Ron Simkins
– October 3, 2022
As our Jewish sisters and brothers observe “Yom Kippur”—the day of atonement, Ron shares a reflection based on the translations “Atonement,” “Propitiation,” “Covering” which translate Kapher (Hebrew) and Hiliasterion (Greek). May we
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Renée Antrosio
– September 27, 2022
We acknowledge that slavery and on-going institutionalized racism have kept African Americans from justly benefiting from their contributions to the US economy, resulting in an unjust Black-White gap in opportunity,
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Renée Antrosio
– September 20, 2022
Our tireless and prolific poet, Vern Fein, shares a timely verse that dovetails with the Auschwitz Art Exhibit displayed in our sanctuary. And he highly recommends the movie :). May
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Renée Antrosio
– September 13, 2022
Talent scout. Recruiter. General Manager. Sometimes I conceptualize my role with sports’ analogies. I think in terms of a team. Who works well together? Which combinations allow people’s gifts to
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Renée Antrosio
– September 6, 2022
“Where is the installation now?” I ask artists, still surprised by variations on the same answer. “Storage. Boxes. My garage.” Large pieces, collections, thesis final projects. After the initial show, finding
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Renée Antrosio
– August 30, 2022
I deeply appreciate the time, prayer, and work that goes into choosing songs that express the themes of teaching in ways that facilitate worship. I learned a lot from Barbara Linder during
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Renée Antrosio
– August 23, 2022
Posting a few fliers seems like a small thing, just to let people know who and where we are. But it prompts the periodic question of identity. Who would like
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Renée Antrosio
– August 16, 2022
Alaska State Park cabins are an amazing way to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the mountains without having to pitch a tent in the wilderness. They are also in high
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Renée Antrosio
– August 9, 2022
I appreciate this story from Carolyn Vance about one way she was able to love her neighbor in the here and now. May it inspire you as well -Renée When immigrants
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Renée Antrosio
– August 2, 2022
Yesterday was the Ministerial Alliance’s first planning meeting for a celebration of World Communion Sunday, and New Covenant was chosen to host this open-table gathering. It was fun to discuss
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