Scripture: · Matthew 21: 1-13 The Triumphant Entry We conclude our Lenten journey by taking our first steps into another expedition: this one into Holy Week. We get to celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem with singing and palm leaves waving in the sky. We get to hear him cry
Continue readingMatthew 25:31-46 . The Judgment of the Nations Photo by Albert deVos at the 2016 Oliver Community Festival outside of R-W. As a part of the body of Christ we need to remember that it is not enough to simply survive. We thrive by living out the gospel together. We
Continue readingMatt 25:1-13 . The Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids Picture taken by Leigh Sinclair. The parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids reminds us of the importance of staying the course. This saying means “to continue doing something until it is finished or until you achieve something you plan to
Continue readingPicture taken by Jim Triscott. Matt 22: 1-14 The Parable of the Wedding Banquet Lack of commitment is almost an epidemic in our society. We have bought into this need for certainty in the community of faith. We have also bought into the need for consensus. Patrick Lencioni claims that
Continue readingPicture taken by Albert deVos of Tom Johnston and Aubrey Edworthy. Matt 20: 1-16 Labourers in the Vineyard The parable of the labourers in the vineyard provides us with a good example of the importance of facing our fear of conflict. It has been said, that “all great relationships require
Continue readingPicture taken by Tanya Eckenswiller Matt 18:15-35 Forgiveness Jesus has called the disciples to come and follow him. We too, are called to be disciples of Jesus and to be part of the body of Christ. In other words – it is time to join Team Jesus. Through this season
Continue readingPsalm 41: 7-10 Matt 16:24-17:8 . Passion prediction, bearing the cross, transfiguration In the month of February we will be using best picture Oscar Nominees to explore theology and scripture. Moonlight is a powerful movie about identity and being true to oneself. The call of discipleship requires risk and sacrifice.
Continue readingThis picture was taken by Rev. Karen Bridges Matt 15:1-20 Tradition of the Elders and things that defile In the month of February we will be using best picture Oscar Nominees to explore theology and scripture. In the movie La La Land we witness the ups and downs of a relationship while
Continue readingPsalm 95 Matt 14: 13-33 . Feeding of the 5000, walking on the sea Picture taken at a Youth Forum 2003 on the beach of Blomidin, Nova Scotia In the month of February we will be using best picture Oscar Nominees to explore theology and scripture. Manchester by the Sea, is
Continue readingPicture taken by Tammy-Jo Mortensen in the Edmonton River Valley, Nov 2016. Psalm 20 Matt 6: 7-21 . Lord’s prayer, treasure in heaven In the month of February we will be using best picture Oscar Nominees to explore theology and scripture. The film Hidden Figures is a story of struggle and will
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