Art work and calligraphyby Laura FosterText: 1 Corinthians 1:18 1 Corinthians 1:18–31 • Christ the power and wisdom of God The cross is central to our Christian symbolism—crucial as it were. There are many forms in which cross has been represented, but beyond them all, including the crucifix and the
Continue readingPsalm 98 . O sing a new to God Luke 18: 16 . Let the children come to me Luke 10:38-42 . Mary sat at Jesus feet and listened Art work and calligraphy by Laura Foster Celtic Christianity is known for producing wonderful works of art collectively. The Celts believed
Continue readingArt by Laura Foster Psalm 143 In you I put my trustSirach 6:5-17 Faithful friendsIn the tradition of Celtic Spirituality there is a practice called Anam Cara – The friend of the Soul. A soul friend is someone who walks the spiritual journey with you as a source of wise
Continue readingActs 2:1-4 The Holy Spirit descends on the people1 Corinthians 12:1-13 Variety of gifts by the same Spirit Paul continues to confront the variety of dissentions in the broader community life. He longs to counteract self-centeredness and teaches the people of Corinth that each person has been given gifts from
Continue reading1 Corinthians 15:1-26 . Paul proclaims the resurrection of Christ Paul’s writings today “call us all to action and to a new way of living in the present age, rooted in a hope for the age to come,” as Jerry Irish, a theologian writes. The message in the scriptures today
Continue readingActs 18: 1-4 Aquila and Priscilla1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Appeal to unite Paul’s message to the people of Corinth is that we cannot let our diversity stop us from uniting in Christ. Paul believes that he was sent to proclaim the gospel and unite people in a common mission. He went
Continue readingActs 17: 1-9 Paul and Silas preach in Thessalonica1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Giving Thanks David Armour is our special guest today. David holds two roles in support of the giving programs of the church; Director of Philanthropy, United Church of Canada President, United Church of Canada Foundation listenview
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