Pastor's Blog

Misery Loves Company?

Lately in our worship we’ve been looking at the biblical figure of Joseph–you know, with the famous multicolor coat. We’ve noticed that the story of his life takes on a multicolor flair as well. He experiences life at …

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The Beginning of Change

We have all been watching as political unrest has unfolded in our divided nation. Disagreement, even about serious issues, is one thing, but we can all agree that democracy is easily threatened by violence, injustice, …

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Join Us on Christmas Eve

Be sure to make plans to join us for a very special online Christmas Eve service at 7:00 p.m. Many of us enjoy the longstanding tradition of a Christmas Eve candlelight service, but of course, everything is different …

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The Prince of Peacemakers

During our worship this Sunday we will look at Isaiah’s expectation of the birth of a King who would be called the Prince of Peace. If there’s anything we need these days, it’s a generous helping of peace. Our nation has …

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An Everlasting Father

A lot of people gather with family members during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Undoubtedly, this year will be different for many of us. We’re all figuring out new ways to gather virtually and connect in other ways. During …

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Light Has Dawned

This is the time of year when days get shorter and the night grows noticeably longer. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that many people feel due to seasonal changes, especially relating to …

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What’s In a Name?

Some of us have a nickname or a pet name. Some of us go by a name that is entirely different from our “real” name. Sometimes names can stick with us for our entire life. And they often tell others something about us. …

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A Priceless Pearl

La Peregrina Pearl is one of the most valuable and famous pearls in the world. It was first found more than five centuries ago and has been owned by monarchs of Spain and England. It ended up at a Sotheby’s auction in …

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Finders Keepers

A year or two ago, we were walking back to the car in the dark after a UM football game at Hard Rock Stadium. While we were cutting through the huge parking lot our son found a $20 bill on the ground. There was no one …

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An Ever-Present Kingdom

When Covid lockdown first started last spring, many people noticed that it was hard to find baker’s yeast. Turns out that a lot of folks started making bread at home and baker’s yeast was one of numerous items suddenly …

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