We carve the cross of Christ on the pagan stones, upon pagan hearts, in a pagan world; reclaiming them for Christ and rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit!"
- We proudly profess our faith in the Nicene Creed, holding steadfast to the following core tenets:
- We affirm that Jesus Christ embodies both full divinity and full humanity, central to our Christian faith.
- We declare our unwavering belief in Jesus Christ's salvific work, offering redemption to all through His death and resurrection.
- We uphold the tradition of the seven sacraments and maintain an unbroken chain of apostolic succession, recognizing their profound significance in our spiritual journey.
- Our doors are wide open to all people, inviting their full participation in the church's life, regardless of their background, identity, or orientation.
- We are committed to ordaining both men as bishops, priests, deacons, and woman as deaconesses within the United States of America both married and single
- We joyfully celebrate the sacred unions of all committed couples, regardless of their orientation, acknowledging the sanctity of love and partnership in God's eyes.
- Our worship is a diverse tapestry, weaving together the rich liturgical expressions of the Celtic Christian rite. We embrace both ancient traditions and contemporary expressions that resonate with our congregations.
- Local communities are encouraged to adapt their liturgical practices to meet their congregations' specific needs, fostering a sense of belonging and spiritual growth.
- In the Apostolic Free Celtic Church, we strive to create a spiritual home where every individual can find solace and belonging. The love of Christ transcends all barriers, fostering unity and understanding among the diverse members of our faith community.
Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” — Maya Angelou
"Seek your own isle - Christ's newly-bought domain, which nature with an emerald pencil paints. Such as it is, long, long shall it remain, the school of truth, the college of saints, the student's bower, the hermit's calm retreat, the stranger's home, the hospitable hearth, the shrine to which shall wander pilgrim feet from all the neighboring nations of the earth.'
'Now they move on to tell the story of what has been and is, but also to come. God in the now prepares us for a future; the end is not yet - with God it is just begun.' "
From "Brendan - In Exploration of a Vision", part X -found in "Celtic Daily Prayer" The Northumbria Community
no matter if your family come from these historical Celtic regions along with their
Gaul (Modern France, Belgium, Luxembourg, parts of Switzerland, and Northern Italy)
Iberia (Modern Spain and Portugal)
Britannia (Modern Great Britain, including England, Scotland, and Wales)
Hibernia (Modern Ireland)
Caledonia (Modern Scotland)
Armorica (Modern Brittany, France)
Noricum (Parts of modern Austria and Slovenia)
Galatia (Central Turkey)
Cisalpine Gaul (Northern Italy)
Transalpine Gaul (Southern France)
Aquitania (Southwest France)
Lusitania (Portugal)
Pannonia (Parts of modern Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and Serbia)
Bohemia (Modern Czech Republic)
Lugdunensis (Central France)
Cantabria (Northern Spain)
Etruria (Parts of modern Tuscany, Italy)
Dacia (Parts of modern Romania, Moldova, and Bulgaria)
Alpes Cottiae (The Alps region between modern France and Italy)
Alpes Poeninae (The Pennine Alps region in Switzerland and Italy)
Alpes Maritimae (The Maritime Alps region in France and Italy)
Alpes Graiae et Poeninae (The Graian Alps and Pennine Alps region in Switzerland and Italy)
Gallia Cisalpina (Northern Italy)
Welcome to the Apostolic Free Celtic Church, where we joyfully embrace the rich tapestry of Celtic spirituality, drawing from the wellsprings of the Ancient-Future Faith movement. Our roots extend deep into the historical territories where the Old Catholic Church of Utrecht took form, alongside the Celtic Hebraic Apostolic Succession of Saint David Walse and the Irish Celtic Apostolic Succession through the Church of England and the Protestant Episcopal Church of the United States of America.
Our pilgrimage leads us beyond the confines of conventional faith, mirroring the path laid by Jesus and His disciples. Just as He gathered the multitude and His disciples, imparting profound teachings, "If anyone desires to walk in my footsteps, let them first renounce themselves and take up their cross, following me. For whoever strives to save their own life will lose it, but those who forfeit their life for the sake of my mission and the gospel will discover eternal life. What profit is there for anyone to gain the whole world but forfeit their soul?" [Mark 8:34-36].
At the heart of our spiritual journey lies the Convergent Movement, a convergence of liturgy, evangelicalism, mysticism, and a Spirit-filled approach. We draw inspiration from the ancient wellsprings of Celtic Christian Traditions, weaving these sacred practices into contemporary expressions. As participants in the Independent Sacramental Movement, we carry a valid apostolic succession, nurturing modern Celtic Christian Communities and Spirituality as integral parts of the Celtic Revival Movement.
Our vision for an authentic expression of the Church is grounded in a deep commitment to encounter Christ not only within our faith communities but also in each other, in all whom we encounter, and in the infinite beauty of the natural world that surrounds us.
In the footsteps of Jesus, we acknowledge that it is through our deeds and interactions that others may truly encounter and experience Christ. Our Church is not a static institution but a dynamic mission that actively engages with and integrates into the wider community around us.
Instead of withdrawing into solitary contemplation, we fully embrace the call to proclaim and embody our personal narrative theology in our daily lives, within our families, friendships, and broader networks.
Our approach eschews narrow proof-texting, seeking instead to grasp the entirety of God's Word within the context of our world. Being Christ-like, to us, means living as Christ's hands and feet in the world, faithfully following God's guidance in our daily pilgrimage.
