New chapters are exciting, but also a bit scary. Moving to college was an important step for me, and it was part of being able to do things on my own. The disciples face a new chapter of their own that begins in the book of Acts.
Crossroads: Jesus Is in Charge
June 6, 2022 by
As a teenager, I loved volunteering for Vacation Bible School. It felt like a promotion to be able to help. Suddenly, I was in charge (sort of). Instead of listening to what I was supposed to do, I was the one giving direction.
Crossroads: Being a Witness
May 17, 2021 by
My grandmother calls herself a “scrap baby.” She was born in 1928, on the cusp of the Great Depression. Because she was the baby of her family, she always received the scraps.
A Column Turned Prayer for Ascension Sunday
May 11, 2021 by
God of the true church, we acknowledge that we know these songs we sing too well, some of them even by heart.
Crossroads: Ascension
June 3, 2019 by
When I went away to college, I only moved to the other side of town. But even though I was still in the same town, my mother still had to leave me at Mercer. After we finished getting my stuff unpacked, there came a time when she had to go and I had to stay. She gave me a big hug and left me.
Formations 04.28.2019: Witnesses to the Resurrection
April 21, 2019 by
I’ve noticed that Easter brings my attention to the place I call home. Often, it has been the geography of my particular neighborhood.
Crossroads: Waiting
May 14, 2018 by
Have you ever had to wait for something that you were sure was going to happen? You wait with nervous anticipation, excited and scared at the same time. I went to Paris when I was 16. My mom and I traveled with my French teacher and other students and parents from my school.
Formations 05.01.2016: Biding our Time
April 24, 2016 by
On an average day between 6:30am and 7:30am, you’re probably waking up and getting ready for the day. Then you either head to work, run errands, do housework, or take care of others in your home.