With all of its somber reflection, it’s possible to forget the powerfully provocative experience that is Lent. This season draws out any number of questions in our minds. Here are a few to reflect upon: Why should I spend any time at all reflecting on my mortality? The culture is confounded by this question. This is … Read More “Lent Means: Why?” »
Category: Church Life
Life is full of unexpected events. We find ourselves in situations we never could have fathomed. We feel out of control and uncertain. The carrying for a parent at the end of their life is one of those “upside down” experiences of life. All mankind believes we are at the wheel, in-charge of the ship … Read More “Lent Means: Giving Up Control” »
Important church meetings are coming up soon. If they impact you please put them on your calendar. Sunday, January 22nd – Church Council Meeting Sunday, January 29th – Church Voter’s Meeting
Time to celebrate Larry’s 90th. The family invites all members of the church to Larry Jr.’s house in Santa Maria on Saturday, January 28th @ 2pm. Address: 4701 Paint Horse Trail Santa Maria, CA
The Christian life is full of opportunities to walk past the manger. Mankind has the tendency to use, so to speak, the birth of Christ as a kind of initiation ceremony in which people are given a spring-board-of-faith believed to propel them into a glorious future of niceness in the world. Before long, being nice … Read More “Epiphany: Return of Innocence” »