Rev. Sage Olnick, our Community Affiliated Minister, leads us in this morning’s service. Covid19 has required us to make many changes and sacrifices. This Sunday we will consider how we each have risen to the occasion and honored our commitment to the interdependent web of which we are a part. We will do so in song, … Continue reading Rising to the Occasion
Barbara Brown Taylor describes the spiritual practice of feeling pain as a breakthrough. This morning we’ll explore the ways that pain can move us toward the edge, the edge of new meaning and new ways of thinking. Today’s collection will be our monthly share-the-plate to benefit Olivet Boys and Girls Clubs. For Sunday’s worship, we are … Continue reading Breakthrough: The Practice of Feeling Pain
Since worshiping online, our community has had the delight of seeing each other’s animal companions on screen. So how better to acknowledge the importance of and special relationships with them than with a blessing. Our service will include a visual presentation of our pets and a blessing. The Spring Congregational Meeting will follow the worship … Continue reading Blessing of the Animals
This morning we explore the ways we can create beauty in community from what we already have – from empty lots, thorn bushes, and a little bit of faith. For Sunday’s worship, we are using the Zoom conferencing platform. It is easy to Zoom from a computer, tablet, or phone! Here is how you do it: With a … Continue reading Creating Beauty in Community
Our youth group will explore what it means to feel supportive and support others in their annual youth led service, Lean on Me. Bring some paper, markers, scissors, glue or tape and get ready for an interactive worship experience. For Sunday’s worship, we are using the Zoom conferencing platform. It is easy to Zoom from a computer, … Continue reading Lean on Me
