Kintsugi
I appreciate Melissa’s metaphor of God as artist- shaping and mending us into creations of value. May her vision of our brokenness being transformed into beauty encourage us to present
Read Morebook to practice
Meditation is not something I ever attempted. Maybe because it sounded foreign and un-Christian. Or that sitting still and doing nothing did not appeal to me. Like other practices that
Read Moreblessing, 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.
Read MoreBack-to-School Prayer
Between my own education and sixteen years as a K-8 counselor, I have spent much of my life in schools. The anticipation, excitement, and anxiety of a new school year
Read MoreCamino De Santiago
Gale Walden shares her journey and the helpers that attended her, a message of hope that feeds our faith.-Renée Because I asked New Covenant for prayers regarding my walking the
Read Morea new day
A simple prayer to start the day or to reset my mind midway helps me connect to what really matters. Thank you, Melissa, for sharing your writing and your faith.-Renée A
Read Morefaith & 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
Read Morea much-loved dog
Reflecting on our identity as beloved, interim associate pastor Melissa Logsdon shares her personal experience to warm our hearts to love more and better.-Renée A much loved dog… …that’s what we
Read Moreherons and hummingbirds
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
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