May we use our voices

We are called to speak and act; We are called to do it boldly.

Boldcafe group: Faith in action

Sep 2, 2020 | Cafe Groups, Monthly Topic

September 2020 May we use our voices by Joy McDonald Coltvet Not only are we called to speak and act; we are called to do it boldly. Read more Faith reflections: Faith in action by Emily K. Hartner Our convictions, our core values, represent our faith. They are our...

May we use our voices

Sep 1, 2020 | Advocacy, Monthly Topic

by Joy McDonald Coltvet You shall not be intimidated by anyone, for the judgment is God's. Any case that is too hard for you, bring to me, and I will hear it. (Deuteronomy 1:17b) In the animated film A Bug’s Life, a huge colony of ants are used and abused by a few...

Faith Reflections: Faith in action

Sep 1, 2020 | Faith Reflections, Monthly Topic

How do you decide when standing up for something (or someone) is worth the risks involved? Can our faith help us out? Well, if our faith in Jesus lies at the core of our lives, then yes, our convictions should and will emerge as a result of that faith.

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