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Encountering Love and Being Changed at Christmas
Christmas Eve reminds us that true joy comes from acknowledging life’s struggles rather than pretending they don’t exist. Through the humble birth of Jesus in a messy stable, we are reminded that God embraces us as we are. We share God’s love with others, fostering peace and joy amidst life’s challenges.
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God Accomplishes Extraordinary Things with Ordinary People
God works through ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. Through the lives of Elizabeth, Zechariah, and Mary, we see their faith and readiness to boldly respond to God’s invitations. We are invited to pray for the Holy Spirit to help us see ordinary circumstances as opportunities for us to live our “yes” and for our…
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Preparing the Way: Forever Touched by Hope
We’re constantly in preparation mode for something. This time of year, the big focus is Christmas. The thing with preparation is this … you’re not just preparing for the event, but also for the impact of that event on the rest of your life. What is the impact of Christmas on the rest of your…
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Stepping into Hope
Thanksgiving and the season of Advent are powerful expressions of both joy and the very real struggles we all face. The presence of Jesus bring about confidence and a very real and enduring hope.
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Setting the Tone: Jesus’ Reign of Love in Our Lives
On Christ the King Sunday, we are reminded that Jesus’ reign is different from that of any king, queen, or government. Jesus’ reign is based on love, respect, and service. As we prepare for Advent, we are called to notice opportunities for justice and kindness, aligning our lives with Christ’s teachings and recognizing his presence…
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We Are Each Other’s Keepers: A Call to Community
This week has been tough for most of us regardless of how we voted. What is our responsibility to care for one another within the community of faith? How are love, trust, faith, and hope present even in times of despair and resignation?
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Unbound: Living in the Light of Jesus in Complex Times
On All Saints Sunday, we are called to see faith amid the complexities of life using the story of Lazarus. Jesus’ followers were bound to their expectations of death and their understanding was limited. Jesus calls us to step out from the darkness into the light to be unbound and live.
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