Lent is a season of reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal for Christians around the world. As we journey through this season, it is important to seek out inspiration and guidance from a variety of sources, including movies like Disney’s “Aladdin.” One of the most striking aspects of “Aladdin” is its […]
Read MoreWhy should the previously incarcerated be allowed in the ministry?
There are several compelling arguments for the inclusivity of previously incarcerated individuals in the ministry: Overall, the inclusion of previously incarcerated individuals in the ministry is a way of living out the core values of Christianity, including love, compassion, forgiveness, and redemption. It is an opportunity to promote diversity, representation, […]
Read MoreInclusion and Christianity: A Spoken Word
Inclusion and Christianity, Two concepts that some find at odds, But if we look a little deeper, We’ll find they’re one and the same, by God. For Christ himself was inclusive, Welcoming all with open arms, From the outcasts to the sinners, He saw them all as beloved charms. And […]
Read MoreThe Prayer of a UCC Pastor 2023
As a pastor of a church, In the United Church of Christ, I’ve learned to embrace diversity, With love as my guiding light. My flock is a tapestry, Of different colors and hues, Different cultures and traditions, Different political views. Some lean left, some lean right, And some find their […]
Read MorePrayer for the Third Sunday in Lent
Dear God, As we enter into the third week of Lent, we turn our hearts and minds to the story of the woman at the well. This powerful narrative offers us insights into the depth of your love and the transformative power of encountering you. We pray for the courage […]
Read MorePrayer for the Trans Community
Dear God, We come before you today with heavy hearts, as we witness the persecution and discrimination faced by our trans siblings in the United States. As state legislatures seek to pass harmful and oppressive laws that deny the basic humanity of trans individuals, we ask for your guidance and […]
Read MoreLenten Prayer for Drag Performers
Dear God, We come before you during this season of Lent with heavy hearts, as we witness turmoil and division in our country. We are reminded of the importance of inclusion and acceptance, especially during times of hardship and uncertainty. Help us to see the beauty in all of your […]
Read MorePercy Jackson and Lent
The season of Lent is an important time of reflection and repentance in the Christian church, leading up to Easter. This tradition dates back centuries and is observed by millions of Christians around the world. But what does this have to do with Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief? In […]
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