In the Gospel reading from Matthew 5 Jesus tells us a story using the metaphors of salt and light. Salt is a common spice. One that does not do a whole lot on its own (in terms of taste) but it really helps to accentuate strong flavors of foods to which it is applied. Salt … Continued
Today we, like the people in Titus’ church in Crete, are going back to the basics… back before there were disagreements about doctrine, back before there was division around theological ideas, back to the very moment where it all began, the moment wherein God took on human form in an act of loving-kindness, so that … Continued
When we say we want to follow Jesus, when we step into the waters of baptism, when we gather around the communion table… We claim the way of Jesus, the way of peace, the way of compassion, the way of self-giving, the way of self-emptying, for the sake of others- especially the poor, the marginalized, … Continued
Let’s make 2020 a year of incarnate living. What does that mean? It means that we live the way that Jesus, the word made flesh, taught us to live. First, it means that we are truthful with ourselves and one another. Truthful about who we are and who we are not. Truthful about our strength … Continued
Chrissy Tatum Williamson and Amanda Atkin offer a free flowing conversation about love and Christmas and understanding kindness around our tables.
Pastor Chrissy preaches on the advent theme of “Love.”
Roger Nix and Amanda Atkin reflect on the Biblical characters of Elizabeth, Zechariah and Mary as they sing of joy even in the midst of impossible circumstances.
Perhaps the answer to the question, “How can we find joy in times like these?” lies in our willingness to be brave. Maybe joy is there all along, waiting to be claimed, waiting to flicker like light, waiting to be expressed and experienced in moments of connection and in times when God draws near. Maybe … Continued
Joanne Thompson and Amanda Atkin share insights gained through working with newcomers to Raleigh and consider the light of peace.