Faith reflections: Called to wait expectantly
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 cannot help but think about those who lack a safe place they can call home, whether they have been forced from their homes because of their sexual orientation or gender identity, deportation, a broken relationship, violence, a natural disaster, or an unjust economic system.
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by Emily Heitzman
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by the Rev. Becca Ehrlich Life transitions and change are inevitable. Read that sentence again. As you read that sentence, notice what is happening in your body. Are there any body sensations you become aware of: tension, lightness, heaviness, experiences of heat or...
Listen to our newest podcast
Every month we offer a podcast version of one of the articles. Listen to the latest episode here or get it from iTunes. MORE
Join Boldcafe writers + friends for conversation and dinner, Thursday, January 6 @ 7 p.m. (CDT)!
Once a month we meet with some of our popular writers to talk about our favorite articles and more! Bring your own dinner (B.Y.O.D) and sign up via Zoom.
Erin Strybis is an author and popular Boldcafe writer. She will lead our conversation about our identity as a child of God. Join us!
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“What Scripture says about God’s love ” by Erin Strybis
Cafe pop-up events
Readers share stories related to the monthly theme. See photos from our previous events.
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