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Three Perspectives on Trauma and Healing

Date: February 23, 2021
Scripture: 2 Kings 5
Preacher: Rev. Eileen Parfrey

One Sunday during fellowship time, two brothers tried to teach me about Star Wars: which movies to watch and in what order. What I got out of that was not an appreciation for the plotline but for the storyteller’s trick of non-chronological releases of prequels and sequels. We usually read Naaman’s story as if it’s … read

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Something Happened

Date: February 14, 2021
Scripture: Mark 9:2-8
Preacher: Rev. Laurie Newman

The way a crowShook down on meThe dust of snowFrom a Hemlock treeHas given my heartA change of mood,And saved some partOf a day I had rued.—Robert Frost Poet John Ciardi once wrote that we shouldn’t ask “What does a poem mean?” but “How does a poem mean?” The concern is not to arrive at … read

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When You’re Weary

Date: February 7, 2021
Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

A few months ago, I started seeing references to something called “the nap ministry.” I made assumptions about what it was – an encouragement for folks to take naps. What I wonderful thing, I thought, as someone who is a big believer in naps. But as often happens with our beliefs, be they in naps … read

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Sermon for the Installation of the Rev. Chris Dela Cruz

Date: January 24, 2021
Scripture: Mark 1:16-20
Guest Preacher: Reverend Aqueelah Ligonde

I am so happy to be a part of this service for my brother Chris. Over the past few years, I have had the absolute joy of watching God work through this amazing man of God. I have witnessed God’s hand on his life, his ministry, and his awesome family. Today is an honor indeed. … read

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Light and Life to All

Date: January 10, 2021
Scripture: Mark 1:4-11
Preacher: Rev. Laurie Newman

When Benjamin Franklin emerged from Independence Hall, he was recognized by a woman who asked him, “What kind of government are you giving us?” “A republic, Madam, if you can keep it.” A republic is a state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected … read

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Quo Vadis

Date: January 3, 2021
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

Years ago, a dear friend gave me a copy of the book Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz. If you don’t know the book or haven’t seen the movie, it’s a story set in Emperor Nero’s Rome, a sweeping tale of romance and morality and, yes, faith. The phrase “quo vadis” is Latin, and it means, … read

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