blessing, boundaries, and rest
When I proposed a weekly pastor’s email in the fall of 2016, I anticipated alternating writing with my co-pastor to provide an avenue of communication between pastors and the congregation.
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faith & finances
How does your faith inform your financial planning? We were delighted to host stewardship consultant Lyle Miller and financial advisor Greg Liestman as part of our longtime relationship with Everence
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I want to do a good job. I like to get it right. I prefer to be on time. I want brilliant insights, persuasive writing, and conclusive outcomes. Instead, God
Read Morepastoral support
For the past several months, we have been praying and discussing the need for administrative and outreach pastoral support. Melissa Logsdon’s journey has led her to NCF, where her experience and
Read Morepastor Carl Jung
Raise your hand if you are in the second half of life. What? Is this about turning 50, which may have replaced 40 as the crest of the hill? Or
Read Moreassemblies of believers
That thing we do on Sunday mornings- singing, reading scripture, praying, teaching and being taught, giving tithes and offerings, celebrating the Lord’s supper- the biblical writers wouldn’t have called this
Read Moregenerosity gospel
Today’s scriptures are about money, which is both surprising and fitting, since tonight’s leadership team meeting is focused on financial stewardship. The psalmist describes a blessed life, where honoring the
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Making space, making time, to listen. Waiting for the Holy Spirit. –Renée Know this, my dear brothers and sisters: everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak…. James 1:19a (CEB)
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In my mind, I have been composing a Reparations letter to all past and present Black members of New Covenant… for months. There is so much in need of repair
Read Morenumbering our days
When we know an experience is coming to an end, there is a sense of urgency. Soak it up. Heightened awareness. The final days of a vacation, semester abroad, time with loved
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