Draw the Circle Wide
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Draw the Circle Wide

The choir recently sang the song Draw the Circle Wide by Gordon Light and Mark A. Miller for the special music moment of our worship service. The song has a beautiful melody—and the lyrics are reminiscent of a prayer. The chorus is wonderfully simple: “Draw the circle wide. Draw it wider still. Let this be...

Rest Awhile
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Rest Awhile

He said to them, ‘Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while.’                – Mark 6:31 As the days grow longer and the pace of life shifts, summer offers us a gentle invitation: slow down, breathe deeply, and notice God’s presence in new ways. For many of us, summer means vacations,...

Clear Signs
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Clear Signs

I persevered in demonstrating among you the marks of a true apostle, including signs, wonders and miracles. – 2 Corinthians 12:12 We’re signposts to others, guiding them through our actions, words, and presence… As followers of Christ, it’s essential to live in a way that honors God and points others toward Him. – Christian Fellowship...

On the Edge of Wildness
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On the Edge of Wildness

Yo howdy All y’all! From the beginning our congregation has gardened. Well, from the opening of our present Sanctuary grounds, anyway. The generations our Congregation that gathered at 8th and Colorado grew the congregation, building three buildings, each larger than the one before. The front corners of those buildings directly met with the sidewalk and...

Being Fireflies
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Being Fireflies

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. — Matthew 5:16 One of my favorite childhood memories of summer is catching fireflies. As soon as dusk arrived, my friends and I would run through the yard with excitement, trying to...

Seeking Unity, not Uniformity
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Seeking Unity, not Uniformity

Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. – Matthew 11:28-29 “Christian community is the place where we keep the...