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We have moved from the Eastertide to Pentecost, from Resurrection to reaffirming the gift of the Holy Spirit. Reflecting on traveling in Jesus’ presence in this time reminds me of two truths about time. First time is not linear moving … Continue reading →

“Walking in God’s Light“ Don Elly, M. Div. November 27, 2022 1st Sunday in Advent Cycle A In the days to come the mountain of the Lord’s house shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be … Continue reading →

*Thanksgiving is a contradiction of our culture’s values of a market economy that depends upon continuous consumption and a belief that we are independent from each other, self-sufficient and on our own alone. When we give thanks we are proclaiming … Continue reading →

August 24, 2022 Don R. Elly, M. Div. I’ve been reflecting lately on what I am called to do as a follower of Jesus Christ. Am I called to live my life by the examples of Jesus life that are … Continue reading →

Don R. Elly, M.Div. What is the condition of your branches? This past Sunday I preached on John 15:1-17. The title was “Jesus’ keys to community”. Jesus proclaims that “I am the true vine and you are the branches and … Continue reading →

Don R Elly, M.Div Discarded on the side of the road at six weeks’ with three siblings in a cardboard box in below zero, bitter cold weather, he survived. Somehow the box moved, it is suspected that he, a puppy … Continue reading →

March 2nd, 2022 by Don R. Elly, M.Div. My hope is to share a daily insight from my devotional time and reflections on the current situation that will provide comfort, challenge and direction for living life as fully as possible … Continue reading →

Donald R. Elly, M. Div. Ever played the game “Connect the dots”? You can start anywhere filling in the dots and slowly a picture emerges that conveys what the creator of the game intended. This is the image that came … Continue reading →

Donald R. Elly, M.Div. Worship this past Sunday was the first Sunday in Advent and as I read Jesus’ words to the disciples reflecting on the situation of our early trail blazers in faith, it seems to have been a … Continue reading →

Donald R. Elly, M. Div. When you hear the word Thanksgiving, what immediately comes to mind? Pilgrims, turkey, football, the Thanksgiving parade in New York City? Add into the mix the pressure of Black Friday where we try to buy gifts for everyone ahead of the … Continue reading →