A God who shows up

How can our emphasis on “holiday homecoming” be good news when this is not a reality for so many?

Cafe Podcast: Holiday homecoming

Dec 17, 2018 | Monthly Topic, Podcast

Called to wait expectantly by Emily Heitzman Listen to the podcast episode below and on...

Cafe group: Holiday Homecoming

Dec 6, 2018 | Cafe Groups, Monthly Topic

December 2018 A God who shows up by Emily Heitzman Some holiday homecomings aren't all joyous. Read more Faith reflections: Called to waiting expectantly by Emily Heitzman To wait in preparation for the coming of the baby Jesus is a time when we are to equip ourselves...

Faith Reflections: Called to wait expectantly

Dec 4, 2018 | Faith Reflections, Monthly Topic

by Emily Heitzman Every year at this time, as I turn on the TV or a Christmas music station, I am reminded of the many people who cannot relate to the majority of Christmas songs, TV shows and movies, which emphasize the importance of going home for the holidays. I...

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