Category Archives: Spiritual Practice
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Epiphany Celebration
Posted on December 17, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Spiritual Practice, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthSunday, January 5 at 6 pm Most people know that the Wise Men brought gifts to the Christ Child. What you might not know is that those gifts were given, not on Christmas Day, but on Epiphany. Epiphany is January 6th (but we’re celebrating on the 5th)– the 12th day after Christmas. That’s right – […]
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Service of Light 2019
Posted on December 11, 2019 by Nancy in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Spire link, Spiritual Practice, WorshipThe Service of Light is one way our church family remembers those who experience a loss of joy this holiday season. Designed to move from darkness to hope, the music, readings and candle lighting in the warmth of community open us to God’s quiet presence. We pray that our lives will be graced with the true gifts of the season, a peace which surpasses all understanding; Love Divine and encouragement that sustains us though the longest night.
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Making Room This Advent
Posted on December 4, 2019 by Nancy in Latest News, Spire link, Spiritual PracticeIt is the irrational season, when Love blooms bright and wild. Had Mary been filled with reason, there’d have been no room for the child. —Madeline L’Engle Pondering my favorite Advent poem this year, I am convicted more deeply by the words, “No room for the child.” Realizing there is much for me to do […]
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Centering Prayer/Meditation Circle
Posted on October 25, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ripley, Small Groups, Spiritual PracticeWednesdays 6:30-7 am in Ripley Chapel Begin your Wednesday mornings in Ripley Chapel with a time of silent prayer starting this Wednesday, October 30th. We’ll begin with a brief reading, spend 20 minutes in silence and close with a prayer. Meditation mats/cushions (and regular chairs) are provided or bring your own.
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Join Us for Worship This Sunday (10/27/19) at 10 am.
Posted on October 24, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, Spiritual Practice, WorshipWe’re back in the sanctuary this Sunday after a beautiful Animal Blessing Service out on the Town Common last week. We’ll kick off our fall Stewardship Drive during worship and reflect upon another parable from Jesus and what it has to say to us about generosity in community. Immediately following worship, those in need of […]
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Ripley Chapel Healing Circle
Posted on October 11, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, Small Groups, Spiritual PracticeSunday, October 27th Immediately after worship (11:00ish) An invitation to pray what is on your heart in community. A contemplative healing practice designed for those experiencing pain, grief, illness or burden. Connect deeply to the love, grace, and serenity that God offers us.
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Climate Strike Testimonials
Posted on October 4, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthTwo of our youth gave testimonials this past Sunday on their experience of the Climate Strike. Ben Kuchma is a Junior at Winchester High and his brother Alex is a 5th grader at Morroco. Benjamin Kuchma I was asked to talk today about my experiences during the September 20th climate strike. This event encouraged youth […]
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Join Us for World Communion Sunday at 10 am (October 6, 2019)
Posted on October 3, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Small Groups, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthThis first Sunday of October is World Communion Sunday when we share the Lord’s Supper within our congregation but pay special mind to those across the world who are also joining us in this sacred act. The kids will be waving flags from many nations and the choir’s anthem will draw our attention across the […]
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Ripley Presents: Divine Yoga
Posted on September 13, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ripley, Small Groups, Spiritual PracticeWeekly on Tuesdays starting Oct 22 at 10 am Divine Yoga in Ripley Chapel starts Tuesday, October 22nd at 10:00 am. Join Christine Tresselt every Tuesday morning for an all-levels, 60 minute flow practice designed to unite body, spirit and mind. This is a free class, so bring a friend, your mat if you have […]
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The Insufficiency of Everything Attainable
Posted on September 12, 2019 by Nancy in Pastor's Blog, Spire link, Spiritual PracticeSept 12, 2019 The theologian Karl Rahner wrote about “the torment of the insufficiency of everything attainable.” This doesn’t mean we shouldn’t strive for success, victory, expertise, accomplishment and achievement in this life. It means that we should hold them lightly knowing that even the greatest of these will not satisfy. This doesn’t suggest that […]
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