Pastor Kris and Shelley draw the Still Speaking journey to a close as they celebrate Vacation Bible School and discuss Pastor Kris's new call. The VBS Camp Firelight theme is Psalm 56:3, 'Whenever I am afraid, I put my trust in you.' As Christians, we seek to provide a safe community that fosters trust and sparks joy; a place where, whenever you are afraid, you are encouraged to place your trust in God.

In today's Still Speaking episode, roles are reversed, and Pastor Kris was invited to discuss the experience of Lent and the relevancy of our faith with the partners of Intentional Energy 3, Henrieta Ribeiro and Maryanne Kyle-DiPietropaolo. Henrieta and Maryanne have led workshops at Ivanhoe, creating safe spaces for learning, growth, and change. We pray that this discussion will illuminate the action of the Holy Spirit in your life. God is still speaking, and we are all listening to discern God's message for today and deepen our faith.

Pastor Kris and Shelley talked today about welcoming and hospitality. Shelley muses that she welcomes others by meeting them at their level or engaging those on the sidelines. Similarly, Christ is calling us, offering us to take his yoke and find our burden lightened.  From the many yokes we wear—career, search for financial security, family responsibility—we are offered rest, a cool drink of water, and a path to live in presence.