase and Elizabeth Chase in Pittsburgh PA – Chief Grandmaster Tong Mun Kim, Grandmaster Tong Hwan Kim and Grandmaster Sung Su Kim in Atlanta GA
On this Maundy Thursday, I joined with The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel clergy (where I am an Associate Member and serve as the Chairman of the Raising Up New Leaders and Oratories working group) from the United States, Cayman Islands, India, Brazil and Africa, crossing 7 time zones via Zoom for the renewal of Ordination Vows and the Oratorians’ Rule of Life.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog is president-elect of the Cornell College Alumni Association Board of Directors and the first person of color named to this position since its establishment in 1873.
Jack Lumanog is president-elect of the Cornell College Alumni Association Board of Directors and the first person of color named to this position since its establishment in 1873.
In April 2019, Jack was ordained a bishop in the Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. The diocese, headquartered in Atlanta, seeks “to raise up multicultural churches that are firmly rooted in the Anglican tradition and fully alive to the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Previously Jack was chief operating officer of the Anglican Church in North America, responsible for overseeing 1,050 congregations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. He also served as corporate secretary and trustee of the Anglican Relief and Development Fund-US, the giving arm of the Anglican Church. The Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola is part of Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and is unrelated to the Anglican Church in North America.
Jack is a lieutenant colonel and volunteer chaplain in U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol. He has had a number of leadership roles here, including serving as special assistant to the national chief of chaplains. He was honored on separate occasions as chaplain of the year by the Kansas and Great Lakes regions of the organization.
He is a lifelong martial artist with a 4th degree master black belt and has won several titles in competitions sponsored by the North American Sport Karate Association.
He holds a master of divinity degree from St. Paul Theological Seminary and a doctorate in counseling and administration from Andersonville Theological Seminary.
A native of Hoboken, N.J., Jack majored in religion at Cornell, with minors in theater and communications, music, psychology, and education. He worked on KRNL and was a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. “My religion degree shaped me into the theologian I am today,” Jack wrote. “Ebersole Student Health Clinic saved my life as I struggled with depression. The treatment I received there established a pattern of metal wellness I carry to this day.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog among other Asian pastors and leaders as part of the National Rally of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Lives and Dignity (photo credit: Arvin Temkar)Bishop Jack Lumanog among other Asian pastors and leaders as part of the National Rally of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Lives and Dignity The Asian American Christian Collaborative organized this event in Atlanta and 14 other cities today. (photo by Bishop Jack Lumanog)
I am out of tears and words for Atlanta and the Asian American community to which I belong to here.
Even speaking out about the senseless murders of 8 in Atlanta and sharing that I feel unsafe as an Asian American in Atlanta, I receive a threat on Twitter in response.
As soon as I post about not feeling safe in Atlanta as an Asian American, this reply comes in pretty quickly via Twitter. (www.twitter.com/bishoplumanog)
But, on Palm Sunday, it was good to pray, sing and lament for our community.
In Atlanta, I stood with other Asian American pastors to worship lament and pray for our country at the National Rally for AAPI Lives and Dignity. I am grateful to The Asian American Christian Collaborative for organizing this event in Atlanta and 15 other cities today.
We speak out of grief, not shame.
We cry out because we are tired of being invisible.
We lament because we can no longer live as “other” or as a perpetual foreigner any longer.
Bishop Jack Lumanog among other Asian pastors and leaders in the worship as part of the National Rally of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Lives and Dignity Bishop Jack Lumanog among other Asian pastors and leaders in the worship as part of the National Rally of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Lives and Dignity There was an estimated crowd between 800-1000 for the Atlanta rally.There was an estimated crowd between 800-1000 for the Atlanta rally.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
I am very pleased to announce the appointment of The Venerable Dr. Gideon A. Uzomechina as Interim Archdeacon and Director of Missions for The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. Please pray for Archdeacon Uzomechina as he takes up this appointment and works with me on strategic partnerships for the sake of the expansion of the Kingdom of God “to the greater glory of God!”
