The rhythm of modern life often feels relentless, sweeping us along without intention. Yet, beneath the surface, there’s a deeper rhythm—a sacred whisper inviting us to live mindfully, abundantly, and connected to God’s love and grace. Lent offers us a season to pause, reflect, and embrace this deeper rhythm through ancient spiritual practices like meditation. Rooted in Scripture and the life of Jesus, meditation invites us to quiet the noise, listen for God’s voice, and live in response. Whether meditating on Scripture, contemplating creation, or practicing re-collection, these rhythms are to ..read more

In the story of the ten lepers, only one returned to give thanks, and Jesus told him, “Your faith has made you well.” This reminds us that gratitude is more than a response to blessing; it is a path to deeper healing and restoration. Gratitude shifts our focus from scarcity to abundance, opening our hearts to God’s blessings and calling us to live joyfully and generously. Generosity is the natural outflow of a grateful heart. When we give—our time, resources, and presence—we join in God’s work of restoration, bringing healing and hope to others. Together, as a church, we reflect God’s abundant ..read more

Through the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, we are reminded that God’s work often happens through human hands—through us. When Jesus tells the disciples, “You give them something to eat,” he challenges us to move from a perspective of scarcity to one of abundance. Gratitude teaches us to see what we have as enough, and generosity turns enough into a feast that nourishes far beyond what we can imagine. This story shows us that even our smallest offerings, like loaves and fishes, can be multiplied into abundance when joined with God’s love. By offering what we have—our gifts, time, and resourc ..read more

Our purpose is not only about what lies ahead but about living meaningfully in the present. Jesus calls us the light of the world, inviting us to live as places where God’s love meets the needs of humanity. As individuals and as a church, we are called to embody justice, joy, and flourishing right now. Practicing the discipline of generosity is central to this calling. Generosity helps us open our hands and hearts, allowing God to use who we are and what we have to bring light to the world. When we give—our time, our resources, our presence—we reflect God's love, cultivate relationships, and c ..read more

Generosity is a transformative force that helps us live into God’s calling for our lives. Zacchaeus’ encounter with Jesus calls us to open our hearts and hands, responding with bold generosity to repair and reconcile the brokenness in our communities. As individuals, generosity connects us to God’s vision, helping us live beyond ourselves and actively love our neighbors as we love ourselves. As a church, generosity allows us to embody love and justice in action, building spaces and opportunities that uplift the vulnerable and create a glimpse of the abundant future God calls us to. When we lis ..read more

Our lives are filled with choices, big and small, and each step we take shapes who we are becoming. Beginning a new year reminds us not just of milestones but of the shared journey we are all on, navigating uncertainty and change. In those moments when the path ahead feels overwhelming, we can refresh our focus by asking a simple question: what is the next right thing in love? Jesus modeled this wisdom in Scripture, guiding people to take small, loving steps forward rather than trying to leap ahead. Doing the next right thing means loving God, our neighbors, and ourselves through acts of just ..read more

In this sermon, we reflect on Jesus’ words: “Let your yes be yes and your no be no,” and explore how to refresh the power of two life-shaping words: Yes and No. Every decision we make sets a direction, and we are invited to refresh our “yes” to align with God’s sacred purpose for our lives, letting our “yes” reflect what truly matters—the unique roles and responsibilities entrusted to us. Refreshing our yes often requires saying no, not as rejection but as a necessary protection for what is most important. By paying attention to where we are and who we’re called to love and serve, we can refre ..read more

As we seek to "Refresh Our Vision," we are called as a community to renew our focus on the sacred work of justice, love, and unity inspired by leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We acknowledge the struggles of our time, marked by fear, division, and oppression, but lift up God's higher vision of a beloved community rooted in dignity, equality, and love for all people. Refreshing this vision requires courage, compassion, and creativity to resist hate and work toward justice. We are called to align our efforts with the ethic of love and the transformative power of faith. Practical steps, su ..read more

Jesus invites us to embrace refreshment—a renewal of our souls as we step into the new year. We reflect on the challenges we’ve faced, the strength we’ve discovered, and the hope that sustains us, choosing to celebrate this moment with tenacious joy and gratitude. Jesus’ invitation: “come to me, all you who are weary” reminds us to seek rest and restoration not as a luxury but as a sacred necessity, reconnecting with the divine rhythm of life. Refreshment begins with simple practices: rest that honors our body and soul and actions that fit who we authentically are. We are called to slow down ..read more

The story of the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12) invites us to refresh our calling by embarking on a journey that challenges our assumptions, transforms our lives, and calls us to resist the paths of empire. Epiphany reminds us that God's revelation in Jesus is for all people, drawing us to follow the light of love, peace, and justice. The Magi’s willingness to leave their comfort zones inspires us to seek God in unexpected places with courage and curiosity. Their defiance of Herod by “going back by a different way” shows the power of encountering Christ to shift our allegiance from systems of oppressio ..read more