God’s Love; a spoken word
Navigating Heartache: When Your Conservative Christian Family Doesn’t Support Your Ministry as a Progressive, Gay Minister
Navigating Heartache: When Your Conservative Christian Family Doesn’t Support Your Ministry as a Progressive, Gay Minister Introduction: Life has a way of presenting us with challenges that test our faith, resilience, and self-acceptance. For those who identify as progressive and embrace their sexual orientation within the context of their faith, […]
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Cognitive Reappraisal and Christianity
Cognitive reappraisal is a technique that has gained increasing attention in recent years as a powerful tool for managing emotions. This technique can be applied to various situations, from everyday stressors to significant life events. However, when it comes to incorporating cognitive reappraisal into one’s faith and spirituality, it is […]
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A look at Church Trauma in the LBGTQIA+ community
Church trauma and hurt perpetrated on the queer community is a complex and multifaceted issue that requires a nuanced and empathetic approach. Over the years, many LGBTQ+ individuals have experienced significant trauma and pain within religious institutions, due to the discrimination, rejection, and even violence they have faced because of […]
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Material Culture and the Church; A spoken Word
In the halls of the progressive church, where spirits soar and hearts do lurch, there’s a material culture that tells a tale, of justice, love, and hope without fail. On the walls, you’ll find art galore, depicting stories of struggle and more, from civil rights to climate change, each piece […]
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Broken and Restored, An Emmaus Story
The Road to Emmaus is a powerful story of brokenness and restoration, recorded in the Gospel of Luke. The story follows two disciples who were walking to Emmaus, feeling lost and broken after the death of Jesus. Along the way, they encountered a stranger who joined them on their journey, […]
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A Pastoral Prayer for the Third Sunday of Easter
Dear God, We come before you today with heavy hearts, seeking your divine presence and intervention in our lives. We are reminded of the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, who were devastated by the events that had transpired in Jerusalem. They had placed their hopes […]
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What is Maundy Thursday and why is it important?
Maundy Thursday is a significant event in the Christian calendar that is celebrated on the Thursday before Easter Sunday. It commemorates the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples before his crucifixion. The word “Maundy” is derived from the Latin word “mandatum,” which means “commandment,” and it refers to […]
