Embracing the Body of Christ
Currently, we find ourselves in a world where all kinds of encounters are possible. Unlike prior generations, connections can be accomplished with rapid speed. We can choose to fly or …
Our lives at the table of the Lord
The idea of people coming together to share a meal at a common table sometime seems to be outdated or a bit strange. More than ever, we are busy with …
The gift of faith and community
One of the laudable aspects of the American spirit is the propensity to pursue ideals with great passion, skill and tenacity. People around the world often look at us with …
Sharing our mission in Christ
When was the last time you went on a mission trip? For many of us the experience of going on an expedition beyond the geographical borders of our neighborhood is …
Remembering and keeping the good
An enduring tradition of the New Year is the practice of resolutions. The idea of welcoming the new horizon with fresh perspectives and goals is desirable and seems achievable. And …
Gifted and elevated in Christ
image is Mt. Taranaki (Mt. Egmont) New Zealand The cultural celebration of Christmas places much energy and focus in the frenzied search for the right gifts for our family members …
Walking into deeper communion on our common journey
Most people rarely walk to and from their destinations. Our culture is comfortable with high-speed motion. We drive and fly to nearby and faraway places, and we’re impatient with unforeseen …
Resting in the heart of Christ
Among the overabundance of signs and symbols that comprise our ordinary lives, there is one that takes center stage when dealing with what is most dear to us — the …
Caring for one another in Christ
In today’s culture, it’s easy to access different sources of world news. In fact, ours is a life lived in digital proximity to one another. Through the use of technology, …
We belong together
In the current cultural and social climate saturated with contentious and polarizing rhetoric, the idea that we belong together in community may appear out of place. More and more, digital …