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Embodying the Truth of God’s Loving Care

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by Sylvia KamandeOver the last few months, I have been asking the Lord what care looks like, particularly his care for us. In a couple of months, I will be going on sabbatical for 3 months, something I have never done before in my 13 years in ministry. Intentionally taking time away to rest, with no [...]
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Our Souls Restored: Walking and Imaginative Prayer

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by Rev. Michaele LaVigneThis is part 2 of a 2-part series. Find part 1 here.As we begin a new year, it’s a good time to consider how we are giving our Good Shepherd time and space to restore our souls. There are many ways that we can offer ourselves to our shepherd’s care, but I recommend these four [...]
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Our Souls Restored: Practicing Silence and Cultivating Joy

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by Rev. Michaele LaVigneThis is part 1 of a 2-part series. Read part 2 here.As community development practitioners, we recognize the need for holistic development of people and places. Yet we are often at risk of forgetting that we need to think holistically about ourselves as individuals, as well. [...]
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For People in Prison, a Listening Ear Can Make All the Difference

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by Paige DeurMatthew grew up in a Christian family. At nineteen, he gave his life to Christ and began to see his life transform.Four years later, he found his life falling apart as he sunk into depression. “This was at the beginning of my marriage when I was supposed to be happy, but I wasn’t happy [...]
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Sacred Neighboring

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By Rev. Dr. Lori E. Banfield34 “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the creation of the world. 35 For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited [...]
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