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For some reason, Christ's mother Mary came through strong on the down-swing of this Mother's Day for me. It is a challenge to consider Mary's role in our personal and congregational lives, but it's a challenge I think we need to try to do nevertheless. So here are some of my thoughts...


I never saw a blacksmith at work before, that is, until this weekend! And it was interesting how much that observing moment reminded me of the spiritual quest. So here's a few words of wisdom about what it might mean to be melted, hammered, and shaped into something more durable than anything we've ever imagined for ourselves...


Ever wonder what it would be like to add a little superheroism to your faith? Well, I'm not sure what that looks like either, but Jesus' words in John's Gospel comes about as close to that as I can see. Check out these thoughts before you put on your alter-ego tights...


If grace is true and everyone receives this free gift of forgiveness and love, doesn't it follow that God will reach out and save everyone? If God is truly just and loving and compassionate, doesn't it follow that there can be no room for hell in our theology? Come and explore what it means to live a life of faith based on our understanding of a loving God.


Have you ever wanted to explore or know more about different Christian forms of prayer? I sure do! I have begun to learn of an art called Centering Prayer. This prayer has ancient roots and is enjoying a rennaisance of sorts through religious orders and some churches. Here's what I have learned so far...


Ever get tired of religion's tendency to absolutize things? Well, this is what I know...


What are the essentials of your Faith??


Do you feel called to your current work? Here's one understanding of what that could mean...


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EuphonneEuphonne (Anissa Bacon) is an associate minister in an urban congregation in Des Moines. Originally from the East Coast, she came to ordained ministry through a career in church music. Her interests include science fiction, travelling, crafting, and the Christian monastic tradition.

JavaJava (Ryan Henderson) is associate minister of a congregation in suburban Philadelphia. "I am fascinated with how online communities of faith allow personal transformation of the heart, mind and soul. My passions include: online culture, the emergent church movement, mission trips to the gulf coast, reclaiming Sabbath in my life and fairly traded coffee."

AnkhAnkh (Dearthrice "Dea" DeWitt) is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. Committed to translating belief into concrete social action, he believes "God has given spiritual gifts to everyone." enjoys travel, reading, listening to music, and working with computers. He has a black belt in martial arts.

tmrock (T. Michael Rock) is pastor Robbinsdale United Church of Christ in Minneapolis. His faith is grounded in the study and practice of nonviolence through the message of Gandhi, King and many others. He is also a writer of prayers, songs, and curricula for the Justice and Witness Ministries. T. takes time to play with his partner, their two wonderful children and a Magic Dog.