by mtangen | May 20, 2019 | Pastor Chris
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) dedicated day of service provides us with an opportunity to be “church together” as we serve our communities in ways that share God’s love with all of God’s people.Since 2013 congregations have put their faith in...
by mtangen | Apr 25, 2019 | Pastor Chris
Spring months are abloom with new life, fresh beginnings, the greening of creation—at least in our part of the world.Spring months are also abloom with life celebrations: graduations, confirmations, senior celebrations and award banquets, wedding, baptisms, first...
by mtangen | Mar 28, 2019 | Pastor Chris
We are not yet arrived at the shimmering sunrise of Easter morning. Jesus has a dusty road yet to travel. The disciples will grow increasingly puzzled. The religious leaders increasingly agitated. Judas will plot to deliver his deadly kiss. The Gospel of Luke paints...
by mtangen | Feb 27, 2019 | Pastor Chris
During Lent this year we are going to read the book “Love Without Limits” by Jacqueline Bussie. It explores Jesus’ boundary busting love and how it disrupts our lives and our expectations. At Wednesday worship during Lent, several of you will tell your story about how...
by mtangen | Jan 24, 2019 | Pastor Chris
Relevance is a word à la mode for the church. Merriam Webster defines relevance as: “relation to the matter at hand” or “practical and especially social applicability.” Is it the role of the church to be practical and socially applicable? What does it mean for a...
by mtangen | Jan 3, 2019 | Pastor Chris
Christian Friends! As we enter the new year, many of us think about New Year’s Resolutions. Some folks love them. Some folks deplore them. When Ted and I lived in Plymouth, we were long time members of the Lifetime Fitness just a mile from our house. He was there...
