The Gift of Music
Music speaks when words fail. In The Gift of Music, Sarah Smith shares how worship songs provide comfort and hope through life’s struggles. What songs have sustained you?
A Love Story: God’s Love Revealed in Advent
Love is at the heart of the human story, and Advent reveals the greatest love of all. In the vulnerability of a baby in a manger, we see God’s redeeming love made flesh. Discover how this divine love calls us to embrace and reflect it in our own lives.
The Joy of Anticipation: Delight and Hope in the In-Between
Experience the joy of anticipation this Advent in a heartfelt reflection by Becky Jones. Through the story of Luke’s creative friendship, discover how joyful expectation mirrors our hope in Christ. Find inspiration to embrace purpose, delight, and hope in the in-between.
The Gift of Peace: An Advent Reflection
Discover the profound gift of peace through Christ in this heartfelt reflection by Tina Julien. Amid life’s storms and chaos, God's peace offers calm, hope, and purpose. Explore how prayer, scripture, and trust in His presence can transform your heart this Advent.
Advent: Embracing Hope in the In-Between Moments
Advent invites us to cultivate hope in life’s uncertainties. For individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and faith leaders, hope grows through self-care, connection, and prayer. Discover how embracing the "in-between" moments can deepen trust in God’s presence and bring renewal to every season.
Beyond Charity: Empowering Lives Through Church-Led Raw Carrot Social Enterprise
“Our work here is not only about making soup; it’s about building confidence, community, and faith.” Monica Theysen reflects on her transformative journey at The Raw Carrot, where meaningful employment and a faith-centered environment have brought purpose and hope to her life and others.
Re-Reading Romans from a Disability Perspective
A genuine welcome goes beyond simply opening the doors; it requires sacrifice, as Christ sacrificed himself to welcome us into his body. To imitate Christ, we must extend that same welcome to all—abled or disabled—who seek to come to Christ.
Disability is Not a Defect – Embracing Disability in the Church
Disability is not a barrier to the work of God’s grace in someone’s life. Jesus saves disabled people, as they are, without condition. The Church must embrace this truth, welcoming people with disabilities into full participation in worship and community, recognizing their unique gifts and the ways God is working through them.
Disability is Not a Defect – God’s Solidarity with Disability
God works through disability, using what the world sees as weakness to accomplish His plans. Jesus Himself chose to bear the scars of suffering even after His resurrection, showing solidarity with the weak. As the Church, we are called to do the same.
Disability is not a Defect – It’s Part of God’s Design
What does it mean to be an integral part of the Church when attending worship means facing barriers? While I’ve never felt unwelcome as a disabled person, many disabled individuals have. Some of this exclusion stems from a lack of access, but often there’s also a lukewarm or resistant attitude toward disabled people in the church.