The Venerable Dr. Gideon A. Uzomechina Interim Archdeacon and Director of Missions
The Venerable Dr. Gideon A. Uzomechina whose love for the Lord Jesus Christ and his mission to the world has no boundaries. He was ordained in 2002 as a Priest of the Anglican Communion (Anglo-Catholic Tradition) following his seminary training. Passionate in his pastoral responsibilities and actively engaged in his community, Gideon brings a message of Christ’s love to his congregation and beyond the church doors with an emphasis to the needy and unreached. Father Gideon is a gifted and engaging preacher and teacher of the Word of God and the Sacraments of the Church. His ministry has been enriched by being able to study the life, times, and ministry of Jesus Christ in the land of Palestine in ecumenical and interfaith settings at St. George’s College and Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem, Israel in 2008. His studies in Israel also included research in biblical studies to places such as Qumran, Sinai, Sodom, Egypt, Jordan, Damascus, Golan Heights and Istanbul, Turkey.
Following a tumultuous and trying period of his life, God led Father Gideon alongside his closest acquaintances, Colin Baptiste and Harry Watson Jr. out of The Episcopal Church into the formation and planting of a new mission and ministry called Anglican Church of the Messiah, Plainfield, New Jersey in 2018 where he is the Archdeacon and Vicar.
Father Gideon is a Fellow of Christian Theologians and Philosophers of Africa (FCTP), Africa Theological Education Network, and he holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Theology and African Spirituality, Master of Arts Degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University in Virginia. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Education in Guidance and Counseling, a Diploma in Religious Studies, and a Diploma in Theology from the University of Jos and Bishop Crowther College of Theology, Nigeria. He also completed Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Father Gideon is a certified Police and Department of Corrections Chaplain. He is also a Behavioral and Mental Health Counselor and a trained conflict resolution and management specialist.Father Gideon received an Ambassador for Peace Award by the Universal Peace Federation, USA for his mentoring work with at-risk young men in his community reuniting them with their families and re-integrating them into society. Although Father Gideon spends numerous hours with pastoral work, his high energy level allows him to pursue his hobbies which include Gospel music, reading and researching, as well as socializing with family and friends.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Today’s sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost comes from the Old Testament lesson appointed for today: Hosea 5:15–6:6.
It’s rare when Hosea comes up in the Lectionary, so I wanted to make sure I shared this word from the prophet Hosea – “Mercy – Not Sacrifice.”
Hosea 5:15 – 6:6 (English Standard Version)
15 I will return again to my place, until they acknowledge their guilt and seek my face, and in their distress earnestly seek me.
6 “Come, let us return to the Lord; for he has torn us, that he may heal us; he has struck us down, and he will bind us up. 2 After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will raise us up, that we may live before him. 3 Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the showers, as the spring rains that water the earth.” 4 What shall I do with you, O Ephraim? What shall I do with you, O Judah? Your love is like a morning cloud, like the dew that goes early away. 5 Therefore I have hewn them by the prophets; I have slain them by the words of my mouth, and my judgement goes forth as the light. 6 For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? 27 And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? 28 And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, 29 yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 30 But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. 34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Video from Bishop Jack Lumanog’s sermon – “Go and Love” – for Trinity Sunday from Matthew 28:16-20 follows below.
Matthew 28:16-20 (ESV)
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshipped him, but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Collect of the Day
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
We also had Bishop Felton Smith, Jr. of The Church of God in Christ (Prelate of Tennessee Eastern First Jurisdiction and Episcopal Coordinator on the Board of Bishops), Pastor Sonja Lynette Burch, Dr. Chaun Johnson, Pastor Jeffrey Hollins, Archbishop Israel.
We prayed together, listened to each other’s stories and committed to work together to find a way forward in this time of crisis in our nation. Pray for us as we come together as leaders from our various denominations to work toward justice and peace.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Video from Bishop Jack Lumanog’s sermon – “I Can’t Breathe” – for Pentecost Sunday from Luke 4:1-21 follows below.
