by mtangen | Jul 24, 2019 | Pastor Chris
Jesus said: “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35 While in France, I visited the home of my father’s patrilineal ancestors, the Rivards. I saw the font where my 6X great...
by mtangen | Jun 25, 2019 | Pastor Chris
Siblings in Christ, Is the Bible appropriate for children?! What an outrageous question! It’s the Word of God, who made and loves our children. It’s the stories of Jesus, who we teach is our friend. There are rainbows and lambs, tables full of food and coins being...
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...
