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The Coronation Oath

Atop the regal crown stamped across the top of the Coronation invitations is the Cross of Christ in Christianity. Queen Victoria of the House of Windsor and Queen Elizabeth II leaned Protestant and kept the faith of Christ a priority during their reign. Queen Elizabeth said on many occasions that she was of the Christian faith and in a Christmas messages understood her calling and actions would be held as a “personal accountability before God”.

This crown with the cross of Christ is being offered on the Royal website for children to color.

According to the Guardian news organization “ Charles shares his mother’s faith and devotion, though it has a slightly different complexion”. Queen Elizabeth offered Christian messages yearly in her leadership as the Queen of England. In them she spoke of her devotion for Christ. While Charles is said to have that same commitment, he also has interest in other religions which causes concern for the Monarchy leadership regarding “the Faith”.

In 1994, he “triggered controversy when he said he would be defender “of Faith” rather than Defender of “the Faith”, wrote Harriet Sherwood of The Guardian . Although he tried to back-track on his comments and explain himself, many are concerned he could change the coronation oath.

In looking at this topic on Defender of the Faith, many are interested such as, PremierChristianty, Religion News, the Gospel Coalition, Christianity, Express, National Secular Society, the Conversation, the Washington Post and more. They are all wanting to see where the new King is going with the powerful words, “faith”, the Faith”.

Hebrews 3:12 offers a serious warning to all of the faith: Take care, brethren, that there not be in any one of you an evil, unbelieving heart that falls away from the living God.

See you tomorrow,

Nan

Sources: The Guardian, Washington Post, Gospel Coalition, Royal News , https://. bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Falling-Away-From-God

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May 1

King Charles III Letter By Correspondent

Those able to enter the Abbey must have received this….

Well, no disappointment. I won’t be sitting in the Abbey during the coronation of King Charles Philip Arthur George’s ceremony. While I did do all I could to secure a magical seat, it has now been confirmed by the King’s correspondent T. Lundy from Buckingham Palace, that I am still invited to either watch the broadcast “live to a global audience” or go in-person to see “their Magesties” as they “return to Buckingham Palace in a larger ceremonial procession, known as the Coronation Procession, which will be viewable….along the route”.

My family and I have decided to take the latter and go there.( No pun on latter… Ha! I took a 6 foot ladder to see Prince William and Kate. And, yes… I’m trying to figure this out too…) Together, Daniel, Katie, Derrick, Kristie, Kathy, Ramey and I will get to see the golden carriage with our own eyes! Yes, they say it’s painted in real gold. How fun.

And, let me say. My hope for King Charles Philip Arthur George is that he reigns with Jesus as his Lord, Savior and King. There is no higher Majesty than Him. May He reign seeking God’s favour.

See you tomorrow,

Nan

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April 30

Eyes Upon the Royals

Seeing Queen Elizabeth in person in 2007 was a pleasure and then again in 2001 when Kate married the future King of England, William. There she was in her gold carriage bumping along with horses-a-pulling. I really wondered then how much she enjoyed that ride because it appeared so bumpy. I suppose watching all of the watchers was her most fun part of the trip. There I was on a 6 foot ladder that I had brought from America. Actually, I had two ladders; the large one and a smaller kitchen-type whereby the top would round out and you’d just plop upon it.

Will and Kate after the wedding. 2011

My sister and I went to the edge of Buckingham Palace to get the royals coming in and out of the gate. The girls, Katie, Kristie and friend, Rachel went to see the “kiss”. Yes, after me getting ribbed all a long about carrying a ladder, they took that one. “Bawwwwww!”. We were able to see so many things including the Queen and her husband, Philip.

Queen Elizabeth and her husband, Philip.

That was a great day in all of our lives as we saw first-hand the wealthiest of people sporting for the “folks”. It is God who sets up Kingdoms. While we think we’re all in charge of things, it is clear from God’s Word that ultimately, He is in charge.

My sister, Kathy and I went to the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II. We are now up for the coronation coming in May, 2023.

Long Live the King and Flat Stanley. I took him to Buckingham Palace and he’ll go again to the coronation.

Flat Stanley at Buckingham Gate 2011

See you tomorrow,

Nan

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April 29

Snail Mail Brings The Royal Invitation to Coronation Guests

Snail mail is almost a thing of the past since the invention of the internet and email but… for the coronation of King George III and other very important events such as weddings, an actual invite is still in order.

