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Hope Is a Discipline

This week’s blog post reflects on Pastor Cameron Trimble’s powerful reminder that hope is not wishful thinking but a sacred discipline—and connects it with Jesus’ Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10. In a time when it’s easy to look away from suffering, we are called to stop, see, and act. Hope is choosing …

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Rediscovering Community Through Vulnerability

In our hyper-connected yet lonely world, Frederick Buechner’s vision of the Kingdom of Heaven as a ‘great feast where nobody’s a stranger’ offers profound hope. Discover how authentic vulnerability and honest community can transform our churches from gatherings of strangers into genuine homes for the heart.

Spring, Tech, & Community: Modern Ways to Share Hope

In our digital age, how do we balance technological connection with spiritual depth? Discover how our Lutheran community is embracing modern tools while nurturing authentic faith connections through hybrid events, digital devotionals, and intentional tech breaks that create space for God’s voice.

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Sustainable Easter 2025: Faith, Renewal, and Ethical Traditions

Easter has always symbolized hope and rebirth—a time to reflect on spiritual renewal and the promise of new life. This year, many are reimagining their celebrations by weaving sustainability into cherished traditions. From ethical chocolate to upcycled décor, small shifts in how we observe the season can deepen our connection to faith, creation, and one …