January 2021 Prelude to conversation… There is no question… Christmas is over… The day on which we wish everyone peace and good will…seems to be long past. At some point…the people celebrating Christmas recognized that one day was not enough … Continue reading →
Advent December 2020 Prelude to conversation… The ultimate goal of farming is not the growing of crops, but the cultivation and perfection of human beings. Masanobu Fukuoka, Japan When I read this there is a trickle of excitement… of … Continue reading →
Answer the following questions without opening your Bible. Jesus was born at night in the morning at an unknown time Jesus was born in a stable in a manger at an unknown place The shepherds found Jesus in … Continue reading →
Luke 2:1-6 In those days Caesar Augustus declared that everyone throughout the empire should be enrolled in the tax lists. 2 This first enrollment occurred when Quirinius governed Syria. 3 Everyone went to their own cities to be enrolled. 4 Since Joseph … Continue reading →
Luke 2:9-11 The Lord’s angel stood before them, the Lord’s glory shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 The angel said, “Don’t be afraid! Look! I bring good news to you—wonderful, joyous news for all people. 11 Your savior is born … Continue reading →
Glad Tidings The Rev. Caroline Kramer This painting represents both the silence and the power of the Incarnation, of the child growing in His mother’s womb ready to come into the world in an explosion of light and grace. … Continue reading →
Advent Wreath Candle Lighting Fourth Week of Advent, December 20, 2020 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16 & Luke 1:26-38 Reader One: We live on the brink every day. We stand on the threshold between this world and the next one. We … Continue reading →
Psalm 85:10 Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet; righteousness and peace will kiss each other. Both the Bethlehem manger and the Calvary cross are sign of salvation for all of us. But so is the life lived between, … Continue reading →
Joy is Jesus wrapped in swaddling bands, Joy is Jesus in Mary’s loving hands. Joy is Jesus making sorrow sing, Mending deepest heartaches—what a gift to bring! For from the highest heavens, knowing well His plan, God laid Him … Continue reading →
