Psalm 100 • Make a joyful noise. Matthew 25:31-46 • Help those in need. Every step counts. Every word of gratitude makes a difference. Every action we take, and every decision we make can change the future when we live our lives in faith, hope and love. Jesus said that
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1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 • God comes as a thief in the night. Matthew 25:14-30 • Parable of the talents. What do you focus on more, the limitation or the possibilities? In this liminal time the possibilities are limitless. We will never discover what is possible without experimentation, without taking a
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Exodus 32:1-14 The Golden CalfMatthew 22:1-14 The Parable of the Wedding Banquet In the most recent statement of faith of The United Church of Canada, it begins by acknowledging that “God is Holy Mystery, beyond complete knowledge, above perfect description. Yet, in love, the one eternal God seeks relationship.” It
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Psalm 95 Sing to the Lord John 4:5-42 Jesus and the Samaritan Woman Have you ever felt invisible, like nobody noticed you were there? For probably the first time in this Samaritan’s woman’s life, someone saw her for who she was! Jesus not only saw her, but asked for her
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Haggai 1:15b-2:9 The future glory of the temple. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica The scriptures remind us that we are broken but hopeful believers. The prophet Haggai reminds the people of faith that God will give us the courage to hold onto tradition while seeing the present
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2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 Thessalonians/ Faith and Example Luke 19:1-10 Jesus and Zacchaeus As we listen and explore the story of Zaccheaus (a tax-collector of small stature) we see Jesus’ mission, of seeking out the lost, in action. How many of us are presently holding God’s call at arms-length? How
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Exodus 3: 1-15 Moses at the Burning Bush. Luke 17:5-10 Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers. Part of being a disciple is not letting our fear of inadequacy or lack of ability stop us from participating and investing in what we believe. God calls each of us, even though we often feel
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Psalm 66: 1-9 Praise for God’s Goodness of Israel Galatians 6:1-16 Bear one another’s burdens Do not grow weary of doing the right thing! This is Paul’s message to the Galatians. Even in the midst of crisis and turmoil, strive to live in faithful service with gratitude, humility, compassion and
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Scriptures: Psalm 148 Let the whole creation praise God. Colossians 3:12-17 Clothe yourselves with compassion and kindness. Compassion, Kindness, humility, meekness and patience – that is what we are asked to wear as we greet the new year. The great news of Christmas is that Christ dwells within in us,
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Scriptures: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a and Psalm 1 Robertson-Wesley is committed to welcoming all people, including all people, and acting in love and honouring the diversity in this community. This takes courage, strength, humbleness, and gentleness. It is time to do the hard work of getting along with each other and
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