This powerful and challenging word is a call to lament and repent in light of today’s celebration of Pentecost Sunday and the events of this past week with the death of yet another unarmed African American in George Floyd in Minneapolis.
“Come, Holy Spirit, breathe new life into Your Church. Help us to be a prophetic voice in this country once again.”
O God, make speed to save us. O Lord, make haste to help us. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Luke 4:1-21 (ESV)
1 And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness 2 for forty days, being tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing during those days. And when they were over, he was hungry. 3 The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command this stone to become bread.”4 And Jesus answered him, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone.’” 5 And the devil took him up and showed him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time, 6 and said to him, “To you I will give all this authority and their glory, for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whom I will. 7 If you, then, will worship me, it will all be yours.” 8 And Jesus answered him, “It is written,
“‘You shall worship the Lord your God, and him only shall you serve.’”
9 And he took him to Jerusalem and set him on the pinnacle of the temple and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down from here, 10 for it is written,
“‘He will command his angels concerning you, to guard you’,
11 and
“‘On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone.’”
12 And Jesus answered him, “It is said, ‘You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 13 And when the devil had ended every temptation, he departed from him until an opportune time.
14 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and a report about him went out through all the surrounding country. 15 And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified by all.
16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up. And as was his custom, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, and he stood up to read.17 And the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written,
18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, 19 to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour.”
20 And he rolled up the scroll and gave it back to the attendant and sat down. And the eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. 21 And he began to say to them, “Today this Scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
I am in lament. Truly in lament over what has been happening at an astonishing rate in America that I can hardly keep up with the incidents and names of unarmed African Americans who are being killed. Enough is enough.
I am a person of color as an Asian American. But I don’t believe my experience even comes close to what my black brothers and sisters have to fear everyday for their own safety.
I have been asked by leading black archbishops on how to respond and I will add my voice and my strength to this movement.
For now, I cry out to the Lord using the words of Psalm 13:1-2 …
“How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I take counsel in my soul and have sorrow in my heart all the day? How long shall my enemy be exalted over me?”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God. 4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” 12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day’s journey away. 13 And when they had entered, they went up to the upper room, where they were staying, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot and Judas the son of James. 14 All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.
Collect of the Day
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Jesus said, “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.”
Collect of the Day
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
A little over a year ago (27 April 2019), I was ordained and consecrated as an Anglican Bishop in the historic Apostolic succession according to the Rite of the 1928 Book of Common Prayer.
And to honor the African American and charismatic / Pentecostal streams of Christianity that has formed much of my ministry, it was a privilege to have Archbishop Darel Chase, Ph.D. as my chief consecrator. Since this is such a small world we live in, we are both martial arts masters and both raised and formed spiritually in the Diocese of Newark, New Jersey!
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
We pray today for all those suffering from COVID-19, and especially today in this time of increased pressure, for all those working in our health services.
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The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog Bishop of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
74 days. It took 74 days before two men were arrested for chasing down and then gunning down an unarmed African American man. This happened in Brunswick, Georgia — 4 hours away from where I live in Atlanta.
Ahmaud Arbery was killed on 23 February 2020 around 1pm. And after the killing, the two men were questioned by police and were allowed to go home. Gregory McMichael, 64, and Travis McMichael, 34, were arrested 74 days later for the killing.
The massive delay between the killing and the arrests is not because the authorities hadn’t seen the video of the last moments of Ahmaud Arbery. But because the world had seen the video of the last moments of Ahmaud Arbery.
The two men chased down Ahmaud Arbery because they suspected him of a burglary and intended to perform a citizen’s arrest according to their accounts. One of the two accused killers was formerly a policeman from 1982-1989 — but not at the time of the incident.
So here we have a case where two armed, white civilians, a father and son, carrying out mob justice where they are police, judge, jury and executioner. And we are hearing about this incident from 23 February in early May. Because a video finally surfaced of the incident and gave the world a look at this horrific injustice.
