Time. Money. Attention. Plans. It’s approaching Sabbath time; it’s enough. This is not the prime focus of worship this Sunday, but a random comforting thought at the close of this week:) THIS WEEK Sarah and I hatched up the invite you’ve seen to share pictures of your present or past beloved pets or other special…
That’s what the great sign says outside my retreat center in Frankfort, Illinois, near the driveway I exit on way home tonight. I welcome the reminder and will take the message personally! I’ve continued to savor last weekend’s terrific energy, and I hope you have as well. Much to ponder, many to thank, sails to…
See weekend reflection and stuff below. On a personal word we’re very grateful for your care and prayer as we traveled to Indiana last week after Carla’s dad’s fall. Here’s an update from her: Dear Eden Family… Thank you for your prayers and support for my family and for Jacki and me, following my Dad’s…
RHYTHMS CONTINUE…JOIN US SUNDAY AND HANG OUT A BIT WITH PROPHET ELIJAH who found himself in a valley of fatigue, despair and resentments… What happened? Angels ministered to him in sleep and food, and God met him in a new (silent) way for his rebooting. Do you carry burdens in wilderness time? Do you need…
“Make them sit down” – This is what Jesus said at the blessing of the loaves and fishes. And then there was the creation of an extravagant meal through his grateful prayer and the crowds “time out” for sharing… “Saved by sitting.” – this is the working title for my message this week. Let us…
This title is the first incarnation of the reflections on my heart, inspired by a healing story in Acts 3. It’s the first story after the story of Pentecost (the coming of the Holy Spirit). Like any action story it has many dimensions and possible emphases, characters etc. However, for 20+ years what’s captivated me…
We’re so grateful for the team of TLC and organ wizardry from Berghaus Organ and Pipe Builders, as well as for our friend Marie Beckman’s generous presence in time, research, advice and financial support as we executed this part of the campaign for “Restoring Eden’s Sanctuary & Song.” Special thanks to Trustee Daryl Dahmer for…
Our Annual Celebration of the Gift of the Holy Spirit (considered the birth of the Church) will be extra special this year. We’ll gather for the first time in our fully restored sanctuary, following deep cleaning (and our “Labors of Love” resetting Saturday morning). I’m very excited about Sunday’s service. Why? First, we’ll enjoy a…
We send grace, peace, and love from Oklahoma City, where we’ve spent a couple of days with dear friends and their amazing children. We’re heading home later today via Indiana, where we will have a chance to help Carla’s niece move on Saturday morning. Thank you for your prayers and blessings for a restoring vacation;…
We started this part of our journey together nearly eight years ago, when I joined Pastor Steve and Hope as staff in Summer 2014. One of the first things I did was take a look at our Facebook page and select a Bible verse to convey a warm spiritual compass sentiment. We led with “rooted…
