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I hear the word, “tribalism,” a lot these days. Many people are concerned that as a nation we are becoming more divided. We are more likely to segregate ourselves into like-minded groups. We reinforce our own beliefs and prejudices with social media. We are

We conclude our 5-week worship series on the Psalms this weekend. Our focus will be on the Psalms for the Community. **Every year, the faithful community would take a pilgrimage to the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. Along the way, the sojourners looked

This weekend, we’ll be focusing on the Psalms of Lament. Perhaps not the most exciting ones to think about, but maybe the most real and authentic ones. There are more Psalms of Lament than any other Psalms. These Psalms honestly share

“When it comes to our children, we’re responsible for the praying and the teaching and God’s responsible for the outcome and the keeping.”   These words seem to be consistent with the writings of Psalm 78:1-7 (Common English Bible). “Listen,

Do you ever feel rushed? Anxious? Overwhelmed? Scattered? Misunderstood? Mistreated? Disconnected from God and/or the people around you? If any of this sounds like you, the Psalms might be a very helpful resource for you. This week we continue with

The first question ~ the Weather this weekend First & foremost, we want everyone to be safe. For your own safety and the safety of those around you, please decide what’s best for you. We will determine by 1:00 on Saturday,

THIS WEEK IN WORSHIP Most of us have taken the Christmas decorations down and put them away. The thrill of some of the Christmas presents is already wearing off. Some toys have already broken. Is Christmas over? What comes after Christmas? Theologian Howard

Saturday, Dec 29 5:00pm Worship Sunday, Dec 30   10:00am Worship (No Sunday School)       I’ll admit that when I first heard the story of the boy Jesus being left in Jerusalem (Luke 2:41-52), my young brain wondered if God had chosen the best

Our Upcoming Worship Schedule:                Saturday, Dec 22 5:00                Sunday, Dec 23   10:00 Worship (No Sunday School)                Christmas Eve Services   4:00 & 7:00                Saturday, Dec 29 5:00                Sunday, Dec 30   10:00 Worship (No

How are your preparations going for Christmas? Specifically, how are you and your loved ones getting prepared spiritually to fully experience this Christmas season? I am looking forward to the Chancel Choir Christmas Cantata. This is what Janna wrote about