Interpretation…

“Calvary cries out more clearly than any theology textbook: We do not know our God.” ~ Brennan Manning, The Ragamuffin Gospel This past week I was again asked about cremation for Christians. It is a common question, because tradition has taught against cremation. Yet the bible never outlaws it directly. The confusion comes from two […]

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Beyond…

Whatever we have done in the past, be it good or evil,  great or small, is irrelevant to our stance before God today. It is only now that we are in the presence of God. ~ Brennan Manning Joe Posnanski is leaving Kansas City – moving to North Carolina. As you know, at least according […]

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Breathe 6.8

If you missed Breathe this week, check out our prayer guide (link below). Through this, even if you were not present, you can join us in prayer. The design of the cover, circling out from self, is designed to demonstrate praying beyond ourselves to reach the world. I hope we can see next week at […]

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Breathe 6.1

If you missed Breathe this week, check out our prayer guide (link below). Through this, even if you were not present, you can join us in prayer. The design of the cover, circling out from self, is designed to demonstrate praying beyond ourselves to reach the world. I hope we can see next week at […]

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What’s in a Name

“Did you know there are two “Sean”s at church?” ~ Ivy sharing surprise with Meg Sean, the oldest Ramos child, called me the other day. Our conversation began like this… Me: “Hello” S: “This is Sean” Me: “Uh…yes… this is Sean…” During the awkward pause I checked the caller id and realized that Sean was […]

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