The implications of the Gospel are always understood in translation. We see how they were perceived in first-century Rome. What are they today? Note: Even at the time, the anecdote…
The Open and Affirming process is the UCC's way of asking hard questions about what it means to be an LGBTQ person in Ankeny UCC, so that we have answers…
The Trinity shows the essential nature of God existing community. So when we come together to build closer ties, we reflect the essential nature of God.
Luke's story shows us that working to change oppression comes at a cost. There are always powerful objections. Do Good Anyway. Work for Love rather than Hate, and break down…
Sometimes, we are tempted to stop listening, to talk amongst ourselves, and to avoid proclamation. But Jesus calls us to proclaim the good news, to liberate the oppressed, to declare…