God, you call to us, but often we do not listen. We are so busy speaking, we forget that conversations go two ways. We are so busy looking for what we want, we forget to look for what you want. Quiet our fear, our greed, and even our … [Continue reading] about confession: one-way conversations
Sunday’s Coming: working toward June 24
Have you ever noticed that even when you're out of town, Sunday still comes? Or that even in summer there are still only 168 hours in a week? Yeah... So, in the few remaining hours before Sunday, what are you contemplating? Are you looking at … [Continue reading] about Sunday’s Coming: working toward June 24
confession and pardon: walk by faith and not by sight
Prayer of Confession God who knows each heart, you call us to walk by faith and not by sight, giving us new vision that goes deeper than outward appearance; yet how often we remain blind, returning to a human point of view, relying instead on our … [Continue reading] about confession and pardon: walk by faith and not by sight
Sunday’s Coming: working toward June 17
We're into that strange part of the year, at least in the congregation I serve. Ordinary Time is in full swing, and even though it is nice to have a break from all the festivals, it can be hard to get engaged in what is new and next. On top of that, … [Continue reading] about Sunday’s Coming: working toward June 17
CTW: it is good
Leader: It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to your name, O Most High. People: We declare your steadfast love in the morning, and your faithfulness by night. Leader: As flowers unfold in the light of the sun, our creation comes … [Continue reading] about CTW: it is good
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