Have you heard the one about the two good ole boys? They were a-cussin’ and discussin’ the state of religion. “Do you believe in women preachers?” asked one. “Believe in ‘em? Hell, I’ve actually seen one!” declared the other. Surprise! There’s a woman in the pulpit. Back when I was in seminary — the late…
I clicked on the email title announcing a “Regional Women’s Conference.” The email invited me to be among the 125 United Church of Christ women who are gathering for a three-day October retreat. I glanced through the information: the worship theme, the mission service project, the woman chosen to lead worship, and the workshops called…
See the Light of God Revealed John 20:19-31; 1 John 1:1-2:2 A sermon preached with St. John’s UCC (Northampton) on April 15, 2012 Our gospel today gives us a picture of a church. It’s a church which had no fancy organ, or even an old upright piano. No choir. No pastor, even. In fact, it’s a picture…
In appreciation of all of Rev. Karla’s wonderful offerings during her tenure on the RevGalBlogPals Friday Five, I’m playing the excellent “Random Friday Five” that she offered as today’s blog prompt. Love you, Karla! 1. What are you wearing right now? (a question from Karla’s first FF play.) Oh my! Sweatpants capris and a t-shirt from the first…
Tidings of Comfort & Joy 