Genesis 12:1-8 | September 8, 2024
The people of God have always been on the move. Since the days of Abram, God invites people to look outward rather than just inward. All of this is still a choice. Like Abram had to decide to “go”, so…
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October 8, 2023 – Micah 4:1-5
God's vision of the future is a bright one filled with hope. Even in the darkest of times, we can trust in God's power and grace to be at work in our lives and in the world. For followers of…
September 10, 2023 – Luke 10:17-24
This week's episode: Rev. Dr. Craig Brown and Rev. Camille Pook reflect on Camille's recent mission trip to Colombia. With Luke 10 guiding their conversation Pastor Camille shares powerful examples and stories that reflect Jesus' teaching.
August 13, 2023 – John 20:19-23
Going from being a simple follower to one “who is sent” is a BIG transition. On the very first Easter Sunday, Jesus tells his disciples that each of them will now become a person who has been sent by him…
August 6, 2023 – Acts 1:1-8
Jesus' final words to his followers before his ascension are important to hear today. Jesus is seeking to enlarge their vision. Their perspective is to keep things conventional and simple. Jesus invites them to see that the mission is one…
March 26, 2023 – Matthew 25:31-46 | Finding Confidence in Compassion
The notion of a final judgment often brings a sense of fear causing us to wonder what side of that judgement we may find ourselves. Jesus tells a story about judgement where all people are separated into two groups. Those…
May 29, 2022-Acts 1:1-11 (Ascension C)
Too many religious people have their eyes set on heaven. Doing so keeps us from the work of compassion and justice that is needed in the world. When Jesus ascended, he promised that he would come again. Between these comings,…