It’s true there are things to complain about (the heat). It’s true there is plenty to worry about (fires). It’s true the world doesn’t always unfold the way we think it should (hardly ever). And it’s also true that if we pay attention, we will see that grace surrounds us at every turn. Grace: gifts given without charge, no need to pass any tests to see if we qualify. John’s gospel tells us “From his fullness we have all received grace upon grace.” I will be preaching as we explore our experiences of grace. Join us on-line Sunday at 10:00am.
This weekend I will lead a workshop on Celtic spirituality…an ancient tradition that speaks to us in our time because of its deep reverence for the earth, its sense of the sacredness of ordinary life, its valuing of creativity and imagination. Even Celtic art (crosses, knots) is unique. We meet at church from 1-4pm this Saturday and Sunday. You can still register at www.uccmissoula.org/events (or just show up.) If smoke or heat is a problem, we’ll gather in the narthex. Bring your mask.
Remember that next week, July 25, we will meet in person in the courtyard for Poetry Sunday, a special worship service that will make us mindful of delight and sabbath. A shorter version will be available online too.
Peace to each of you.
Janice
Everything Changes
In our sermon series we are exploring how our brains were designed to be suspicious of change, and for good reason–homeostasis in good measure helps us thrive, protecting us from danger. But if we look closely at what the Creator set in motion, we find that change is the most constant part of life and necessary for animating our spirits as we find renewed purpose throughout life. Jesus advocated for changes that would keep us moving toward greater goodness! “Everything Changes” John 12:20-26 In our scripture this week Jesus asks us to let go of life “as it is” in order to create and multiply the love that is eternal. What feels like the chaos, or recklessness, of change is the breaking-open of possibility and the sprouting of new life. This is what it means to follow the change-maker Jesus and serve his purpose of more love in the world. -Pastor Courtney
On September 5, Pastor Laura Folkwein preaches about how photography can help us see the sacred around us.
continue readingOn August 22, Pastor Laura Folkwein preaches about how music inspires us.
continue readingSunday August 15, Janice Springer preaches about Practicing Kindness.
continue readingSunday August 8, Laura Folkwein and Janice Springer preach on how to view our cups of love. Are yours half empty, or half full? Are they cracked or overflowing....?
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No matter who your are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here!
We worship whenever we are together, but we gather formally for worship Sunday mornings at 10:00 am.
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