Advent 1 Hanging of the Greens: How Can I Be Sure – Acknowledging our Weariness

Scripture Reading (CEB) Luke 1:5-23 5 During the rule of King Herod of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah. His wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron. 6 They were both righteous before God, blameless in their observance of all the Lord’s commandments and regulations. 7 They had no children because…

November 19: Useless?

Scripture Reading (MSG) Matthew 25:14-30 14 “Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going into another country, who called together his servants and loaned them money to invest for him while he was gone. 15 “He gave $5,000 to one, $2,000 to another, and $1,000 to the last—dividing it in…

October 8: Thanksgiving – Give thanks in every situation

Scripture Reading (CEB) 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 12 Brothers and sisters, we ask you to respect those who are working with you, leading you, and instructing you. 13 Think of them highly with love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 14 Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are disorderly. Comfort the discouraged. Help…