Life is full of choices.   Sometimes those choices are between good things. Friday night I went to Coneflower Creamery, an ice cream place over in Blackstone. Apologies to anyoneContinue readingBible Stories Revisited: The Binding of Isaac – August 27, 2023

Scripture: Genesis 6:13-22 Possibly one of the most recognizable stories from the Old Testament. The flood and Noah’s Ark.   That story is recognizable for almost anyone, whether your JewishContinue readingAugust 20, 2023 – Bible Stories Revisited: Preventing the Flood

I am beginning to appreciate naps more and more, especially after being a new dad. The urge to nap usually comes at odd times and places. For instance sometimes whileContinue readingGolden Rules- Above All Guard your heart

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-7:5 I go through different phases of the shows I watch on TV. Recently I’ve been in an Alaskan phase and, for some reason, have watched shows aboutContinue readingSummer on the Mount: Finding Your Treasure – Sunday July 23, 2023

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-13 I discerned, figured out, my calling into ministry while I was teaching. I spent most of my time either teaching High School and Senior High Orchestra orContinue readingSummer on the Mount: The Lord’s Prayer – Sunday July 16, 2023

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 When we are born, we enter the world light and free. We’re curious, soaking everything in, learning the world around us. And as we grow up, thingsContinue readingPride Worship: Rhythms of Grace – Sunday July 9, 2023

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 Every journey needs something.  Hiking needs boots and sometimes hiking poles.  Heavy coat for winter.  Floaty and sunglasses for the pool and beach.  And, at the beginningContinue readingSummer on the Mount: The Beatitudes – June 25, 2023

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20 Different things we do and say, mannerisms, phrases, give away where we grew up or where our families are from. Whether you call the things that goContinue readingSummer on the Mount: Representing the Kingdom of Heaven – Sunday June 18, 2023

While not the most celebrated of church holidays, Trinity Sunday recognizes a core idea that permeates the church and our beliefs. The Trinity is a theological concept grounded in scriptureContinue readingTrinity Sunday: God in Three Persons – June 11, 2023

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21 and Numbers 11:24-29 The imagery of fire at Pentecost has always fascinated me.  Fire can be so devastating.  With a stray ember and a quick breeze cropsContinue readingSunday June 4, 2023 – Pentecost: Keepers of the Flame