Grace United Church of Christ

“1957 Cadillac Superior Coach Hearse” by Crown Star Images is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

We may work hard, but we don’t do it all on our own. What if we recognized our interdependence? What if we we give back to the community that helped us get here. Say, “Thank you!”

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We don’t always know what goes on down where the Spirit meets the bone…

What must be done, the right thing, the just thing, is not always easy.

“Freedom” by TheDazDanks is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

None are free until all are free

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Something has brought you here, to this moment. When you are surrounded by the storm, the Spirit was with you.

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Jesus words always include action. We will keep putting the flag back up.

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God calls us to meet people where they are and care for them. “David took the lyre and Saul would feel better.” Can we be the instrument that those with mental health conditions need?

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God calls us to participate in resurrection, helping others to be Easter people, too. Christ is indeed risen, and so are we. Jesus’ resurrection includes us.

Christ calls us, like he did his disciples, to help our community. That can take many unexpected forms during this strange time. God never stops calling us.

The real story is how the resurrected carpenter affected the lives of those who followed him. Easter is always happening, Jesus is still changing peoples lives.