Our Celtic Christian journey transcends mere belief; it is a holistic way of life that shapes our core values, informs our prayers, and guides our actions. Through our labor, we bear witness to our faith and extend the essence of Christ into Creation and to all whom we encounter along our path. In the spirit of the Celtic tradition of Anam Cara (soul friendship), we aspire to radiate the presence of Christ within Creation and among all we encounter along our sacred journey.
The transition from the Independent Celtic Church to the Apostolic Free Celtic Church marks a courageous stride towards a more inclusive, compassionate, and vibrant manifestation of our faith. Together, we embark on a sacred journey that honors our storied heritage while embracing the evolving summons of our time.
"Seek your own isle - Christ's newly-bought domain, which nature with an emerald pencil paints. Such as it is, long, long shall it remain, the school of truth, the college of saints, the student's bower, the hermit's calm retreat, the stranger's home, the hospitable hearth, the shrine to which shall wander pilgrim feet from all the neighboring nations of the earth.'
'Now they move on to tell the story of what has been and is, but also to come. God in the now prepares us for a future; the end is not yet - with God it is just begun.' "
From "Brendan - In Exploration of a Vision", part X -found in "Celtic Daily Prayer" The Northumbria Community
no matter if your family come from these historical Celtic regions along with their
Gaul (Modern France, Belgium, Luxembourg, parts of Switzerland, and Northern Italy)
Iberia (Modern Spain and Portugal)
Britannia (Modern Great Britain, including England, Scotland, and Wales)
Hibernia (Modern Ireland)
Caledonia (Modern Scotland)
Armorica (Modern Brittany, France)
Noricum (Parts of modern Austria and Slovenia)
Galatia (Central Turkey)
Cisalpine Gaul (Northern Italy)
Transalpine Gaul (Southern France)
Aquitania (Southwest France)
Lusitania (Portugal)
Pannonia (Parts of modern Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and Serbia)
Bohemia (Modern Czech Republic)
Lugdunensis (Central France)
Cantabria (Northern Spain)
Etruria (Parts of modern Tuscany, Italy)
Dacia (Parts of modern Romania, Moldova, and Bulgaria)
Alpes Cottiae (The Alps region between modern France and Italy)
Alpes Poeninae (The Pennine Alps region in Switzerland and Italy)
Alpes Maritimae (The Maritime Alps region in France and Italy)
Alpes Graiae et Poeninae (The Graian Alps and Pennine Alps region in Switzerland and Italy)
Gallia Cisalpina (Northern Italy)
- Left the Anglican, Roman Catholic , or Protestant Churches
- Those who want to worship the Lord Jesus Christ in a high reverence and respect
- Any Christian that just loves Celtic Christianity
- To all of these Christians-Céad míle fáilte romhat! ( A hundred thousand welcomes to you)
Welcome to the Apostolic Free Celtic Church, where we joyfully embrace the rich tapestry of Celtic spirituality, drawing from the wellsprings of the Ancient-Future Faith movement. Our roots extend deep into the historical territories where the Old Catholic Church of Utrecht took form, alongside the Celtic Hebraic Apostolic Succession of Saint David Walse and the Irish Celtic Apostolic Succession through the Church of England and the Protestant Episcopal Church of the United States of America.
Our pilgrimage leads us beyond the confines of conventional faith, mirroring the path laid by Jesus and His disciples. Just as He gathered the multitude and His disciples, imparting profound teachings, "If anyone desires to walk in my footsteps, let them first renounce themselves and take up their cross, following me. For whoever strives to save their own life will lose it, but those who forfeit their life for the sake of my mission and the gospel will discover eternal life. What profit is there for anyone to gain the whole world but forfeit their soul?" [Mark 8:34-36].
At the heart of our spiritual journey lies the Convergent Movement, a convergence of liturgy, evangelicalism, mysticism, and a Spirit-filled approach. We draw inspiration from the ancient wellsprings of Celtic Christian Traditions, weaving these sacred practices into contemporary expressions. As participants in the Independent Sacramental Movement, we carry a valid apostolic succession, nurturing modern Celtic Christian Communities and Spirituality as integral parts of the Celtic Revival Movement.
Our vision for an authentic expression of the Church is grounded in a deep commitment to encounter Christ not only within our faith communities but also in each other, in all whom we encounter, and in the infinite beauty of the natural world that surrounds us.
In the footsteps of Jesus, we acknowledge that it is through our deeds and interactions that others may truly encounter and experience Christ. Our Church is not a static institution but a dynamic mission that actively engages with and integrates into the wider community around us.
Instead of withdrawing into solitary contemplation, we fully embrace the call to proclaim and embody our personal narrative theology in our daily lives, within our families, friendships, and broader networks.
Our approach eschews narrow proof-texting, seeking instead to grasp the entirety of God's Word within the context of our world. Being Christ-like, to us, means living as Christ's hands and feet in the world, faithfully following God's guidance in our daily pilgrimage.
Our Celtic Christian journey transcends mere belief; it is a holistic way of life that shapes our core values, informs our prayers, and guides our actions. Through our labor, we bear witness to our faith and extend the essence of Christ into Creation and to all whom we encounter along our path. In the spirit of the Celtic tradition of Anam Cara (soul friendship), we aspire to radiate the presence of Christ within Creation and among all we encounter along our sacred journey.
The transition from the Independent Celtic Church to the Apostolic Free Celtic Church marks a courageous stride towards a more inclusive, compassionate, and vibrant manifestation of our faith. Together, we embark on a sacred journey that honors our storied heritage while embracing the evolving summons of our time.
contact bishop llewellyn macrae @ [email protected] for more information