by Anne O'Connor | Sep 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
It’s hard to believe summer is almost over. I pray you have had a wonderful summer. I have enjoyed having some down time and am energized for all the things starting and re-starting in September.On September 13, we kick off the new Sunday school year. I’m excited that...
by Anne O'Connor | Jul 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
“When Hercules wrestled with Antaeus he found that every time he threw him down upon the ground the enemy arose stronger than before. But when he discovered that Gaea—the Earth—was the mother of the giant, and that every time her son fell back upon her bosom he rose...
by Anne O'Connor | Jun 29, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
In him [the Word/Jesus] was life, and that life was the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. (John 1:4) Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the...
by Anne O'Connor | May 7, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
I confess that I’m writing this Hinge article for myself today. Sometimes life brings blows and loss that weigh heavily on our hearts. We get tired. We wish things were different and don’t see a way out. It’s times like these when all we can do is turn to God. The...
by Anne O'Connor | Apr 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
After the long harsh winter, it’s wonderful to see signs of new life breaking out all over. I’m especially grateful for the new life we have through Christ’s death and resurrection. Easter is the celebration that all things can be made new. Since Jesus Christ is...
by Anne O'Connor | Mar 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
Lent began on February 18 with the celebration of Ash Wednesday. Lent is the 40-day period (excluding Sundays) of preparation for Easter. Traditionally it is a time for self-examination and repentance (turning from sin and turning toward God). Many people “give...