Trayvon Martin (AP Photo/HO, Martin Family Photos)
I can’t help but think about 17 year old Trayvon Martin – killed by George Zimmerman on 26 February 2012 in Sanford, Florida – nearly 8 years ago from this killing of Ahmaud Arbery. George Zimmerman was tried for the murder but he was acquitted after a sensational trial where some of my friends became armchair defense attorneys with their talking points from Sean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh. Sadly, I had leaders I was working with in the ACNA at the time defending George Zimmerman since he was acting in self defense with the Florida “Stand Your Ground Law.” Unbelievable.
Jordan Davis (Photo from Twitter)
And then there was Jordan Davis. Another unarmed 17 year old killed. This time in Jacksonville, Florida on 23 November 2012. He was shot to death because a 45 year old white over an argument over loud music being played at a gas station. Michael Dunn was arrested and convicted of first degree murder of Jordan Davis in a second trial. 3 of Jordan Davis’s friends were also shot in the hail of gunfire rained down from Michael Dunn and he was convicted of 3 counts of attempted second degree murder. Dunn is serving a life sentence for the killing of Jordan Davis.
Ahmaud Arbery, Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis. What do they have in common? These are three unarmed, African American men who should still be alive today. They were shot and killed for not obeying the orders of armed, civilian white men.
Ahmaud Arbery did not stop after being chased down by an armed self-deputized father and son team who suspected him of committing a burglary. Killed for running while black.
Trayvon Martin did not obey the orders of armed neighborhood watchman George Zimmerman. Killed for walking while black.
Jordan Davis did not turn down the music as ordered by Michael Dunn. Killed for listening to music while black. And 3 of Jordan Davis’s friends shot for listening to music while black.
Underneath it all in the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis is white supremacy writ large. Or white privilege that says it’s okay to execute another human being because they did not obey your order as a white man.
This is unacceptable.
O God, make speed to save us. O Lord, make haste to help us. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Surgeon General has been seemingly sidelined from briefings for pointing out the racial disparity of COVID-19 exposure impacting minorities at a much higher rate.
We are seeing this in the church where the Church of God in Christ is mourning the loss of senior leaders who have died from COVID-19.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Thank you to Bishop Paul Morton (Founder and former Presiding Bishop of the Full Gospel Baptist Fellowship) for bringing joy to my day by singing “Father I Stretch My Hands to Thee” a cappella and posting it on Twitter this morning!
Bishop Morton’s tweet took me back to Asuza ’96 singing that same classic song!
I’m like a child who needs his Daddy. So from “Songs Mama Use To Sing” This Oldie but Goodie you might remember. “Father I Stretch My Hands To Thee” I Pray this two minute song from my heart will bless you. Your Heavenly Father Got You Stretch Your Hands To Him pic.twitter.com/OcpzQ1n0ok
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Even though it’s shelter in place, still celebrating Holy Communion on this Resurrection Sunday!
Almighty God, who through thine only-begotten Son Jesus Christ hast overcome death and opened unto us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord’s resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by thy life-giving Spirit; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit ever, one God, world without end. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
“We must re-locate our humanity in the political solutions to this pandemic. Practically speaking, the solution being proffered is to sacrifice the most vulnerable among us for the sake of the economy.” – Bishop Jack Lumanog
For more on this, read this well written piece from The New Republic which says it better than I ever could:
“Set aside the moral bankruptcy of American conservatives who have spent decades lecturing the country about abortion rights, stem-cell research, and right-to-die laws, only to demand our elders be sacrificed for a few points on the Dow Jones Industrial Average. What’s truly galling about their ghoulish actuarial calculus is that it’s a totally false choice between the ‘cure’ of a partial economic shutdown and the ‘disease’ of a dangerous pandemic.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Today is the 20th anniversary of my Ordination as a Deacon back in Kansas City.
I have never felt particularly worthy, but God in His faithfulness has been so good to me in these 20 years.
