The season of Lent means to form us as Easter people by confronting candidly the timeless frailties and failures that led to the tragic sorrow of Good Friday in the light of Easter’s resurrection hope for this world as well as the next. In much the same way a requiem affirms life even in the Read more
Many of us have journeyed along-side of loved ones as they approached the last years of their lives -some as day-to-day caregivers; other, close in spirit but witnessing from longer distances. This series will feature discussions of very practical concerns (such as long term care insurance; power of attorney; “Do Not Resuscitate” orders; in-home, out-of-home Read more
Art historian Andree Hayum says of the Isenheim Altarpiece, “this monument, once noticed, becomes an active presence in one’s life.” This sixteenth century twelve panel multi-stage polyptych from the hand of Matthias Grunewald surely represents one of the most powerful expressions of Christian faith ever painted. Literally and figuratively, it also corresponds perfectly to our Read more
This year’s Wednesday Lenten Family Devotions “A Journey through Holy Week” will be held in the Chapel at 6:20 p.m. following the WOW dinner from 5:30-6:15 (note time change). Using the symbols of the palm branches, chalice, crown of thorns and the cross, this 15 minute worship service for families with children of all ages, Read more
Dante’s three headed beast with a pair of bat wings under each chin, The Omen’s Damien Thorn, Faust’s Mephistopheles; in The Devil’s Advocate a megalomaniacal lawyer, in animation a red-skinned figure with horns, pointed ears, stinger tail, and pitchfork, in The Passion of the Christ an androgynous wraith: many are the portraits of Satan painted Read more
Jesus took some time off. Hiking up in the mountains. His road trip buddies include three close friends, taking some time to pray. As the old song goes, “get in touch with God.” We know what is supposed to happen. Read a couple Bible passages. Do some personal sharing. Say a little Read more
