Psalm 32 • Blessed are those who are forgiven. Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 • The prodigal son Why do we hide our fears, and insecurities from the people we love? We often hide from that which makes us feel vulnerable, which leads us to isolation, and disconnection. What happens when
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Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 • I will raise you up on eagle’s wings. Luke 4:1-13 • Jesus tested in the desert. As the season of Lent begins, we are invited to trust in God! We heard the call from Jesus to follow him in the season of Epiphany. Now it is
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Exodus 34:29-35 • Moses is radiant. Luke 9:28-36 • Jesus is transfigured. Sometimes going on a trip or a pilgrimage can change everything. Often it helps to see the world and ourselves in a different light. As we discover things we learn more about ourselves. We need not fear. This
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Psalm 138 • Do not forsake the works of your hands, O God. Luke 5:1-11 • Jesus calls Simon and James and John. Answering God’s call is not always easy, nor is it always an option. As faithful followers we are each called to be part of bringing people together,
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Jeremiah 1:4-10 • Jeremiah’s call. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 • Love is patient Words have power. People of faith are encouraged and reminded to speak words that are kind and loving. Before speaking with others a good rule of thumb is to ask, “Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it
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Isaiah 43:1-7 • I will be with you. Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 • Jesus is baptized by John. Have you ever felt overwhelmed? Have you ever felt that the world has taken all that you have to give and that there is nothing left? Do you long to feel at peace,
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Isaiah 60: 1-6 • Arise, shine; for your light has come. Matthew 2:1-12 • The visit of the magi. The journey we have undertaken following the star has reached its conclusion. We have arrived! And what do we bring? It isn’t long from birth to warning. There is not much
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Luke 1:39-55 • Mary visits Elizabeth The power of love is real. To know that we are loved and that we are supported can make all the difference in the world. This is the story of two women coming together in mutual support. God provides both Mary and Elizabeth with
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Luke 1:68-79 • Zechariah sings, “Blessed be the God of Israel.” Luke 3:1-6 • A voice calling in the desert. I wonder if we will ever be prepared for what God has in store for us? Imagine how you would react if God surprised you? I think many of us
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Psalm 132:1-12 • The eternal dwelling of God in Zion. Revelations 1:4b-8 • I am the Alpha and the Omega. The psalm reminds us that we are in relationship with God, a covenantal relationship. We have committed to listen and trust in God to guide us and that we will
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