New Partners: Karen and Karenni Anglicans worshipping at St. Peter's Louisville

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St. Peter's November 14, 2013
In August, Karen and Karenni Anglicans who have settled in Louisville created a new partnership with St. Peter's, Louisville, joining the existing congregation for worship, and fellowship on Sunday mornings.

The Karen and Karenni are two different ethnic minority groups from Burma and Thailand. Many come to the US as political refugees.

In reference to their new expanded membership, Becky DeSpain, St. Peter's Senior Warden, said, "I have been overwhelmed with joy and God's spirit. I am still unclear of where the path will lead us or how we will get there, but one thing I know in my heart is that we are going in the direction God has called us to go."


Their interim Rector, Father John Hines, said, "I am hoping that this opportunity will assist us in our search for what it means to be St. Peter's and where God is calling us to be. Because of St. Peter's legendary reputation for warm and welcoming hospitality, we should have an exciting time with this adventure."


View the Bible in Karen online here.