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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.
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Author Archives: bpemery
When Pain and Sorrow are Too Deep for Words (Romans 8:18-27) by David Morrow August 28, 2002
Some of you may be familiar with the British TV drama, “Call the Midwife.” “Call the Midwife is the story of a group of midwives (some of whom are nuns) who worked in the East End of London in the … Continue reading →
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Substitutionary Atonement by John Kinney May 1, 2022
Prayer: We are part of a mystery we do not understand. For that we are grateful. It is good to be with you in person. My message is one I have been hesitant to give. It involves looking at a … Continue reading →
Easter Sermon (Holy Saturday) by Deborah Suess, April 17, 2022
It doesn’t feel like Easter. Not to me, anyway. Not right now. Let me be honest. On Easter, Jesus emerged from the tomb. He put two feet on the ground. He took fresh air into his lungs. He gardened, I … Continue reading →
Do Not Resist Evil: Really, Matthew? by John Kinney, January 9, 2022
Giving the message is a privilege that I appreciate. I pray that something I say will be of spiritual benefit to this community that has so warmly and kindly welcomed Erin and me. I will give the message and then … Continue reading →
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The Stretch of Our Souls by Ruthie Tippin
Today is my birthday, and it’s really fun to start the day with all of you! I noticed in the Spokane Friends newsletter that three pastors connected to SFC are celebrating birthdays this week: Paul Blankenship, Leeann Williams, and me! … Continue reading →
The Prodigal Son (Jesus vs. Pharisees) by John Kinney
Luke 15: 11-32 (NIIV) There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 “Not long after that, the younger son got together … Continue reading →
Let Your Light Shine by John Kinney
When approached about speaking I was reluctant and not sure it was a good idea. But I decided to trust the elder’s discernment and give it a go. If they think I might have something to say, maybe I do. … Continue reading →
Equality, Equity, Fairness and Freedom by Leann Williams
This has been quite a year for Friends in Common, not to mention the entire planet. During the fall election season, we became acutely aware of the political diversity within our group. With the pandemic it became increasingly clear that … Continue reading →
How Will We Treat Each Other Now? by Jon Maroni
Good morning friends, I am excited to be back in the meetinghouse for the first time in many months for me. Hello and greetings to everyone who is in person here today, and thank you for what you all do … Continue reading →
Nuturing Hope by Leann Williams
There have been a few times in my life within the last two decades that I have pursued a study on the topic of hope. The first study came out of a time of conflict. I was deeply troubled and … Continue reading →
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