Worship April 1, 2021 - Easter
I shout this morning at the joy of risen Christ.
I shout with the hope I find in the empty tomb.
I shout for I know God is with us still.
Christ has risen, he has risen indeed.
Worship March 26, 2021
Hosanna!
The shouts rise up in the streets.
The palms wave in the air.
Garments are thrown in the street.
A celebration.
We enter Holy Week with a celebration. So much is coming in the days the that lie ahead; betrayal, fear, frustration, abandonment, death, darkness. They all come between this moment of celebration and empty tomb.
Worship February 19, 2021
If you cannot tell, I really enjoy the ebb and flow of the church seasons. I love how we move through the story of Christ, hearing again and again the glorious Holy words, the story of Christ’s life. I love how each season has it’s own focus, emotions, and purpose. Like most l people, I like Christmas for the celebrations, family time and joy that it brings, my favorite church season is Lent. As Lent begins, we step out into the 40 day journey down the long road of reflection of the Lenten season. We slowly walk with Jesus towards Jerusalem and what awaits him there. This season normally makes me feel spiritually attuned. In years past it has been a time in which my faith is strengthened in the solemn nature of the season. This year is different…