Dear church,
As we enter Holy Week, I thought it would be appropriate to offer a little devotional based on the “Solemn Reproaches,” a series of laments often used during Good Friday services. These texts are a poignant part of the observance of Christ’s Passion, expressing the sorrow and betrayal Christ felt towards humanity that, despite his love and sacrifices, often strayed and rejected him.
So please – invite me into your home, your work, your play! Living out our faith means embodying our Christian values in every aspect of our lives, from our interactions with coworkers to our time spent with family and friends. It’s about extending love, compassion, and grace to others. By doing so, we become living testimonies to the transformative power of Christ’s love in the world around us. Now this is easier said than done…but it’s what we strive for! We hope that people will be curious about why we live so generously and desire to find out more…
I am so deeply humbled and excited to join you as we continue to live into the mission God has called each of us – to be a clear and unashamed witness to God’s love, in every aspect of our lives, in a world so desperately in need of such a life-giving message. As we enter the 110th year of faithful ministry as a congregation, God has much in store for us. Let’s us embrace that call with JOY!