From The Pastor’s Pen

Comfort and consolation are vital aspects of the Christian life. How we live through our losses, disappointments and heartache can make a huge difference in our lives. Knowing the ways that we find comfort, and intentionally building those strategies can…
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Invited Written by Rev. Sarah Are I like to imagine that each year,God invites me to a party.God drops me a note that says, “No gifts, casual dress. Come just as you are.”I like to imagine that I am brave…
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I believe in the sun even when it is not shiningAnd I believe in love, even when there’s no one there.And I believe in God, even when he is silent.I believe through any trial, there is always a wayBut sometimes…
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The season of Advent reminds us that the birth of Jesus was the moment when God pierced through the darkness and sin of our world and was present with us in our human condition. The waiting of Advent always brings…
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Celebrating Christmas this year Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever! Hebrews 13:8 Christmas Eve worship will be offered on our parking lot at 1pm and 4pm this year. We will also have a Candlelight Service available on…
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All creatures of Our God and King,lift up your voice and with us sing.Alleluia, Alleluia!Thou burning sun with golden beam,Thou silver moon with softer gleam:O praise him, O praise himAlleluia, alleluia, alleluia! –William Henry Draper, based on a poem by…
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Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Romans 12 When I compare my childhood to my son’s experience, I sometimes get nervous. As a child, I wanted instant gratification, but it was difficult to come by most…
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But now, says the Lord — the one who created you, Jacob, the one who formed you, Israel: Don’t fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters,…
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1 Peter 1:3-7a 3 May the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ be blessed! On account of his vast mercy, he has given us new birth. You have been born anew into a living hope through the resurrection of…
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These words from Romans 12:12 have been my mantra as we have begun this time when hope, patience and perseverance will be vital for our world. We are an Easter people. That means every time we experience the reality of…
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