by Hans Jorgensen | Dec 2, 2022 | Devotions
The prophet Isaiah promises that “A shoot shall come out of the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.” David came out of Jesse’s family as we learn from our Jewish ancestors, and Jesus came out of that same family. Isaiah goes on to promise that...
by Liesl Spitz | Nov 26, 2022 | Devotions
“Wopida” is a Dakota word I’m learning from reading the stories from Lower Phalen Creek Project. “Thank you.” LCPC is the organization which stewards the site of Wakan Tipi, a sacred site for Dakota people. Over the last year and more, small...
by Liesl Spitz | Nov 18, 2022 | Devotions
On this last Sunday of the church year, we mark the Reign of Christ, in a time when our own country and others around the world roil in power struggles over democracy versus authoritarianism. Questions of power are front and center— who has power in our world, and...
by Liesl Spitz | Nov 10, 2022 | Devotions
Let the rivers clap their hands, and let the hills ring out with joy before the LORD, who comes to judge the earth. Psalm 98 “Let the rivers clap their hands, and let the hills ring out with joy before the LORD, who comes to judge the earth…” Psalm 98What is your...
by Liesl Spitz | Nov 4, 2022 | Devotions
What does Halloween evoke for you? Do you love creepy movies and costumes, or are you in it for the treats? Although I myself am not a big Halloween fan, advertising and storefronts remind me that my generation and younger love Halloween more than any other holiday....
by Hans Jorgensen | Oct 27, 2022 | Devotions
We celebrate Reformation Sunday this week, and so we get to hear the promise that “since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, they are now justified by God’s grace as a gift” (Romans 3). This is a gift that brings me much joy! When I look at my mistakes...
