The Deconstructed Church – Belovedness

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In the story of Jesus’ baptism, the heavens part open and the voice of God wraps Jesus in joy and loving care. Some translations of Luke 3:22 read, “in you, I find happiness and delight.” Therefore, we can conclude that we are also the source of God’s joy. When we…

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New Year’s Word

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It comes from much more than choosing one word, but narrowing down goals to one word can help keep you grounded, and makes it simple and easy to remember when you're in the middle of all that a year can bring.…

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The Deconstructed Church – Rooted In Ritual

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Rituals mark sacred turning points in our lives. They can help us make meaning of celebrations, losses, and transitions. As new parents to Jesus, Mary and Joseph could feel weary for what lies ahead, but perhaps these sacred rituals — and those who bear witness to them—bolster them and give…

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The Deconstructed Church – Be Amazed

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Wonder is all around us — can we recognize it? As we learn how to rejoice in a weary world, can we live in a way that allows amazement and wonder to surprise us often? In Psalm 126, those who expect to reap tears are granted a surprise: shouts of…

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Attuned Rhythms: Resting in Winter

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Do you find it harder to grind through the long days in the winter months? Do you find yourself overall feeling more fatigued than you are used to in the warmer months? Does rest seem more appealing than usual for you in winter?

Perhaps this is because your body is still…

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