Letter to Congregation 10-14-2020 Pastor Letter 10/14/20 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In my morning devotional time, I was reminded of the natural tendency of myself, and many others, to see ourselves through other people’s eyes. When this happens, it means we are less concerned … [Read more...]
October 10th Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 10-07-2020 October 7, 2020 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, One of my family’s favorite activities is hiking or long walks. We find that being in God’s creation gives us a break from the world and brings God’s peace to the forefront. Finding peace in these … [Read more...]
September 30th Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 09-30-2020 9/30/20 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, For a while now when I tell others that I live thirty minutes from the church, I get a common response. People assume I would get bored with the drive to and from home, at least after a while. In the car … [Read more...]
September 23 Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 09-23-2020 Pastor Letter 9/23/20 Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, This week I had the privilege of being a part of the youth group’s discussion on race and racism. As one of the facilitators, I prepared my mind for what might come, or so I thought. What I learned … [Read more...]
September 16th Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 09-16-2020 Pastor Letter 9/16/2020 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This week I have been reading and reflecting on spiritual practices. One in particular is prayer. In uncertain and divisive times as we are experiencing, prayer is ever more important in the faith … [Read more...]
September 9th Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 09-09-2020 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Isaiah 49:16 remind us that God has inscribed us on the palm of God’s hand. I do not know about you, but I find great comfort in this. This verse appeared in one of my devotionals this week with the focus that even when … [Read more...]
September 2nd Letter from the Pastor
Letter to Congregation 09-02-2020 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, In my inbox this morning was another thought-provoking writing from a friend of mine. This short writing was inspired by Revelation 21:5 “…See I am making all things new.” She is noting the pain of losses due to virus and … [Read more...]
Fall Sunday School: Growing in Grace and Gratitude (Triple G)
Dear congregation, The COVID-19 pandemic has upended any plans of meeting face-to-face like we used to. Our children enjoyed their time at the steps with Pastor Nicki and the comfort of sharing God’s word with the entire congregation. We remain fervent in the promise and hope embedded in the … [Read more...]
