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Donations for Nightshift

I wanted to let you all know about a blanket drive that we are having for Nightshift in Wallie

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Sunday Reflection

Christ will come again: We watch, we prepare, we get ready. Luke 3:1-6: The people who came out to hear John the Baptist would have recognized the Isaiah passage he was proclaiming. Did these people notice that something was not quite … Continue reading

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Advent Message from Bishop Stephens

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Stewardship talk part 2!

Here is the second part of the stewardship talk by Andy!

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Stewardship talk Part 1

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Sunday Reflection

Our Temples and Buildings: A beautiful building, the Temple –laboriously built and the pride of the people. Impressive now, Jesus agrees, but not one stone will be left upon stone. The kingdom he offers is not about fancy buildings. His kingdom … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Gratitude and Giving: During the last weeks of the season after Pentecost, the Gospel of Mark, our primary guide, continues. The kingdom of God is open for all people. We hear this message in the readings about the rich man, the … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Blindness and Faith: No ceremony, no pomposity, no swooping in with fuss and feathers. No needs assessments, no programs. Jesus simply stands before the pleading blind man and asks: “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus can see … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Servanthood: It’s hard to fault the sons of Zebedee for their zeal, but this passage reveals them to be more than a bit woolly-headed. They come to Jesus asking to be glorified with him, one on his right and one on … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Saint Michael and All Angels – Today we celebrate those mysterious beings which Scripture calls “angels,” a name which comes from the Greek word for “messengers.” Messengers from God can be visible or invisible, and may take human or non-human forms. Christians have always … Continue reading

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