A Messy Family Story
At our house the day after Thanksgiving we begin the Christmas tree decorating and the Christmas cards. Soon snippiness, frustration, and marital discord erupts and bah humbug moves into our house.
Book Signing with Rev. Dr. Mike Graves, December 3 and 10.
Jesus’ Vision for Your One Wild and Precious Life is the name of the book Dr. Graves wrote while on study leave earlier this year.
Expressing Gratitude
“The research is clear: Those who consciously express gratitude for at least three to five components of their lives every week are simply happier than those who don’t.” - Joan Chittister quoting Martin E.P. Seligman By the time you read this someone has already begun menu planning, grocery shopping and maybe even Read More...
Newly renovated Parlor honors history and opens opportunities for the future!
When visitors enter our church’s front door and turn right towards the sanctuary, they often pause at the beauty of the space.
Pathways to Learning: A Conversation about Israel and Palestine
On Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Country Club Christian Church, around 75 people gathered to learn more about what is happening in Israel and Palestine.
Creating Spiritual Vitality in Our Youth
On a plastic rocking horse in the church nursery, I discovered the pure joy and carefree delight of a faith community.
Sermon Series “Help, Thanks, Wow!”
We often turn to God to say “Help me” but sometimes we turn to God to say “Thank you”.
Help, Thanks, Wow!
Sometimes our prayers seem anemic in the face of the world’s pain. What words are adequate in the face of evil atrocities?
Testimony Through Tears
I felt the knot form in my throat and the tears moisten my eyes. I thought “now stop this, it's only the first museum, so you better pull it together”.
Completing Our Gifts Campaign Vision of Grace and Hospitality
The sanctuary, children’s wing and parlor have now reopened. Our sacred space shines with hospitality and the sounds of laughter, conversation and music fill our souls. We have truly launched The Next 100!
Progress in the Parlor
Enjoy the short video below to learn more about ongoing renovations, upcoming projects and how the spaces have and will continue to impact those who walk through our doors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ni5d4sla5h8 We are so excited to be back in the parlor! While there are still more bits and pieces to be Read More...
God’s Vision for Peace
When I was 17, I traveled with other Disciples of Christ youth to the United Nations in New York for an International Affairs seminar. First, we heard a briefing from the Palestinians and then a briefing from the Israelis. I remember how sitting in each briefing I felt complete support for each position.
The Suddenness of Sorrow
It arrives unbidden. It sneaks up on us. It oozes in and then rattles us when we didn’t even know there was an occasion. Grief comes not just at the graveyard but also in the ordinary routines of life.
Simply Showing Up
What do you do in your life that is incredibly important to you but deeply challenging to your spirit? Waking up in the night to feed a newborn? Flying across the country to sit with your 88-year-old mom during surgery?
New Sermon Series beginning October 8!
We wake up every morning to a divided world: A nation divided by culture wars. A globe divided by real wars. A society divided by halves and have-nots.
