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Our purpose is encouraging, loving, and supporting a diverse group of people who gather to deepen their experience of the inner light of God. We direct this inner light outward in service to others to share the love of Christ.
**Following the teachings of the Living Christ, we are an open, loving, and affirming community.
We believe that God’s Light is inherent within all people. There are no exceptions.**
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Counterculture Guest List by John Kinney, December 10, 2023
Many Christian denominations follow a liturgical calendar. Last Sunday was the first Sunday of the calendar and the first Sunday of the four-Sunday season called Advent. The theme of Advent is to get ready to celebrate the incarnation, Christmas, and … Continue reading →
Going to the Dogs by John Kinney, November 11, 2023
It is always good to be with you in person. Let us start with this simple prayer: Breathe in “Thank.” Breathe out “You.” Several moments of silence. This meeting house is at 1612 W Dalke. I had no clue where … Continue reading →
Everyone Belongs to God by Lois Kieffaber, October 29, 2023
Some weeks ago I read a paragraph in a magazine (Plough, which is in our magazine rack) that struck me profoundly – I’ll share it with you now. “When you meet people of other faiths, don’t hopelessly think to yourself … Continue reading →
Spiritualty . . .a sanctuary of mind by Walter Simon, October 1, 2023
It occurred to me most recent, having octogenarian credentials, as well having outlived my worst critics, that I have a responsibility to open my heart beyond writing poetry, an obligation to add voice to our community, given we share common … Continue reading →
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Inside Outside Upside Down by LaVerne Biel, September 17, 2023
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to speak with you today. For some of you that don’t know me, I thought I’d give you a little background on who I am. I was the middle child of five. I … Continue reading →
“Earth’s Crammed with God” by John Kinney, August 13, 2023
I want to begin with this excerpt from the poem “Aurora Leigh” by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and tweak it a bit to make it a prayer. “Earth’s crammed with heaven,And every common bush afire with God,But only those who see … Continue reading →
Lamentation by John Kinney, October 8, 2023
Nice to be with you. If I do anything right in my messages you get a lot of the credit. I am not sure how it works, but I believe you are part of what draws thoughts and ideas out … Continue reading →
A Silver Age of Evangelism? Part I by Johan Maurer, August 27, 2023
Today I want to speak about evangelism, which is a bit of a loaded topic among some Friends, so let me say briefly what I mean by this word. By “evangelism,” I mean the engaging and persuasive communication of our … Continue reading →
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Is It Time Yet? (Patience) by Ruthie Tippin, August 20, 2023
Patience can wear a person out! At least being patient can. But perhaps the certain style or design of patience that the Apostle Paul encourages us to wear is a bit different than what we normally think of. Here is … Continue reading →
How Did You Make Them Feel? by Jon Maroni, July 2, 2023
Good morning and greetings friends. The Maroni’s have been fortunate to have much to celebrate right now. Mila will turn 3 in just over a month, Krista and I celebrate 12 years of marriage tomorrow, and I finally feel like … Continue reading →
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