O Lord my God, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; yet you have called your servant to stand in your house, and to serve at your altar. To you and to your service I devote myself, body, soul, and spirit. Fill my memory with the record of your mighty works; enlighten my understanding with the light of your Holy Spirit; and may all the desires of my heart and will center in what you would have me do. Make me an instrument of your salvation for the people entrusted to my care, and grant that I may faithfully administer your holy Sacraments, and by my life and teaching set forth your true and living Word. Be always with me in carrying out the duties of my ministry. In prayer, quicken my devotion; in praises, heighten my love and gratitude; in preaching, give me readiness of thought and expression; and grant that, by the clearness and brightness of your holy Word, all the world may be drawn into your blessed kingdom. All this I ask for the sake of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. (The Book of Common Prayer 1979, Celebration of New Ministry, page 562)
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
I am so very grateful for the witness of Bishop Chuck Murphy and Bishop John Rodgers. 20 years ago today, they were consecrated as Bishops in Singapore. They have had an enormous impact on my life and ministry.
As I have been blessed to be part of leading and shaping Anglicanism in North America for a season that has now passed, it is still a great sadness to me today that Bishop Chuck Murphy was not acknowledged more for his significant role as a pioneer in the movement. Not while he lived in 2014 when other notable leaders were rightly honored for their service and certainly not acknowledged by the larger movements that grew out of the Anglican Mission in America once he went on to be with the Lord in 2018.
For those who consider themselves to be orthodox Anglicans in North America, we stand on the shoulders of Bishops Murphy and Rodgers and those archbishops and bishops who risked so much in consecrating them to the episcopate – especially Archbishop Moses Tay of Southeast Asia and Archbishop Emmanuel Kolini of Rwanda.
“AMiA [Anglican Mission in America] not only epitomized the network approach to global accountability, it pushed the wider transnational orthodox movement in the same direction.” – Dr. Miranda Hassett, Anglican Communion in Crisis, writing about the Singapore consecrations in 2000.
Even though Dr. Hassett was not a fan of our work in the Anglican Mission in America, she still had to acknowledge the enormous impact of Bishop Chuck Murphy and Bishop John Rodgers.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog attended the 2020 Anglican Joint Synods in Atlanta as an Observer. He was joined at the closing banquet by Bishop Alphonse Vascaniat Ndutiye of the Diocese of Cameroon.
Also, he caught up with Father Gene Geromel of the Diocese of the Holy Cross. Bishop Lumanog previously served as church planter and first rector of Christ the King Anglican Church in Lansing, Michigan near where Father Geromel still serves, St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church in Swartz Creek, Michigan.
Bishop Jack Lumanog with Bishop Alphonse Vascaniat Ndutiye of the Diocese of CameroonBishop Jack Lumanog with Father Gene Geromel, Rector of St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church in Swartz Creek, Michigan
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. – Collect for the Second Sunday after Christmas
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Would you be willing to meet with a fellow Atlantan about your remarks comparing the impeachment of President Trump and Jesus’s trial before Pontius Pilate?
As a Christian leader and a Georgian, I’d love to understand where you are coming from and share my heart with you on the matter.
I don’t even know where to begin with this comparison between President Trump and Jesus Christ. The impeachment proceedings against the 45th president is not even close to our Lord and Savior’s last days of His earthly ministry. Also, if the President is impeached by the House, he does not face crucifixion in the Senate.
“Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.” – Psalm 20:7
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Can I be honest? Christmas is not the most wonderful time of the year for me. No matter what the song says.
Am I denying the gift of the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ? Absolutely not.
But, the stress and pressure of the time of the year. The shopping. The lists. The expectations. And on top of all of that, for me, it’s the grief.
“Grief that is not transformed is transmitted.” – Father Bill Harkins at the Blue Mass.
I’m so glad I went to the Blue Mass. The contemplative liturgy and carols in St. Mary Chapel was just what I needed to get some perspective about my pain and grief in this holy season.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Today is World Mental Health Day. I am grateful for the hope that I have in Christ and for family and friends who encourage me when I need it most. My mental wellness is a daily battle but thank God, I’m not alone.
