by Jack Williamson | May 29, 2022 | Articles
On a mountain trek into the back country, I asked teens to keep their eyes out for God. Along the trail each was tasked with watching for how they saw God in the wilderness or our experiences. Each night I would remind them to be looking and ready to share on our last...
by Jack Williamson | May 22, 2022 | Articles
Both Matthew and Mark tell of Jesus beginning his ministry with these words, “Repent, for the Kingdom of God/Heaven is at hand.” At first thought, this doesn’t really sound like a call to celebration. Truly, I ask you, can you remember anyone coming into their...
by Andy Wall | May 15, 2022 | Articles
The following poem, “Poppies” by Mary Oliver, reflects on the springtime miracle of these local blooms, a familiar sight to most of us this time of year. Threatening this swaying miracle is the deep blue night, the darkness which stalks all living things, bringing...
by conejochurch | May 8, 2022 | Articles
[Editor’s Note: Today’s guest editorial, by minister Matt Soper, reminds us of the enduring influence of Moms and offers Happy Mother’s Day wishes to all of our Moms.] No one is poor who has had a godly mother. Abraham Lincoln When I was going through summer training...
by Andy Wall | May 1, 2022 | Articles
“Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock....
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