Meditations
Taize for April: Savior, Servant and Community
April 1, 2021
If you are joining us April 1, it is the beginning of three days of prayer called the Sacred Triduum. We celebrate the most momentous events in salvation history. As one Church, we rejoice in Christ’s resurrection with uplifted and responsive minds.
Good Friday Community Worship Service
March 30, 2021
By Liberty-Area Ministerial Alliance
Believing that Christ’s sacrifice on the cross joins us with God and with all humanity, we join together with the Liberty Christian community in an online worship service led by local ministers.
Equanimity in the Buddhist and Christian Traditions
March 29, 2021
By Kathy Keary
Part 13. What Christians call “resting in God’s grace,” Buddhists describe as upekkha or equanimity, meaning “a mind in balance, free of discrimination and rooted in insight.” Both traditions have practices to balance our lives.
(corrected) Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion — March 28
March 28, 2021
In today's readings -- and all this week -- Jesus challenges us to follow his example and assume the mantle, not of a king, but of a simple servant. Can we follow his example to the margins of our society?
What is a Silent Directed Retreat? Part 1
March 23, 2021
First question: Why make a directed retreat? The aim of a directed retreat is to intentionally set aside quality time for you and God to be together and to grow more deeply in that relationship.
Joy in the Buddhist and Christian Traditions
March 22, 2021
By Kathy Keary
Part 12. Buddhist teachers describe “joy,” or “mudita,” as a “genuine ability to rejoice and delight in the happiness of others. Joy helps us be inspired by the positive qualities of others.” The Christian perspective tells us that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit.
Fifth Sunday in Lent — March 21
March 21, 2021
I have experienced a longing for God in my heart this Lent. More eager than I have been in previous Lents. I find myself more eager to get out of bed in the morning and spend some time with God before the other activities in my life begin.
Family Matters #18: Transitions are opportunities for renewal
March 16, 2021
By Lucia Ferrara
Springtime, for me, is always a reminder that life is not static; it’s a series of changes, transitions and transformations. It is also an opportunity for us to renew our minds, bodies and spirits.
Compassion in the Buddhist and Christian Traditions
March 15, 2021
By Kathy Keary
Part 11. Christianity teaches, "Compassion asks us to go where it hurts, to enter into places of pain, to share in brokenness, fear, confusion, and anguish." Buddhism teaches, "With true Compassion ... we are able to serve others in wise, loving, calm, and skillful ways."
Fourth Sunday in Lent — March 14
March 14, 2021
Ask yourself, “What person, things, or activities keep me from spending time in prayer or with my family?” It can be so simple to answer that question, but so difficult to actually change!