I still believe that the Church needs to do better in ministering to those who struggle with their mental wellness. And as God opens the doors, I resolve to speak out on this because I don’t think that Christians hear from their leaders nearly enough that it’s okay to struggle with mental wellness and still be a Christian.
I cling daily to one of my life verses:
Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!” – Psalm 126:5.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The chief consecrator, Archbishop Darel Chase, was assisted by Bishop John Johnston and Bishop Norman Williams as Bishop Lumanog was consecrated into historic apostolic succession through the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches.
Click here the following link for the complete Apostolic Record of The Right Rev. Dr. Jon Ignatius Lumanog.
The Right Reverend Jon Ignatius Lumanog ordained and consecrated as an Anglican Bishop on 27 April 2019 in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Thomas Cranmer was one of the leaders of the English Reformation and was primarily responsible for the first Book of Common Prayers, 1549 and 1552.
During the reign of Edward VI, Cranmer was able to make great progress in reforming the doctrine, and practice of the Church. When Edward died he subscribed to the dying King’s will that succession should go to Lady Jane Grey. For this action and for his many reforms, he was arrested and imprisoned.
Cranmer wrote two recantations but in the end he denied his recantations, and died a hero of the reformation, saying, “Forasmuch as my hand offended in writing contrary to my heart, there my hand shall first be punished; for if I may come to the fire, it shall first be burned.” He was burned at the stake on 21 March 1556.
Merciful God, who through the work of Thomas Cranmer didst renew the worship of thy Church by restoring the language of the people, and through whose death didst reveal thy power in human weakness: Grant that by thy grace we may always worship thee in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ, our only Mediator and Advocate, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
I was already struggling. But then I got the news that Jake died.
Jake’s memorial service prayer card fell out of my wallet after all my weekend travels. I didn’t need to be reminded of this just yet. I miss this fellow struggler on the way.
Of course I would go to the memorial service in Kankakee as painful as it would be flying into O’Hare under the circumstances. It would be traveling into an area with such good memories that are quickly tarnishing by adding even more painful ones.
Jake is a good man who knew the Lord and struggled openly and honestly with mental health was getting better and I am glad I got to see it. But he was feeling crushed by the weight of it all.
His family and friends are devastated by this loss. He was memorialized not as a saint – but as an imperfect man who embodied works of mercy and a gift for finding people on the margins who needed to be noticed and loved.
I wish it didn’t need to be this way.
Jake’s father wrote this moving tribute for his son and had his brother read it at the memorial service. It crushed me and encouraged me. It’s worth a read. ——
“Some people are Blessed by God to receive a Loving, Caring, Compassionate heart. One who sees the pain and struggles in others and does not hesitate to help. My son Jacob was one of those Blessed people. Yes, he could be stubborn, impulsive and a bit of a bug to most around him, in a playful way. Yet, he always saw that individual off to the side in need of some care and compassion when we didn’t. He was always there to provide a hug, a safe place. This desire to help everyone exposes them to the pain and suffering of rejection. While our Lord instructed his Apostles to shake the dust from their sandals, my son may not have grasped that concept.
All too often, the good people in this world have interior issues that go unseen yet rule their daily lives. My son had difficulties understanding rejection. He was also terrified of not living up to the expectations of those he respected. Unfortunately there are those in this world that cannot see the pain they create by rejection, or the way it is done. When that individual uses acquaintances to inflict additional pain, embarrassment and suffering, through their influence with powerful organizations, the results can be fatal.
