Time to pack a bag

Todd Moffet Christ Church, Susquehanna They continued, “If we have found favor in your sight,let this land be given to your servants for a possession; do not make us cross the Jordan.” But Moses said to the Gadites and to the Reubenites, “Shall your...

Honoring God

Becky McLaughlin St. Mark’s, Moscow A walk on the beach. A walk through the forest. A walk in a garden. All ways to connect to our Creator. Take the time to reflect on the amazing beauty that He has created for us to enjoy. Take care of his Creation and honor...

Reaching for Heaven

Becky McLaughlin St. Mark’s, Moscow The tallest living tree in the world, a California coastal redwood named Hyperion, is nearly 380 ft tall.  This is as close to reaching to heaven as any living thing – however no matter how impressive it is, how strong and...

Full of Wonder

Becky McLaughlin St. Mark’s, Moscow We are called by God to be “childlike in our faith”. What does that mean? Stomp and cry when our prayers don’t get answered? Stop talking to God when we don’t like His answer? Ask for things for ourselves only? It means to see...

Exploring connectedness

Becky McLaughlin St. Mark’s, Moscow   Visiting a new church is a pilgrimage. What do they do that’s different?  How did you feel when you visited? Did you learn something new? What can you bring back to your home parish? There are so many parishes within...

Continuum

Becky McLaughlin St. Mark’s, Moscow A pilgrimage can be by oneself, or with a group. I draw strength from my alone time. But I also need to connect consistently with others to strengthen my faith. All of our respective journeys are a continuum; it’s a wonderful...