The month of December is filled with activity and commitment. Remaining faithful to everyone and everything can leave us a bit harried and hurried. Amid the merry chaos of it…
Words fall short. There really is no way to adequately articulate the full measure of emotion I experienced this past weekend, at both presentations of Christmas at Johns Creek. On…
Last Wednesday was our annual Blue Christmas Service. We offer this unique worship service each year for those who are sad during the holidays. For many who have suffered loss,…
For some, Christmas is NOT the “most wonderful time of the year.” If you are struggling with the loss of a loved one, the long-awaited return of a son or…
In the year 1223, St. Francis was visiting the town of Grecio to celebrate Christmas. Grecio was a small town built on a mountainside overlooking a beautiful valley. The people…
“Eucharisteo” is an interesting word, in Greek. In its simplest terms, it means, “give thanks.” But a close study of the word (as found in New Testament texts) reveals that…
We are now three weeks into our “Show Up…Step Up” commitment emphasis. To date, 264 individuals and/or families have declared their intentions to Be the Body in 2017, by pledging…
I love this time of year! The leaves are changing colors and the air is growing cooler. This time of year offers so many things for people and families to…