I have a very strong Faith in God. I believe he has a purpose for everything. I may never know why my son was taken from me long before what should have been his allotted time. I believe it may have been Gods way of providing me an example of a proper Love that would be impossible for me to forget. If I am to show respect for my son, I must amend my life by performing more outward acts of Love and Compassion for those who hurt. For those who know me, you understand how difficult this will be given my irrational fear of cooties from hugs…
When Jacob was suffering, I begged him to turn to God for solace. I truly don’t believe he ever turned his back to God, given his nature I believe he was a hidden soldier of God. In the last days, he did become increasing prayerful and attentive at Church. I always mentioned Forgiveness is the Path to Freedom. He’d always say “I know dad, I have forgiven her”. Unfortunately, he still held anger issues with the system that seemed to want to destroy him. Our current system in the United States does not know how to help those in anguish.
No, my son was no Saint, far from it, as we all are. I do believe he was a little bit closer than I though. If you knew my son, the best way to honor his life is to perform works mercy to achieve just that little extra bit. It is the only way to combat this unforgiving spiteful world we inhabit.
No words can express my pain. I will miss you son. This world will miss you. I can only pray I have the strength to achieve that little extra bit so I may move a little closer to being the man you were.
Stay with me Jake and hold my hand on this journey.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Chuck entered into his eternal reward this morning. I was blessed to be under his leadership in The Anglican Mission for a time before going on to Pittsburgh with his blessing to serve the Anglican Church in North America in my current role as Canon to the Archbishop and Chief Operating Officer.
Bishop Murphy spoke clearly and often about the importance of the leader’s vision, taking risks for the Gospel and having a bias toward action in an Anglican apostolic movement.
I have fond memories of many a Winter Conference in a hotel ballroom in Birmingham, Jacksonville or Greensboro (a bunch of times!) where he would either say “money is muscle” in his Chairman’s Address or remind the clergy of following the Lord’s leading like “the pillar of smoke by day and the pillar of fire by night” as Moses did.
Bishop Murphy spoke powerfully into my life over many annual presbyters retreats at All Saints Church in Pawleys Island, SC or praying over me at the Power Ministry Service at the annual Winter Conference.
Along with another significant ministry mentor in my life, Archbishop Randy Adler, Bishop Murphy gave me a renewed vision for the three streams of historic Christianity: sacramental, evangelical and charismatic. Three streams flowing into one mighty river.
+Chuck taught powerfully on leadership, stewardship, church planting and worship – “worship is God’s presence, God’s purposes, God’s pardon and God’s power.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Archbishop Randy Adler praying over me in 1996 when I was an Assemblies of God pastor discerning a call to the Priesthood.
I just heard from a friend that Archbishop Austin Randolph Adler passed away on December 9th (Obituary from Charisma News here). Here he is praying for me back in 1996 – when I was an Assemblies of God pastor discerning a call to the Priesthood.
He left an indelible mark on my ministry. I don’t think I would be a priest today had it not been for his prophetic teaching ministry that spoke so powerfully into my life.
Rest in peace, Archbishop Randy. I thank God for bringing you into my life.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog and Bishop Ed Salmon (center) and Archbishop Bob Duncan
The Rt. Rev. Edward L. Salmon, Jr. January 30, 1934 – June 29, 2016
Please keep the family the Rt. Rev. Edward L. Salmon, Jr. in your prayers. Bishop Salmon, who from 1990 – 2008 served as the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of South Carolina, died on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 following a battle with cancer.
Bishop Salmon was the 19th Dean and President of Nashotah House from 2008 – 2012; He had served as the President of the Anglican Digest. He received the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor in 2007.
His pastoral ministry included tenures in numerous churches including All Saints, Chevy Chase, MD, 2010-2012; St. Michael and St George, St. Louis, MO 1978-2000; St. Paul’s, Fayettesville, AR 1967-1978; St. Andrew’s, Rogers, AR 1960-1963; St. James, Eureka Springs, AR 1960-1963; St. Thomas, Springdale, AR 1960-1963.
He was ordained to the diaconate June 24, 1960 and ordained to the priesthood March 1, 1961.
He received is BA from the University of the South; his BD from Virginia Theological Seminary; DD degrees from Nashotah House, the University of the South and Virginia Theological Seminary.
