by Anne O'Connor | Apr 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
After the long harsh winter, it’s wonderful to see signs of new life breaking out all over. I’m especially grateful for the new life we have through Christ’s death and resurrection. Easter is the celebration that all things can be made new. Since Jesus Christ is...
by Anne O'Connor | Mar 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
Lent began on February 18 with the celebration of Ash Wednesday. Lent is the 40-day period (excluding Sundays) of preparation for Easter. Traditionally it is a time for self-examination and repentance (turning from sin and turning toward God). Many people “give...
by Anne O'Connor | Feb 1, 2015 | Pastor’s Corner
As I write this, we are in the middle of the season of Epiphany. Epiphany is defined in one place as a “revelatory manifestation of a divine being.” Another definition that struck me is an “immediate and meaningful understanding of something.” An Epiphany of God then...
by Anne O'Connor | Dec 1, 2014 | Pastor’s Corner
Advent begins, Sunday, November 30. I hope you’ll join us for our Advent celebration that day! There are more details elsewhere in this month’s Hinge. Advent is the four-week season that marks the start of the Church year and is meant to help us prepare for the...
by Anne O'Connor | Oct 23, 2014 | Pastor’s Corner
It’s November already and our thoughts turn toward year-end activities. November could be a dull, dreary month but there is much to celebrate! On Nov. 2 we will take time during worship to remember and thank God for our loved ones who died during the past year as well...
