As the old Andy Williams Christmas song reminds us, it may indeed be the most wonderful time of the year with its marshmallow toasting, much mistletoeing and parties for hosting. But let’s be real. The holiday season doesn’t just magically happen; it takes a lot of hard work to make [...]
We serve a community meal through our friends at Loaves and Fishes every month but during December we try to do a little more. Our hope is to bring some Christmas cheer to these neighbors by providing each of them with a $25 Target or Walmart gift card. You can [...]
The Daily Examen is a prayer discipline that comes out of the Jesuit order of the Catholic tradition. It is rooted in the awareness that the development of a posture of gratitude in our lives leads to a fuller and more dynamic life experience. If your looking for something new [...]
On months with a 5th Sunday we stick around after worship and share a meal. On Nov 30 we'll fire up the waffle irons for a brunch and hear a few updates about community life. What lies ahead during the Christmas season? What is the plan after the first of [...]
Little Free Libraries are popping up all over! You take a book or bring a book to share! We thought it would be a good idea to model this by having a kid's little library available on Sunday mornings. Three things you can do: (1) bring your favorite faith-centered board [...]
Want to find out more about Living Joy? What is the vision, mission and values of Living Joy and why do we do things the way we do them? How do I plug in and use my gifts? What about kids? These are a few of the questions that we'll [...]
Starting in October, on the first Sunday of each month you are invited to gather before worship for a time of learning together. This fall, adults and youth will read and discuss the book Love Does. During this time of learning our children will explore a kid-focused teaching related to [...]
You may have heard that the church is in decline in North America. That attendance is down and churches are closing their doors at an estimated rate of 4,000-8,000 per year. You may have heard that the end is near and you better shape up in order to be saved [...]
Old coats cluttering your closets? Kids outgrew the coats they were wearing last winter? Clear some closet space and help someone stay warm this winter. Bring coats to worship on October 19 or 26 and we will find them a new home!
Hey kids! Here is a song for you listen to (and learn to sing) for this Sunday's worship with Hans! MADE FOR LOVE Chorus: We've been molded by the Creator's hand Here in Jesus we have grace to stand Moving by the Spirit We are made for [...]