by admin | May 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
I appreciate First Christian Church providing a time of sabbatical this summer. I pray these months will offer rest and renewal through the opportunities that await us all. The congregation will focus on the theme of Building Spiritual Resiliency through worship and...
by admin | May 20, 2021 | worship
This week we celebrate Pentecost! The story of Acts 2 is vibrant with images and sounds – a dramatic depiction of the Spirit’s coming. Each year we hear the words, imagine their vividness and chaos, and give thanks for the gift of the Spirit. We ask what does this...
by admin | May 15, 2021 | mental health, mental wellness
May is Mental Health Awareness month, and we will observe Mental Health Sunday this Sunday. First Christian seeks to be a support to those facing mental health challenges. We started the journey of what that means some years ago and continue to learn how we as a faith...
by admin | Apr 30, 2021 | COVID-19
by John Indermark Not long after I had pre-enrolled in seminary, my pastor gave an essay to me written by one of the Niebuhr brothers. The paper explored the theme of freedom and responsibility, and Pastor Pollmann asked me to present a series of short presentations...
by admin | Apr 29, 2021 | worship
Our team planning a return to in-person gatherings is working to make on site worship possible again. Tentatively, we think this may occur at the end of May and in accordance to the safety parameters set in place. We hope this will offer much needed connections and...
