A Fulfilling Love

Embracing God’s love as the foundation for our relationships and mission is like anchoring our lives in an unshakable truth. The divine source empowers us to extend love to others, mirroring the boundless love God has shown us. In the intricate tapestry of faith, Mary’s acceptance of God’s plan becomes a profound example of surrenderingContinue reading “A Fulfilling Love”

Everything Begins With Joy

Music, laughter, and smiles surround us during the advance toward Christmas. The decorations and songs intend to bring joy to the people around us. Unfortunately, we are caught up in the same anxieties and troubles that entrap us through the year. Joy coming from the Spirit of God serves as a counterexample to the commercializedContinue reading “Everything Begins With Joy”

Preparing Our Communities

Take a walk down the street, and chaos swirls around you. Whether looking at the two mass shootings this week, the highly contentious political environment or the war spread throughout our planet, what the world needs right now are peacemakers. During Advent, Peace resonates in our hearts as we reflect on the coming Prince ofContinue reading “Preparing Our Communities”

Waiting, Hoping, and Wishing

The Advent season begins with great intentions, plans, and new music playing everywhere. Anticipation and the sounds of Christmas melodies permeate the atmosphere throughout Advent, fostering a sense of connection to the season. This period is marked by a collective experience of waiting, hoping, and yearning for the arrival of Christ, accompanied by a steadfastContinue reading “Waiting, Hoping, and Wishing”

A Never-ending Thanksgiving

The essence of being a faithful servant of God is encapsulated in the significance of Thanksgiving, recognizing it as the catalyst for various virtues such as ministry, grace, hope, peace, and love. This concept extends beyond a single day in November, advocating for a continual presence of gratitude within our hearts throughout the year. AsContinue reading “A Never-ending Thanksgiving”

Wake Up Church: It’s Time To Get To Work

God has bestowed upon each of us unique talents and gifts, and in response to His divine calling, we are urged to employ these blessings for the betterment of our community and to spread the gospel’s teachings. It is a universal truth that every church, irrespective of its size or available resources, possesses the potentialContinue reading “Wake Up Church: It’s Time To Get To Work”

The Pillars of Our Actions and Words

A Call To The Reformation of The Church In 1517, Martin Luther posted and promulgated the infamous Ninety-five Theses, setting the Protestant Reformation in motion. The various corruptions in the church troubled Luther greatly, and much of his energy was spent wrestling with the church’s rationale for placing itself between God and the people. AsContinue reading “The Pillars of Our Actions and Words”

Making The Burden Light

The old adage that “everything comes at a price” appears truer in our complex and interconnected world. Nearly every aspect of our lives incurs some cost, and what’s disheartening is that the things we’ve grown accustomed to paying for are becoming increasingly expensive. The costs are on a relentless upward trajectory, from the necessities weContinue reading “Making The Burden Light”

Answering God’s Call

It’s impossible to avoid the images and news that come with war. Our hearts break watching people’s suffering paired with mindless and chaotic violence. Our response to the world’s suffering defines specific parts of our personality. The reactions reflect our hearts and whether we reflect the name written on our hearts or if we mimicContinue reading “Answering God’s Call”