Earlier this week Leah Egan, the Kindermusik instructor who teaches early childhood music classes here on Wednesday mornings, shared with me that her children will be home the full week before and after Christmas this year. She’s looking forward to that special time with her family – but I could see hints of panic in … Continue reading Message: Pastor’s Newsletter Article: December, 2010 →

In the courtyard of our condominium there is a giant weed that stands about 7’ tall, with a thick stem and a root I imagine goes as deep into the earth as the leaves stretch toward the sky.  I hate this weed.  I hate weeds in general, but I save a special disdain for these … Continue reading Message: The Root of Jesse… →

The winter solstice is still a month away, but already the sun is setting before we leave the office, and the chill in the air has us bundling up in winter clothes. Today is the day many call “Black Friday” – because Christmas shopping sales are hoped to bring retail businesses out of the red … Continue reading A Light in the Dark… →