Podcast: Good News
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Second Sunday of Epiphany
The time after Epiphany is the church’s time to invite us to come and see who this one born in a manger will be, and to discover what this might mean for us and for the world. We are invited to “come and see” who Jesus is. We are reminded that God’s forgiveness and love…
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Baptism of Our Lord
How do we live out our baptism promises? We strive to live among God’s people in peace, care for creation and others by showing them God’s love and forgiveness, and giving everyone dignity. In baptism, we are called beloved. We are all beloved children of God through Jesus’ baptism. Accompanying Scripture:Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29, Matthew…
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Epiphany: Courageous Defiance
The story of Epiphany unveils God’s presence in unexpected places and people and courage. Today we celebrate the fullness of the Christmas story and the faith and trust of so many people to make it happen. We will also celebrate our pledged financial gifts for 2026 and give thanks for the ways God’s love moves…
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Christmas Eve Worship: Embodied Promise
The Christmas story beckons us to remember how all life begins- small, vulnerable, and yet undeniably sacred. Mary’s yes to God transforms the word. The shepherds, outcasts of their society, are the first to hear the good news. Isaiah’s promise of light breaking into darkness find fulfillment not in the empire’s grandeur but in a manager among…
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Third Sunday in Advent: Unexpected Joy
Joy in the context of Advent is not escapism, pleasantry or emotional detachment. It is prophetic defiance. This week we hear the story of Elizabeth and Mary proclaim joy not as avoidance of pain but as the response of a people who know God dwells with the lowly. This Sunday, we celebrate the important joy of this…
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Second Sunday in Advent
On this second Sunday of advent we met another dreamer, John the Baptist. In John’s vision, peace is when everything is set right—where people are treated fairly, everyone has enough, creation is cared for, and no one needs to be afraid. This week we are invited to boldly imagine peace and remember that preparing for…
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First Sunday of Advent: Vigilant Hope
This week we begin Advent, the first season in the church year. We remember in Advent that God’s love came close to us in Jesus and we look forward with hope to the ways God is still at work in our world. Hope is not just wishing for something but believing and acting as if…
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Christ the King Sunday
In our anxiety we want Jesus to be our magical savior. Instead of one who fixes everything in an instant, Jesus is the King who walks beside us through the ups and downs. The reign of Christ invites us to lives of service—and again and again as we care for the needs of others we…
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23rd Sunday after Pentecost
The world is ending and yet our texts remind us today not to lose hope. God promises to be right here in the midst of the mess-the messes we make, the messes that find us and the messes beyond our control. Accompanying Scripture:Malachi 4:1-2, Isaiah 12:2-6, Luke 21:5-19
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Comfort Your Hearts
When life throws a curveball and one ends up in the hospital, religion often becomes an important aspect of the hospital stay. Comfort your hearts with God and with Jesus. Spiritual care is important at all times, but it is often incredibly needed for patients receiving medical treatment, as well as for their families and loved ones.…