Modern Church Problems: Has Everything Changed Forever?
Yes, life is different after COVID, even when it feels like we’ve returned to the way of life we had before. It’s hard to overstate the impact the pandemic has had on churches across the world. Rev. Catherine Nance is the Senior Minister of Church Street…
Lectio Divina: Psalm 137:1-4
Psalm 137:1-4 from The Inclusive Bible: By the rivers of Babylon, we sat and wept, remembering Zion. On the willows there we hung up our harps For there our captors taunted us to sing our songs, our tormentors demanded songs of joy: “Sing us one of the songs of Zion!” But how could we sing…
We Celebrate a Successful Coat Distribution!
Thank you to all the church and community members who provided coats for 29 families in our community! The joyful distribution took place on Monday, September 19. Volunteers greeted parents in the Welcome Center and allowed them to pick out the perfect scarf or pair of gloves for themselves and their kids. One sweet child…
Deconstructing Faith with Steve Martin (but not the one you’re thinking of)
Religious people can be very polarized on this topic: is it good (or bad) to question basic tenets of your faith? Our guest today has the unlikely name of Steve Martin and is one of the leading podcasters discussing deconstructionism, a movement in faith…
Pray for Our Mission Team
Our mission team is working hard and making a difference! Jim Michel recently messaged us: “We’ve had two fulfilling workdays following two travel days. The team is dedicated. The weather is wet. The Panamanian people we are serving are lovely.” Please continue to pray for our team and the people they meet.
Lectio Divina: Luke 15:3-7
Luke 15:3-7 (The Inclusive Bible) Jesus then addressed this parable to them: Who among you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of them, doesn’t leave the ninety-nine in the open pasture and search for the lost one until it’s found? And finding it, you put the sheep on your shoulders in jubilation. Once home,…