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We were going to sing this hymn originally as the sermon hymn for this Sunday. And then, we were going to try to add it to the service. But we’re finding that using music in worship is a lot more complex than we had hoped – copyright issues, social media platforms... Read More →

The crucifixion story is one that I hold very near to my heart, now especially after saying goodbye to two children, one during Lent and one whose sickness started during Holy Week. That our God would willingly allow His Son to die, in order that we could be forgiven! This... Read More →

As I said a couple of days ago, I have a deep, abiding love of Lenten hymns. The poetry is so beautiful, and I could sit and ponder the language all day (apologies to all non-English majors out there). I mean, look at the fourth verse. Where else do you see a word like... Read More →

Welcome to the second music blog post of our Lenten quarantine! Read More →

Because of the format we are using for worship right now, trying to worship together with music is a lot more complicated. But there is so much beauty and richness in music, that I hope to use this blog as a point of contact and connection right now. During Lent, I’ve been... Read More →

On a Sunday morning, things at church are hopping. People are everywhere, the building is in full use, everything is busy. The same thing happens on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We are a host site for senior lunches in the community on those days, so from about 10am until... Read More →

If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three... Read More →

God Himself took a day to rest after creating the world. We know this from the very first book of the Bible. Six days were spent in the business of creation, from the rhythms of the solar system to the intricate details of the tiniest insect, and then after everything was done... Read More →

We’ve started something new at church in 2018. In an effort to recognize those who serve in our midst, and also to have more time of fellowship, we are holding 5th Sunday Potlucks. Every time a month has five Sundays (it happens about four times a year), we will have a... Read More →

As the wife of the pastor, I am in a unique position to know a lot and, simultaneously, know nothing at all. I am at church so much, both in my role as DCE and in my role as wife of the pastor, and I am also next to him at home when he gets phone calls and heads out the door to... Read More →