Celebrating Love: An Op-Ed
The article that follows is an extended version of a letter sent to the church in the last newsletter. This version was written as an op-ed for local newspapers: The
Continue readingThe Homies of God*
*Homey is a slang word defined as a term of endearment signifying a close relationship characterized by faith and trust. New Testament Reading-John 2:1-11
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New Testament Reading-Mark 6: 1-6 I decided that for my sermon today I would address three of the suggested topics and questions that I received from church members in the
Continue readingAll Creatures Great and Small
Hebrew Scripture Reading-Psalm 148 What’s fact and what’s fiction is hard to determine, but legend has it that on a road six miles south of Assisi, Saint Francis became a
Continue readingAmerican Idol: Karaoke Jam and Ice Cream Social
On Sunday, August 23rd, we will be having an ice cream social and karaoke jam on our labyrinth from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Start practicing in the shower and get
Continue readingOutdoor Worship Service and Blessing of the Animals
On Sunday, August 16th, we will have a special outdoor worship service on the labyrinth. Come and sing camp song favorites as we enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting! Following the
Continue readingTranscendent Joy
New Testament Reading-Philippians 1: 12-22 When I was conducting research for my dissertation, I visited a wide variety of churches including a church that was part of the Word of
Continue readingThe Holy Spirit Tailwind
New Testament Reading—1 Thessalonians 5: 14-22 A dramatic monologue featuring Rev. Brooks Berndt playing the role of Rev. Paddy Paddlewhompus, a revivalist. Hallelujah! Praise the Lord! I’m so happy to
Continue readingEmpty Calories: A Letter from the Pastor
Dear Church Family and Friends, Recently as I was eating a bowl of ramen noodles, I recalled a friend of mine who once caught sight of one of my ramen
Continue readingDear Diary
New Testament Reading—2 Corinthians 5: 15-20 (Stage Notes: The diary writer enters the stage with diary and pen in hand. He sits at a desk facing the audience as he
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