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Mar 12, 20211 min read

The Resurrection Cross

Only when the cross has its way with us can the cross be a beautiful symbol of the faith.

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Feb 17, 20211 min read

Ash Wednesday

Again and again, we return to the season of Lent. February 17 is Ash Wednesday, the first day in Lent. This 40-day period leading up to...

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Mar 15, 20181 min read

Sunday preview: the limits of salvation in John's gospel

Join us this Sunday at 9:00 AM for contemporary worship or at 11:00 AM for traditional worship! The scripture passage that will be our...

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Feb 22, 20180 min read

February 25 Worship Preview

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Feb 16, 20181 min read

Lenten Discipline: Giving Alms

In the gospel of Matthew, Jesus says, "When you give alms," not "If you give alms." Jesus expects his disciples to share what they have...

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Feb 15, 20181 min read

Lenten Discipline: Fasting

In the Bible, Jesus says, "When you fast," not, "If you fast." While many people go on diets, the spiritual discipline of fasting is...

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Feb 14, 20181 min read

What is Ash Wednesday and Lent?

Lent is the 40 days, not counting Sundays, before Easter. This year Easter falls on April 1, which means that today, Ash Wednesday, is...

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