How to Tell a Windbag from the Mighty Wind
Sunday, May 27th, 2007Day of Pentecost May 27, 2007
Archive for May, 2007
Announcements 5/27/2007
Friday, May 25th, 2007
June 2007 Newsletter
Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007We’re In This Together
Sunday, May 20th, 2007Seventh Sunday of Easter May 20, 2007
Announcements 5/20/2007
Saturday, May 19th, 2007June 2007
Wednesday, May 16th, 2007Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord our God is the everlasting God, Creator of the ends of the earth…” (Isaiah 40:28 and following)
Many times in my life these words and the ones that follow have brought me peace. There is nothing magical about them – nothing magical about my saying them. But there is a deep and enduring truth that Isaiah proclaims: if God is such as this, why should I worry? Why should I fear? For those who have eyes to see and ears to hear (to paraphrase Jesus) it would seem as though there are many things to fear in our life: global warming, terrorism and war, economies that threaten collapse, guns and drugs in places that destroy our community, interpersonal division that weakens our collective strength…you know the list, both personal and public. What you may not know is that there is nothing on that list – yours or mine, personal or public – that God is unable to handle. It troubles me that as a church we don’t proclaim that truth more often and more clearly. The truth of the resurrection of Jesus is the truth that Isaiah shouts from the chapters of history – Have you not known? Have you not heard? God is the everlasting Creator…and you shall not fear! The last words in that sentence are mine; but read the chapter for yourself and see if you don’t agree that Isaiah proclaims a freedom and a peace in the midst of a tumultuous and uncertain world. Jesus has won this freedom for us. The Father gives it to us as a gift. If the uncertainty of our times has been gnawing at the edges of your mind lately, perhaps we have gone too far; far enough at least that Isaiah’s voice grows faint. Come back. Come back to a habit of regular worship where that voice is clear. Come back to a practice of personal/family devotion and prayer where that voice draws you into relationship with God. Come back to a lifestyle of generosity and giving where that voice is experienced as the material goodness of a generous God. Are you looking for peace? I know where it is found; and now so do you. It’s not magic, it’s more powerful than that. It is truth. Only the word of God, and the truth of that word has the power to bring real peace. Have you not known? Have you not heard? Then it’s time we remembered! God’s peace to you, Pr Steve
Announcements 5/13/2007
Sunday, May 13th, 2007Just Answer the Question
Sunday, May 13th, 2007Sixth Sunday of Easter/Mothers’ Day May 13, 2007
Friends Across the Years
Sunday, May 6th, 2007Fifth Sunday of Easter May 6, 2007
Joy Chior - The Rock Slinger and His Greatest Hit
Thursday, May 3rd, 2007In April the Joy Choir presented The Rock Slinger and His Greatest Hit to the Sunday school children, residents of Lake Ridge Care Center, residents of Park View Care Center, and last but not least, the congregation. The choir kids worked very hard and did an excellent job. The musical was directed by Pam Freer. Carol Clark was our fabulous accompanist. One of the highlights was the giant puppet Goliath! He was a joint effort between Pam Freer, Steve Svoboda and Beth Svoboda. Collin did a great job as he was the one who had to wear it!
I would like to thank everyone for the wonderful placque and flowers I received for directing the Joy Choir for the last ten years. The placque says “Life is not made up of years but of memorable moments. Thanks for the memories.” I have to say I have a million awesome memories and have enjoyed directing the choir immensely. The musicals have been a great creative outlet for me. I have enjoyed all the different groups of kids over the years. I will miss it very much.Thanks again! Pam Freer
