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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1 Timothy 1:12-17 Gratitude for Mercy Luke 15: 1-10 Parable of the lost sheep and coin. We are called together by Christ to be disciples. Hear the Good News – that which is lost has been found. Even when we find ourselves in the darkest of spaces lost and alone,
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Jeremiah 1:4-10 God Calls Jeremiah Luke 13: 10-17 Jesus Heals on the Sabbath In life, we receive many invitations or “calls” yet when we are uncertain about ourselves or unclear about what we are capable of we may run from those invitations or opportunities. Jesus has no hesitation about the
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2 Kings 2: 1-2, 6-14 Picking up the Mantle Galatians 5:1, 13-25 The Fruit of the Spirit We rely on the Spirit for the boldness we need to use our gifts. We rely on God as we follow Jesus call to us to serve the whole world. We are called
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Psalm 148 Let the whole creation praise God. John 13:31-35 A New Commandment: love one another. What did Jesus reveal in his resurrection? Jesus revealed that we cannot go where he is going. What we can do is live out his mission in the world, by choosing to be Christ’s
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Being Christian means that Jesus challenges us to live to a higher standard. We are being asked to break down the systems of oppression that produce social and physical barriers both real and perceived. The gospel prescribes an ethic of generosity for Christian living…sowing generosity where nothing is expected to
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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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Luke 1:47-55 Mary’s Song Luke 1:39-55 Mary visits Elizabeth As young women about to become mothers, we can imagine the expectations they have for this new life growing inside them. With these self-imposed expectations of how to be a good mother, there comes fear, anxiety, and worry that they won’t
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Ruth 1: 1-18 and Mark 12:28-34 The love of God transcends cultures and social expectations. Jesus was asked, “What is the number one most important thing?” His answer was simple: love God and love your neighbor. God’s love has the power to redefine what a family is and what we
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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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