Sunday, Nov. 2: What’s in Your Hand, Faith?
Faith, I hope you've heard the exciting news! We are embarking on an important capital campaign, Faith Makes History, to modernize our downstairs and refresh our exterior. We've heard a critical question from many of you: "Why now?" It is a great question, and I want to share five reasons why acting now is responsible…
Sunday, Oct. 26: I AM is His-Story
Faith, In 1980 and '86, the members and friends at Faith Covenant Church did something that benefits us every week. They had two capital campaigns to build our worship center, basement, and children's wing of our facility. Think about it! Every week, our kids and teens, Meals on Wheels, Loaves and Fishes, the M.O.M.S. program,…
Sunday, Oct. 19: Faith Needs a Shepherd
Faith, Have you had any "lost years"? Vincent Van Gogh, before becoming a painter, spent most of his 20s drifting between jobs as a teacher, missionary, and art dealer. This is often called his “lost decade.” John Lennon's "lost weekend" was actually 18 months of separation from his wife, filled with adultery and drunkenness. While…
Sunday, Oct. 12: Faith-filled Sacrifice Makes History
Faith, I have a challenge for you this week: See all heads in haloes! It's a magnificent challenge. Seriously! Try it out! Take that politician, neighbor, or family member who is trying your patience or stirring your bitterness and see them with a halo over their head. The challenge comes from the great Christian thinker,…