“Happy are those who die in the Lord, even so says the Spirit, for they rest from their labors.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 8 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog honored by Reformed Episcopal Seminary with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award following his address for their 126th Commencement.
Dr. Jack Lumanog served as the graduation speaker today in Philadelphia for the 126th Commencement of Reformed Episcopal Seminary.
Following his commencement address, Dr. Lumanog was bestowed with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award for his leadership of the Anglican Church in North America.
Bishop Jack Lumanog honored by Reformed Episcopal Seminary with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award following his address for their 126th Commencement.Bishop Jack Lumanog honored by Reformed Episcopal Seminary with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award following his address for their 126th Commencement.Bishop Jack Lumanog honored by Reformed Episcopal Seminary with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award following his address for their 126th Commencement.Bishop Jack Lumanog honored by Reformed Episcopal Seminary with the Meritorious Service to the Church Award following his address for their 126th Commencement.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Dr. Jack Lumanog’s endorses the new book “The New Pilgrims” by Dr. Joe Castleberry
Dr. Jack Lumanog endorses the new book by Dr. Joe Castleberry, “The New Pilgrims.” Dr. Lumanog’s endorsement appears in the book which addresses the strategic immigration debate that is a major focus of the 24/7 news cycle and will continue even beyond the 2016 presidential election.
Dr. Jack Lumanog’s endorsement of “The New Pilgrims”
“What is needed now more than ever in this difficult conversation about race and immigration is context—and The New Pilgrims certainly delivers on context. Dr. Joseph Castleberry tackles this urgent issue very effectively with historical and sociological insight and gives us a gospel-oriented vision of our country. As a Filipino and first-generation American myself, I hope to be one of the many who proudly take up the mantle of The New Pilgrims. This book is a must-read for all who want a fully informed view on the place of immigrants in our new society.”
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Bishop Jack Lumanog in his previous roles as Chief Operating Officer and Canon to the Archbishop in the Anglican Church in North America (2011-2018) honoring Dr. Justyn Terry for his exceptional service as Dean/President at Trinity Episcopal School for MinistryBishop Jack Lumanog in his previous roles as Chief Operating Officer and Canon to the Archbishop in the Anglican Church in North America (2011-2018) in his role as non-faculty dissertation examiner standing with faculty and graduates from the class of 2016 at Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry
So good to see so many dear friends at Trinity School for Ministry commencement today where I serve on committees for doctoral dissertation defenses.
It was good to be with the Class of 2016 where some of the graduates in the doctoral program defended their dissertations with me as an external reader alongside their faculty advisor.
And Dr. Justyn Terry was honored for his exceptional service as he steps down as Dean/President and was given the distinction of Professor Emeritus.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
It’s finally official on 29 February 2016 after a vote in May 2013, that Dr. Jack Lumanog is an Associate Alumnus of Nashotah House Theological Seminary.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Dr. Jack Lumanog is in Cairo, Egypt (pictured in front of All Saints Cathedral) with Archbishop Daniel Deng of the Province of South Sudan and Sudan.
Dr. Jack Lumanog is in Cairo, Egypt (pictured in front of All Saints Cathedral) with Archbishop Daniel Deng of the Province of South Sudan and Sudan.
Both Dr. Lumanog and Archbishop Deng are members of the Global Trustees for the Anglican Relief and Development Fund. Additionally, Dr. Lumanog is member of the Anglican Relief and Development Fund-US and serves as the Corporate Secretary.
The Right Rev. Dr. Jon I “Jack” Lumanog is an Anglican Bishop in good standing with the Apostolic Communion of Anglican Churches and the leader of The Anglican Diocese of St. Ignatius Loyola. A pastor and evangelist at heart, Dr. Jack Lumanog has planted, revitalized and pastored churches, traveled internationally to teach pastors and church planters and was a denominational leader for 7 years with executive level oversight for over 1,000 congregations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, Bishop Lumanog is an Associate Member of The Anglican Union for the Propagation of the Gospel, an international confraternity of oratories, which is under the patronage of seven bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion.
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