Messages from Douglas UCC

This week’s scripture reminds us to take heart in bad times. Church member Jeremy Lund asks if uncertainty is always a problem. Can it sometimes be a gift?

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Church member Mark Johnston shares a little humor and some personal stories, as he challenges us to embrace the messiness that is our congregation. No matter how we serve the church family, we could use a reminder that we are all the Body of Christ.

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On Easter Sunday we hear the story of Jesus appearing, unknown, to the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Church member Linda Knieriemen talks about loss, chaos, and the transformation into hope. Jesus is on the loose!

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Our friend Doug Petersen reminisces about parades and relates them to the two processions in today’s scripture: one of cheers and palms, one of jeers and pain.

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This week’s scripture reminds us that the kingdom of heaven is always with us and within us, but who are we and what are we made for? Church member Jeremy Lund focuses on the stories we tell, and how very much they matter.

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Jesus said to forgive those who wrong you not once, but ‘seventy times seven.’ Church Council Moderator Mark Johnson talks about how hard that is – and how important.

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On World Wildlife Sunday, the Creation Justice Team has organized a service focusing on birds. Church member Rev. Ginny Mikita talks about the role of the lowly pigeon as God’s messenger in the Bible.

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It is February, but early signs of spring seem to invite us to consider repentance in a new way. Church member Rev. Marty Rienstra offers a different way to live Lent – one that is unlike what many people were taught.

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Scripture describes how Jesus was tested for forty days in the wilderness. Church member Pamela Chappell helps us consider the tests in our lives with the help of a Zen proverb, ‘The Obstacle is the Path.’

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Today’s gospel tells the story of a miraculous transfiguration. Congregational Care coordinator Lynne Snyder shares a transformational story from her career in special education that she believes was a minor miracle.

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