Autumn is my favorite season. I love the beautiful leaves, crisp air, apple cider, and bundling up. I’m struck by the paradox of how much beauty there is in dying leaves. There’s profound glory as the botanical world lets everything go and hunkers down for the winter. In many ways autumn reminds me … [Read More…] October 10, 2021
Hello! I’m so excited for our upcoming Christmas Musical – yes, that’s right, Costco is not the only place preparing for Christmas. ? The kids in 3rd-5th grade have worked hard and taken many risks by auditioning for our musical and I’m so happy for their willingness to sing and interact with their friends. … [Read More…] Cast List
Hello Chorus Parents! This is a bit of a longer email. Thanks for bearing with me! We will rehearse outside on the roof deck this Wednesday, September 29, so please make sure your child has a jacket as it gets chilly right about 6:15. Please use the kiosks on the second floor to check in … [Read More…] Week 3
Hello Children’s Chorus Families. What a special time of singing we had this past Wednesday! It was a blessing to see old and new faces and to gather once again to praise the Lord. Thank you for your flexibility and patience as we continue to figure out the best way to sing together this … [Read More…] Week 2 + Musical Tryouts!
Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness. (Psalm 115:1) Today we give thanks to our God and offer praise for the glory of His name. At the Lake this morning, we celebrated the joy of changed lives with unforgettable baptisms. … [Read More…] September 19, 2021
In today’s passage, we will see John’s account of the betrayal, arrest, and preliminary interrogation of Jesus. We’ll explore three lenses: The Sequence of the Storm: This is the quick overview of the narrative leading up to the crucifixion. Betrayal and Arrest (Mt 26:47-56; Mk 14:43-52; Lk 22:47-53; Jn 18:2-12): All 4 gospels … [Read More…] The Betrayed
In this passage we come to what is arguably the pinnacle of John’s Gospel. It’s Jesus’ last night, and in the next hours, He will be betrayed by Judas Iscariot from His inner circle. He will be put on trial, condemned, and crucified the following day. And Jesus, knowing all that awaits Him, has … [Read More…] The Priest
Happy Father’s Day! Everyone I know has a complicated relationship with their fathers. Even those with the best of fathers still experience disappointments and disillusionment with them, and I have a guess for why that is. The Bible tells us we were created to find our identity, meaning, purpose, value, and joy … [Read More…] June 20, 2021
