Scott Erickson reflects on how not having it together allows us to connect with God and God’s grace [John 1:43-51]. Reflection What activities in your life seem to draw you to God? What activities in your life seem to pull you away from God? When or where are you most likely to be aware of God’s presence? When or where […]
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Divine Generosity
Weylin Lee reflects on how our generosity can more accurately reflect the divine generosity that God offers us [Matthew 20:1-16]. Reflection How might we practice generosity in a way that’s more expansive and inclusive? How does our value and desire for fairness impact our ability to receive and practice generosity? Spiritual Practice Expand your circle of generosity. Examine who you […]
Grateful
Gideon Tsang reflects on how full we are of gratitude and what questions we can ask that lead us to gratitude [Psalm 103]. Reflection How has God healed us? How does contentment work in my life? What does it mean that God’s love is steadfast and expansive? Resources Video: Obama Dropping Off Malia for College MWG: Discussion Guide Spiritual Practice […]
God is My Shepherd
Jason Minnix explores what it means to return to God’s guidance in our life’s journey [Psalm 23]. Reflection What kinds of care am I being invited into this week? Where am I being invited to express and/or relax my agency? Resources Film: Foxtrot Podcast: Truth and Cannonballs (Radiolab) MWG: Discussion Guide
Theology Conference [Sept 16]
This September, we welcome theologian, priest, and author James Alison to our community for a series of workshops. Listen to our featured speaker, James Alison, talks about forgiveness and being forgiven here: Jesus the Forgiving Victim Learn more about James’ work and life here: James Alison Theology Donations will be accepted at each event to help cover James’ travel expenses. […]
Receiving Grace
Gideon Tsang talks about the challenge of receiving grace in our lives and how Mary demonstrated this in her life. [Luke 1:26-38]. Reflection: Who are the messengers of grace in our lives? What are the impediments in our lives that limit our ability to receive grace? What are some practices that will help us be more aware of God’s grace […]
Liturgy Reflection & Benediction 09.11.11
Liturgy Let us pray that by growing in love this season we may bring the peace of Christ to our city. God our Father, your Word, Jesus Christ, spoke peace to a sinful world and brought mankind the gift of reconciliation by the suffering and death he endured. Teach us, the people who bear his name, to follow the example […]