#morejoy
This Sunday, we’re going to hear the story of two Josephs. First testament Joseph, J1, had a coat of many colors and a passel of jealous brothers. Second testament Joseph, J2, went from engaged to enraged when he learned that his fiancé was pregnant by mysterious means. Yet both righteous men found ways through their circumstances to bring joy to the world. We hope that you look forward to joining the biblical dialogue between J1 and J2, as told by Pastor Jennifer and Rabbi Mark this Sunday in person or online at 10 a.m.
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 November 28 Pastor Jennifer Yocum preaches the message of Hope as we begin the Advent season.
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