Relationships – whether with your neighbour, your family or your colleagues at work – require connection. A simple “hello, how was your weekend?” as you encounter a colleague is not only kind, but affirming as we recognize the individual and take a few moments to ask how they are. There’s nothing like a meal out […]
Each day is full of opportunities to explore God’s goodness and the wonders of our world. And this week, we explored Genesis 18:1-10 and Luke 10:38-42. Both passages explore hospitality, the art and practice of welcoming others into our home and focusing on their needs as a reprieve of their journey. The first featured Abraham […]
This week, Rev. Joanne discussed the parable of the Good Samaritan. Too often we gloss over the parable Jesus tells as He explains what God expects of us: to love the Lord our God and to love our neighbour as ourselves. The obvious take of the parable is that someone who was not expected to […]
Songs, games and fun snacks – and a program that explores the incredible depth and breadth of God’s powerful love for each one of us. As a kid, I’d enjoy going to neighbourhood “camps”, whether run by the city or a community group. Each one had its own flavour and the sense of adventure I […]
Many call Wednesday “hump day” – as they refer to the workday journey to the weekend. They took a deep breath Monday and lunged into their week. By this afternoon, the work week will be 60 per cent in the past and a deep breath and some fresh energy would be helpful. The negative headlines […]