by the Rev. Paul McLain Throughout my life, I have heard the adage, ‘God loves a cheerful giver,’ particularly during church stewardship drives. But I have never heard anyone … Continue reading “God Loves a Cheerful Receiver”
This blog isn’t usually where you’ll find breaking news, but today it is. Last week, Monument Lab in Philadelphia announced the second cohort of teams in its Re:Generation initiative to … Continue reading “Monument Re:Generation Grant from Monument Lab”
by the Rev. Mimsy Jones Buckle up, friends, because Calvary’s 101st Lenten Preaching Series is about to take off, and the lineup is bursting with brilliant, compassionate preachers. … Continue reading “Fasten Your Seat Belts!”
by the Rev. Katherine Bush In the middle of Luke’s telling of the Nativity story, the angels say to the shepherds, “This will be a sign for you; you … Continue reading “The End of Christmas”
by the Reverend Paul McLain One of the tributes to former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who died last month, described how she became a champion for persons impacted by … Continue reading “Remembering Rosalynn”
by the Rev. Katherine Bush I love the mailbox. I loved the mailbox in my childhood home: a box with a door on both sides built into the thick … Continue reading “The December Mailbox”
by the Rev. Paul McLain ‘I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers.’ – Ephesians 1:16 During these days when … Continue reading “Thankful for Helen and Eutha”
by the Rev. Mimsy Jones “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you,” Jesus said to the disciples at their last meal together. For most of … Continue reading “Shalom”
by the Rev. Katherine Bush One of my all-time favorite authors is Annie Dillard, and I am loving spending a few weeks this November discussing some of her essays … Continue reading “Catching Grace”
by the Rev. Paul McLain In June, I learned of the death of a friend and mentor, the Rev. Nicolette Papanek. Nicolette taught me much about how to appreciate … Continue reading “Receive the Day”