Dear People of God,On Wed Sept 24, I was teaching our confirmation students about the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion.   As we talked about how the bread and wine of the Lord’s Supper become the body and blood of Christ, I asked the students how they preferred to receive Holy Communion.  Do they like to “intinct” by dipping the wafer in the chalice?  Or do they like to eat the wafer and t...  Read More

FEBRUARY 2025Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God” (Matthew 5:9)Dear Friends in Christ,In these past weeks I have been dismayed by the violent conflicts taking place around the world.  It seems that images of war and bloodshed from the Ukraine, Israel/Palestine, the Sudan, the Congo and elsewhere loom large in the media.  And here in the USA, I am weary...  Read More

Re-engagement is not simply about returning to the way things were before the pandemic. It is an opportunity for us to re-imagine and revitalize our mission as a church. It is a chance to reach out to those who may have felt disconnected or marginalized, to welcome them with open arms and open hearts.  Read More