An Encouraging Word — The cost of neglect
byDo not neglect the gift you have. Be diligent in these matters, be absorbed in them. I Timothy 4:14-15 One of my biggest fears…
Editorials & Commentary
An Encouraging Word — Words can hurt and heal
byWith the tongue we bless the Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings who are made in the likeness of God….
Hope in the Lord — Advent, the synod preparation and ‘The Joy of the Gospel’
byHere we are in Advent — a brand new Church year! Advent is a time to prepare for Christmas and at the same time…
Liturgy Matters — The season of Advent
byBy Dr. Judy Bullock A new church year begins this weekend with the celebration of the first Sunday of Advent. Advent is a season…
An Encouraging Word — Let’s express our gratitude
by… walk in him, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:7 The older I get, the more grateful I feel. I became aware of the great…
A Time to Speak — Hospital ministry has been a blessing
byBy Laura Netherton Since I was raised in a Catholic church and attended Catholic schools, service seemed second nature to my husband, Ron, and…
An Encouraging Word — Seeing God from behind
byThe Lord said to Moses: “I will make all my beauty pass before you. … You may see my back; but my face is…
Hope in the Lord — To walk, to build, to profess Christ Crucified
byIn 1999 when appointed Bishop of Knoxville, I had the task of seeking an appropriate episcopal motto. That motto is the title of this…
An Encouraging Word — ‘All in all, I have had a ball’
byGod has given me cause to laugh and all who hear of it will laugh with me. Genesis 21:6 When I think back over…
Liturgy Matters — Sacrament of the sick
byWhat is the sacrament for the sick? The sacrament given to those who are seriously ill, in danger of death from sickness or old…