Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the significance of Jesus’ baptism as recounted in Matthew 3, connecting it to the broader themes presented in Psalm 29, Acts 10, and Isaiah 42. Pastor Bowman acknowledged the lingering feeling of Christmas spirit while reflecting on the abrupt transition to Jesus’ adult life and baptism,…

Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman focused on the theme of joy during the third week of Advent, symbolized by the lighting of the pink candle. She explored the idea of joy not as a fleeting emotion, but as a deep-rooted sense of unconditional love, referencing Henry Nouwen’s definition and sharing a powerful…

Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the dual meaning of Advent – the anticipation of Jesus’ birth at Christmas and the hopeful expectation of his second coming. She acknowledged the often-hollow feeling of a consumer-driven Christmas season, contrasting it with the true gift of Jesus and the call to open our hearts…

Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman began a two-week mini-series on stewardship, moving beyond the typical focus on money to explore its broader meaning as a lifestyle of care and generosity. She emphasized that stewardship isn’s just about financial giving, but also about the time and resources we share with others. Drawing inspiration…