Sometimes the things we should do are not the things that society thinks should be done.

Pastor Phil is on vaction this week but he has left us some words to meditate upon.

In a family where relationships count more than goodness, abuses are kept as family secrets. Healing requires breaking bad relationships.

For most people, family membership and national citizenship are determined by their faith. A covenant community, however, is formed by mutual, conscientious commitments.

A solid is three-dimensional. The three dimensions that define us are Creation, our Communities and our own Consciences. God is in all three.

Like a lightning strike, much energy is released all at once in this story of Pentecost. That energy needs to be channeled. Our use of that energy should always be “For the common good”.

Sometimes we wonder why we exist. Even Jesus had a time when he wondered if he would leave a lasting impression in this world. We are called to be that lasting impression of one who loved unconditionally.

Growing up is a process. We all need helpers along the way. Eventually we should help others to grow also.

Growing up is a process. We all need helpers along the way. Eventually we should help others to grow also.

The role of the Shepherd was to oversee the flock, recognizing needs and dangers before the sheep were aware of them. That's how we need God to be for us.