In a world beset by unstable institutions and changing bedrocks and assumptions, we need a faith that teaches us how to adapt and change to meet the challenges of different…
The story of Thomas's encounter with the risen Christ shows us not only what our own reactions to good news can often look like, but the hope that there is…
What does morality demand of us that come into a windfall? What does it demand of us in our interaction with others? And how do we square our grand idea…
Ruth and Naomi eventually find security in Boaz's house. But in linking this story to the story of Judah and Tamar, the writers remind us that pregnancies don't always lead…
The Book of Eccelsiastes contains some difficult-to-understand sentiments, often dealing with the pointlessness of much human endeavor. In this passage, though, we see the underlying argument--what is our role on…
On our Sunday recognizing servant leaders and graduates, we talk about our core identity as a church that Cares Within. Sometimes that means listening, sometimes that means leading, sometimes that…
Daniel reminds us that in the midst of suffering and uncertainty, our faith gives us assurance that God is with us, and we may always hope for a future. But…
Samuel was called from the household of Eli to preach God's word of reform to priests exploiting people in the temple. Millenia later, Martin Luther was called to reform the…
We continue our exploration of worship with music--who knew there was an age-old debate between sedate and enthusiastic singing. What music brings you joy and feeling?
When we worship together, God smiles.
What could the experience of a person who wanted to learn about Jesus, but who did not fit neatly into sex and gender categories back in the first century tell…
We sometimes get used to thinking of suffering as something deserved by others to protect ourselves. Jesus tells us to celebrate when we can end suffering and reach out to…
Maybe Jesus is God's way of saying, "no, really, I understand that you're scared and want to be safe. But the world isn't safe, and you need to help and…
In the midst of pain and suffering, we sometimes get the great joy of announcing liberation. Liberation for those who have no security. Liberty to those who live under the…
Sometimes, you need to find joy wherever you can. And so, a week before the new Star Wars movie, we wonder what the future will bring, both to the world…
What's with this book of love poetry hidden in the middle of the Bible? Maybe it's a reminder to take advantage of the bodies God made for us, to find…
As we move on into the expansion of the kingdom of Israel under King David, we read about the celebration that accompanies the arrival in Jerusalem of the ark, and…
As we celebrate 12 days of Christmas. Sing! We sing in celebration, and feel emotion, and give ourselves the opportunity to let loose. And when's a better time to wear…
