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From the Senior Minister—April 2, 2024

Years ago, I came across a story about a woman who struggled with anxiety and panic attacks. Longing for relief, she wisely sought help from mental health professionals. Alongside their guidance, she discovered another source of comfort: memorized prayers. Recognizing the need for a lifeline during overwhelming moments, she committed a few prayers to memory. […]

From the Senior Minister (march 25, 2024)

On Easter Sunday, I will preach our final “I am” statement in the gospel of John, where Jesus declares in John, chapter 11, “I am the resurrection and the life.” Understanding Jesus as both the resurrection and the life can significantly impact how we perceive and navigate the world because it invites us to recognize […]

From the Senior Minister (March 11, 2024)

Did you know that the term “homosexual” wasn’t present in any Bible translation, in any language, until 1946? Despite all my theological training, this fact came as a surprise to me. This insight, among others, is explored in the new groundbreaking documentary, 1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture. According to promotional material, the film “traces […]

From the Senior Minister (February 12, 2024)

Join us at 6:00pm on Wednesday, February 14, for an experiential Ash Wednesday Worship Service in the Sanctuary as we embark on the sacred journey of Lent. Adults, youth and children are encouraged to participate in the service. Childcare on the nursery hallway will be available for those three-years-old and younger. Ash Wednesday marks the […]

The Care and Feeding of Ministers

After years of writing articles admonishing us to care well for others and ourselves, the installation of our new Senior Minister Dr. McEntyre has made me realize I’ve never written about minister care. You might be surprised to know that the gifts that help your ministers the most are actually habits of relating. I share […]