What We're Reading This Advent
Six books — one for each week of Advent plus a bonus — that have shaped our staff's waiting.
Journal
Stories, prayers, and Gospel hope.
Weekly reflections from pastors and ministry leaders walking with neighbors in real life.
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From the Journal
When the Service Project Got Washed Out and the Church Showed Up Anyway
Rain cancelled the original plan, but volunteers pivoted fast and turned a soggy Saturday into one of our most meaningful service days yet.
A Reading Plan Busy Parents Actually Finished Together
Our spring devotional succeeded because it was honest about time, built around short passages, and gave families room to miss a day without quitting.
Three Porch Conversations That Changed Our Outreach Team
Our outreach plans shifted when we stopped leading with announcements and started listening on porches, sidewalks, and folding chairs.
The Meal Train That Turned Into a Neighborhood Table
What began as support for one recovering family became a weekly rhythm of shared meals, new friendships, and practical care.
What Happened When Our Tuesday Prayer Room Stayed Open All Afternoon
A quiet midweek prayer gathering became a steady stream of neighbors asking for prayer, conversation, and hope.
