Happy Easter & Happy Trans Day of Visibility!
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
3w ago
Happy Easter & Happy Trans Day of Visibility! by Devin Wright ..read more
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Israel & Palestine: How Do We Respond?
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
The images of death and destruction in the conflict have been unbearable. How do we make sense of the horror? Did you know white American evangelicals support the Israeli leaders' response to Palestine more than any other group? Why? It has to do with the end of the world. Let's talk about some of the history of the conflict, its connections to American Christianity, and how to seek a compassionate response ..read more
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The Spirituality of Autumn
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
Fall and the Autumn Equinox has had a profound impact on human cultures for thousands of years. What we can learn about the spirituality of Autumn and how to find balance in our lives ..read more
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When Sinning is Christ-like
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
In June we celebrated LGBTQ Pride. In July, Americans celebrate USA Pride. On the final day of Pride month in June, the Supreme Court ruled that businesses could discriminate against a person based on their sexuality in the defense of religious beliefs. What happens when we value our own religious freedom above the humanity of others? Jesus placed people above theology and his actions were considered "sinful" by the religious elite ..read more
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Trans Joy: My Journey to Becoming Whole
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
We believe all trans people are beloved and that God is nonbinary! Hear Riley Aliamus share his journey toward discovering his true self along with practical ways to support the trans community. Riley's GoFundMe Page: https://gofund.me/ac22a98e ..read more
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Father's Day: Jesus wasn't exactly a "family man"
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
Matthew 10:35 "I have a come to turn a son against his father." - Jesus. Happy Father's Day! "Traditional family values" have long been a cry of Christianity in America, but what if Jesus' sayings about the family actually challenge traditional family values? Maybe that's a good thing ..read more
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Mental Health: A Hopeful Path Toward Resilience with Kevin Criswell
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
*Content Awareness: Discussion of suicide and eating disorders.* Missiongathering's Kevin Criswell shares his personal mental health journey that partly led him to a career in psychology, helping people develop the tools to cope with mental health challenges. Kevin's honesty and vulnerability in sharing his story is inspiring and hopeful for all of us who struggle with mental health. *He was not able to share this during the talk, but Kevin wants listeners to know that he advocates for the use of medication to help with mental health problems as it was beneficial for him as a bridge out of dep ..read more
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Yes, the Bible Honors Non-Binary People
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
The record breaking anti-LGBTQ legislation happening in the U.S. is partly the result of people's interpretation of the Bible and their view that God created and approved of only two genders - straight male and straight female. But, did you know the biblical tradition of Jesus and ancient Judaism recognized four genders beyond male and female? What if the larger story of the biblical tradition is one that points to love and inclusion ..read more
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Jesus Struggled with Mental Health Too
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! A recent Census Bureau report found that 1/3 of all adults and half of adults 18-24 struggle anxiety and depression, yet around half of U.S. churches rarely or have never talked about mental health. What can Jesus tell us about mental health? 15:30 Loving-Kindness Meditation ..read more
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Easter Means Hope and Love for All
Missiongathering Bellevue
by Devin Wright
2M ago
What if Easter points to something true in both science and spirituality? What if life, death, and transformation can help us live more meaningfully and bring hope to the world? Listen to our Easter message online from Sunday, Apr 9 ..read more
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