Category Archives: Transformation
Tech Detox or Generation Gap?
The August 8, 2011 of the Christian Century had an article about young people, church camp, and technology called “Tech Detox.” The article largely bemoaned teenager hyperconnectivity and expounded on the importance of praying cell phones and gadgets out of … Continue reading
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Filed under Change, Christian Living, Grace, Hyperconnectivity, Social Media, Technology, Transformation
Stepping Out in Faith
Last week First United Methodist Church in Church Conference decided to move forward with its building and rennovation program. This program has been in the works for a number of years but in the last two the church has made … Continue reading
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Filed under Discipleship, Events at First United Methodist, Grace, Transformation, United Methodist Church, Worship
Jesus Christ is Risen!
This morning we have the joy of celebrating the truth and power of the resurrection of Jesus Christ! Christ has Died. Christ has Risen. And Christ will come again. Hallelujah! Go and share the gospel of the transforming love of Jesus … Continue reading
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Filed under Easter, Transformation
Into the Darkness
Today the Church has been observing Good Friday. It was a dark, wet, and dreary day in Cedar Falls, a day that befits the solemnity of our observance. At noon Cedar Falls had its first of what we hope … Continue reading
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Filed under Easter, Good Friday, Grace, Sacraments, Transformation, Walk to Emmaus
Holy Week Journey with Jesus
Sunday is Palm/Passion Sunday. On Sunday we begin a journey with Jesus through his last days before his crucifixion, death, and resurrection. Palm Sunday has always been a time for the triumphal entry of Christ. We have the children carry … Continue reading
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Filed under Easter, Good Friday, Grace, Holy Week, Maundy Thursday, Transformation, Worship
