Matt 28: 16-20 — Make disciples of all nations This is the moment of transition from discipleship to mission and ministry. The scripture captures the final commissioning where the disciples are called and empowered by Jesus to do as Jesus did. Their mission is to spread the good news, to
Continue readingPsalm 118: 19-24Matthew 28: 1-10 As people we are living in a time of deep darkness, and uncertainty, but this is not the end of the story, for we see and we enter a great light. This light will show us a way through conflict, the light of Christ gives
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 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
Continue readingPhoto by Rev. Karen Bridges in Tofino, Jan 2015Matt 5: 1-20 . The Beatitudes On the anniversary of Robertson-Wesley United Church, the scriptures reminds us of our call. It isn’t enough these days to simply talk about what we believe. It isn’t enough to simply come to worship. As disciples,
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