Dear Friends in Christ,   As we near the close of this year and begin to look toward 2026, I find myself filled with deep gratitude—for God, and for you. Thank you for your faithful engagement in the life of this congregation. I am grateful for the seriousness with which you approach biblical study and theological reflection, for the way you show up curious, thoughtful, and willing to wrestle with the depth of our faith. I am thankful for your participation in worship—your pr

Lent is a season of reflection, preparation, and renewal. The very word “Lent” comes from the Latin meaning “to lengthen,” symbolizing...