An innocent man was murdered because he was assumed a threat. His mere existence was a threat to their worldview and way of life. So they callously killed him like many before him. They didn’t carry out the heinous act themselves but empowered the authorities to carry out their unjust collective will. There was no justice for his family, not even a hope for it. However, there … [Read more...] about Justice and the Sabbath
Inspiration
Monday Sligo Update – June 15, 2020
Happy Monday family!I pray that you have had a blessed weekend and that you were able to experience the rest that all of us so desperately need, especially during a time like this when our world is feeling as though it’s about to tear apart at the seams. It is during moments like this that I take comfort in these words found in Joshua 1: 9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong … [Read more...] about Monday Sligo Update – June 15, 2020
If Sligo’s Walls could talk during COVID-19. . . .
A while back, I wrote an eWeek-end editorial titled, “If Sligo’s Walls could talk.” How all of that has changed since March 2020 when we cancelled all events in the church building except for the Worship Service. This is my take now: If Sligo’s Walls could talk during the current pandemic, what would they have to say? I can just imagine that if the marble wall in … [Read more...] about If Sligo’s Walls could talk during COVID-19. . . .
“The Church Has Left the Building”
Recently I shared with our Sligo family a quote that I saw on a church sign while driving in my community, which resonated with me in a powerful way. It simply said, “The church has left the building.” Of course, it was making reference to the fact that during the COVID-19 pandemic, churches, along with most businesses and other establishments, have had to literally close their … [Read more...] about “The Church Has Left the Building”
Monday Sligo Update – June 1, 2020
Happy Monday Family! It’s hard to believe that we have reached the first day in the month of June, but here we are! I’m sure you’ve heard the expression “how time flies,” but this is unbelievable. If you had the opportunity to join us for worship this past Sabbath, I pray that it was as much of a blessing for you as it was for me. As you know, celebrating the Holy Communion has … [Read more...] about Monday Sligo Update – June 1, 2020