Royal Invitation- Credit: Buckingham Palace

The coronation of King Charles III has not been seen in over 70 years so it is definitely a huge deal which only a comparatively small number can attend due to space in the Abbey. The guest list has been made and seats numbered and named for certain individuals.

Invitations not only come with the new royal cypher and seal but with instructions as to where to sit.According to NDTV, “admid the ongoing feud between the royals”, Prince Harry , the son of the King, will be seated 10 rows behind the royal family.

The invitation was published for all to see on the Royal website on April of 2023. According to Royal. Uk, “the original artwork for the invitation was hand-painted in watercolour and gouache, and the design will be reproduced and printed on recycled card with gold foil detailing”.

It has symbolic figures including:

Green Man- an ancient British folklore item representing “spring and rebirth”, the British wildflower meadow including a bee, butterfly, ladybird, wren and other such items, and Coat of Arms.

The artwork was designed by Andrew Jamieson, the “Brother of the Art Worker’s Guild, of which the King is an Honorary Member”.

I hope you got one if you wanted to…I’ll tell you about my invitation when I…

see you tomorrow,

Nan

Sources: The Royal Family, The Royal . UK, NDTV

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April 28

The Regal Visits of Royalty to America

The Royal Family information notes that King George III(1738-1820) was the eldest son of Frederick, Prince of Wales, and Prince Augusta. He was the longest ruling monarch before Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II according to History. Com. He reigned for some 59 years and was the king who was during the loss of the American Revolution. In his papers is a writing that says “America is lost”. It is noted by PBS that the Revolutionary War lasted some eighty years because King George would not surrender.

“America is Lost!” (United States Government papers).

While some indicate King George III had a vision of coming the the United States, the actual first king to come to America was in 1939 when King George VI, according to Senate. Gov.

King George VI, (Public Domain, portrait by Walter Stoneman, 1938).

Ticket to see King George. (Government documents).

Queen Elizabeth II visited America the first time in October of 1951 according to congressional information. Present Harry Truman met “the future Queen” on the Washington National Airport tarmac. Other viists according to the White House Historical Association include “four State visits, five State dinners and two unofficial visits during her reign”.

Queen Elizabeth, William and Mary College. ( Ramey)

I was able to see the Queen when she visited William and Mary college in 2007. That was a memorable occasion. After she left, I walked on stage and sat in her seat, just for the fun of it.

See you tomorrow.

Nan

Sources: Senate. gov, Congressional papers, Wiki commons.

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September 27

It Was Hers To Do

You probably think I fell off of the earth having not written a word for more than a week. Well, I feel as if I did! That’s for sure. Traveling such a great distance in such a short time causes a body to reel! I’m back though, safe and life is finally getting back to normal.

As you well know if you follow Jacksonville Blogger, that my sister, Kathy and I traveled “across the pond” to England to see Queen Elizabeth II, Her Majesty the Queen for the last time. She passed away September 8, 2022 and we went to say our last and final farewell to Her Majesty, the Queen of England.

It was my sister’s 2nd time visiting her, and my 3rd occasion to see her and we’re richer for it. On two other occasions, I traveled to see her; at Williamsburg, Virginia here in America when she visited the original colonies area and my family traveled to England when William and Kate married in 2009.

The thing about this Queen was her steadfast, continuous and determined actions to truly live for the people. It was hers to do. She didn’t ask for this job and would not even had been Queen had her Father’s brother not abdicated. As you probably know, Edward VIII created a stir when in 1936 he abdicated the throne to marry a divorcee, and American actress, Wallis Simpson. Upon his abdication of the throne, his brother, became King George VI. Elizabeth was not even a teen when her father became king but was groomed to take his place and in June of 1953 did just that vowing to “strive to be worthy of your (the people’s)trust”.

“I have in sincerity pledged myself to your service, as so many of you are pledged to mine. Throughout all my life and with all my heart I shall strive to be worthy of your trust. In this resolve I have my husband to support me. He shares all my ideals and all my affection for you.” Queen Elizabeth II, 1953

It was hers to do. What is it that you and I are to do? Let’s get on with it!

See you tomorrow,

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September 15

Condolences To Her Majesty’s Family

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch died September 8, 2022. Millions from around the world loved her and had fond memories of her reign. There are many who only knew her as the head of the British Commonwealth. Many wish to share their thoughts.

You can have a message held in the Royal Archives for posterity. Visit the Royal . UK and scroll down to take time and offer a brief message to the royal family. This message will be forward to them and will be held in the Royal Archives for posterity.

See you tomorrow,

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