herons 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
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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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I appreciate how pastor emeritus Ron Simkins thinks deeply about complex issues, and more importantly, how he continues to seek Jesus’ leading in every area of life.-Renée PROUD TO BE
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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
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Sometimes the headlines paralyze us. What can we do? Laura Lindeman is a middle school teacher and poet, parent and friend, longtime member of NCF– bearing witness and providing presence.
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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
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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
Read Morea different memorial
National holidays can be difficult for many of us for a variety of reasons. How do we honor the memories of those who have served while pursuing true Shalom? How can
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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
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