Reflections

It’s the Third Sunday after Easter. We will gather with Take My Life that I May Be, a well-loved Christian hymn of surrender and commitment. Frances Ridley Havergal wrote the lyrics in 1874 following a spiritual experience, with each stanza designed as a prayer for total dedication.

This Sunday we will continue our Lenten tradition of beginning the worship service in silence. Although very appropriate, I am not a fan of this tradition. Our sequence hymn, Down to the River to Pray is a traditional American folk song with roots that date back to the 19th century. While its exact origins are unknown, it is often described as an African American spiritual, an Appalachian song, and a Southern gospel hymn. The song sets the tone for the Gospel. During c

On Wednesday, February 18th, the Church begins the holy season of Lent. You've probably heard someone say, "I'm going to give up ___ for Lent."

Lately, I've been tuning into the morning sounds: birds singing, our young cat's (a 2-year-old kitten we named Little Bit) footsteps, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee from the automatic percolator. I savor my first cup now more than ever. I've grown to see God's touch in my morning routine, making waking up a tad easier.