I’ve been at and part of funerals that have, in the midst of very real sorrow, made that hope and joy palpable—in singing, in brilliantly told stories and preached sermons, in music. While it’s clearly grace when it works, it’s also the dint of effort and a special alchemy of gifts coming together. And so I’m curious. What stories do you have to share about truly special funerals, when you felt that joy of the good news of Christ’s resurrection in the midst of the sorrow of those gathered? Was there some special moment that made you feel it? What helped that joy and hope to come alive for you? Continue reading
In the last couple of weeks, enjoyed a twelve-part series of devotionals looking at key moments of the Eucharist service. I’d love to hear what others think—how do these devotionals affect you? How does praying about what we do when we gather change how you experience worshipping at the eucharist? Continue reading
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