Scripture: James 1:17-27The letter of James invites us to be “doers of the word.” This means that we will have to practice embodying our faith/ What should we practice in the year to come?

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20When there is so much that can tempt us to shield ourselves and those we love from pain, or change, or conflict… how do we instead follow God’s path which invites us to radical connection, community, and even vulnerability?

Scripture: John 6:51-58, Proverbs 9:1-6Jesus tells followers to eat and drink from his body and blood. The disciples say, “This teaching is too dificult,” and we might agree. But is there in this strange meal an inviation to know Christ and one another more deeply? How have God—and others—fed us in ways that carry the … Read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33, Ephesians 4:25-5:2The end of the story between King David and his son, Absalom, is one of tragedy after a history of violence and retribution which was never faced. Can we learn what they could not: to face righteous anger, hurt, and injustice so that there might be healing, rather … Read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15, John 6:24-35Jesus offers living bread where God is cenetered in beloved community. How can we nurture this blessing and gift?.