Reception Volunteer Interview Featuring a conversation with a St. Thomas Parishioner, who wishes to be named Violet here. What is it like to volunteer for the office? It’s fun to work closely with the staff. For instance, I get to personally say good morning to Lex and that is very...
Luke 23:46. Then Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, "Father, into your hands I commend my spirit." Having said this, he breathed his last. I don’t like asking for help. I was born and raised in Texas, where the land is tough, and the people are tougher. I’m sure you’ve...
Wisdom 2:23. For God created us for incorruption, and made us in the image of his own eternity. Every day, humans create. Art, music, literature, film projects, cuisine, advertisements, architecture, new businesses, technology -the list goes on. Our lives are imbued with the first words of...
Psalm 27:1. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? These days, in one swipe of a thumb across my phone screen, my eyes will see a heartwarming story about a puppy rescue and learn about more lives lost in...
Hebrews 2:18. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. Sometimes I start with a specific reading, thinking that it will be my focus, only to find myself led in a different direction. It is the case here, with my two offerings...
John 12:10. So the chief priests planned to put Lazarus to death as well. Oh, what we wouldn’t do to hold onto our power and authority! Here we have a walking miracle, Lazarus, whose very name is now synonymous with hope and radical healing. Many people traveled far to see the man who...