We embody the divinity of diversity best when we are open to the changing ways of the Spirit. This community, in this time, has done that in all the ways and for all the things.
God is always looking for us at our best - even though God sees us (and loves us) at our worst. Is that not the beauty of God’s grace in action?
Read this week's scripture as if you just received it from a friend you met years ago who is reaching out to share their story, their fears, and their hopes.
These past few days have felt like Holy Saturday. Living into and with the unknown is a challenge and is part of our journey.
Friends, who do you carry with you? Who informed who you are and inspires who you will become?
What fires are lit that are consuming and seeking to destroy parts of you and what is ablaze with the fire of the holy spirit in you for the good works of God?
There is a lot of division in our world... but there is also courage, faithfulness, and love. And in the end, we know that love wins.
Pray for everyone you know and know of– the good, bad, destructive, and joyful.
Prayer takes courage. It takes courage to talk to God and to open yourself to what might be shared in return.
The fight for justice is fraught with physical and spiritual dislocation. Do not give up. The blessing of God is near, you just have to keep at it. Luckily you are not in it alone.
