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Thought of the Day, June 4, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY: ​I have two thoughts for us this morning, friends. First, I’d love for you to take a look at this prayer in a time of anger, unrest, and injustice. It’s from the PCUSA ​HERE​, and it is beautifully stated. Next, though it’s been a...

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Thought of the Day, June 3, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY: God’s feathers​. God will cover you with feathers, and under God’s wings you will find refuge. Read the rest of Psalm 91 ​HERE​.    PRAYER REQUESTS: ​Let’s pray for: Peace and justice in our city, state, nation and world...

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Thought of the Day, June 2, 2020

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  THOUGHT OF THE DAY:​ Pray, grieve, and act. As I look around at the state of our country and  world, sometimes it feels time to pray, other times it feels like time to grieve, and other times to  act. Recently I’ve been sharing prayers that have been meaningful, but...

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Thought for the Day, May 31, 2020

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Good Morning, Friends -  In this time of COVID19, I recorded my portions for the service very early in the week. Because of this,  the service doesn't address the protests around the country as we seek justice for George Floyd.  Please do join us at coffee hour as we pray...

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Thought of the Day, May 30, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY:​ ​ We continue to pray for unrest all around the country. I sent out THIS collection of prayers yesterday. If you’re feeling led to read something, try ​Dear Church​ (we read it in a book study at EPC) or ​I’m Still Here​ by...

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Thought of the Day, May 29, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY:​ ​Prayers for peace in Minneapolis. Friends, like all of you, I’m sure, I’ve been praying for justice and peace in Minneapolis and throughout the country, as we watch all that is unfolding in that part of the country. I thought ​THIS...

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Thought for the Day, May 28, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY:​ ​Walking meditation. We had a great conversation last night on the book ​The Art of Living. ​ One of the things discussed in the book is walking meditation. Since so many of us are going for walks these days, I thought you might appreciate learning...

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Thought for the Day, May 27, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY:​ ​Let Your God Love You, by Edwina Gateley. What does it mean to rest in the love God has for us. Enjoy this short and beautiful reflection ​HERE​.    YOUTUBE SUBSCRIBERS: ​ Help us get to 100 subscribers! Subscribe by clicking...

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Thought for the Day, May 26, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY: ​A prayer for Pentecost. Sometimes “old fashioned” language really moves the spirit. I found this “Prayer for the Holy Spirit” and loved the way the language rang in my ears. The line “​As  the wind is thy symbol, So forward our...

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Thought for the Day, May 25, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Memorial Day Prayer “​In the quiet sanctuaries of our own hearts, let each of  us name and call on the One whose power over us is great and gentle, firm and forgiving, holy and healing You  who created us, who sustain us, who call us to live in peace...

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