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Dr. Brandon Dasinger
Jan 92 min read
Worship: Our Response to the Birth of Christ
At the manger we see a variety of characters and a variety of responses to the birth of Christ.
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Dr. Brandon Dasinger
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Callings
The calling to ministry and service comes in a variety of ways and through many different means.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Nov 21, 20242 min read
Women of the Bible
The lectionary, which appoints readings that we use in our weekend services, recently gave us readings from Esther and Ruth, as well as the
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Nov 7, 20242 min read
The Strength of a People
One of our prayers was certainly answered this week: an early, clear outcome of the presidential election without unrest and accusations and
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Learning Worship & Liturgy
When I was a kid and my dad would take me to a baseball game, I found the experience full of majesty and mystery.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Aug 28, 20242 min read
Growing Deeper in Christ: deep or shallow roots
I pray that you are well and thriving! What does thriving look like?
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Aug 21, 20242 min read
Growing Deeper in Christ: Devotion and Commitment
Sometimes we are so delighted by a friend or family member that we can’t wait to be together and to be generous.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Aug 10, 20242 min read
Growing Deeper in Christ: Five Things
How are you growing deeper in Christ?
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Jul 17, 20242 min read
Rooted in Christ
In my quest for a tall fescue lawn, I’ve heard that one important element is applying treatments that strengthen the roots of the grass.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Jul 3, 20242 min read
Lord, for the years
Happy Fourth of July! On this Independence Day, we celebrate what we see as the birth of our nation, founded on the grace of God with gifts
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Jun 26, 20242 min read
The Feast of Knuckle-Heads
Tonight the top presidential candidates convene for a debate. Many are less than enthusiastic about either of them.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Jun 19, 20243 min read
Do I really have to go to church?
Spoiler alert: the answer is yes! But you could have guessed that, couldn’t you?
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
May 9, 20242 min read
Loss and empowerment in the Ascension
Today is the Feast of the Ascension. We remember how Jesus, risen from the dead, gathered with his disciples outside Jerusalem, said goodbye
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
May 3, 20242 min read
God in our midst
This Sunday, we bid goodbye to Mother Elisa Harres after over fifteen years of faithful service.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Apr 25, 20242 min read
God ahead of us
We often forget one of the ways in which God works. If we were to be more aware, however, I think we would be amazed at what we would find.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Apr 17, 20244 min read
Leave Taking and Ministry
Part of the rhythm of life of a congregation is the coming and going of many people. People move to town and join, or are stirred by God to
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Mar 13, 20242 min read
The Impact of Devotion
We often think that service to God must be in grand achievements and bold enterprises.
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Feb 8, 20242 min read
Preparations for Lent
The season of Lent begins next Wednesday, Ash Wednesday. Lent is the season of preparation before the Feast of the Resurrection of our Lord
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Jan 25, 20242 min read
The Glory of God in Artwork
This Sunday we will celebrate the completion of our stained glass windows and we will dedicate them to the glory of God and ask God’s blessi
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The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Litany for the New Year
Merry Christmas! And Happy New Year!
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