The greatest threats often come after the miracle. As joy spreads through Bethlehem, darker plans take shape in Jerusalem. King Herod’s fear turns deadly, and the lives of innocent children
Faith Stories: The Girl Who Guarded the King – Part 2
Faith does not always stay safely within walls. Sometimes it must walk unfamiliar roads. Having escaped King Herod’s palace, Tabitha, Adam and Darius find themselves racing against time along the
Faith Stories: The Girl Who Guarded the King – Part 1
Some acts of faith happen far from crowds and pulpits. They begin quietly – in a workshop, with ink-stained hands and ancient words. When twelve-year-old Tabitha arrives in Jerusalem disguised
Faith Stories – Wrapped in Love & Grace
Our Advent Faith Stories inspired me to share a verse that has helped me in difficult times. In recent years, my faith has been tested. Four years ago, my Mom,
Faith Stories – Star Word Reflection – Clarity
Last January I shared my experience with my Star Word “Journey” and I am still on that journey. When I received my new Star Word “Clarity” I knew that my
Faith Stories – Star Word Reflection – Grow
Waiting in my pew to head toward the alter for communion, I prayed to God that I would receive a star word that would help me “grow in my faith.” I
Faith Stories – Star Word Reflection – Harmony
I started working at St. John’s two years ago. My very first Sunday was January 8, 2023 – Epiphany Sunday. I was immediately introduced to the St. John’s tradition of
Faith Stories – My Second-Best Christmas Gift
For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given… – Isaiah 9:6 I don’t remember what it was that I was wishing for that Christmas. I
Faith Stories – Make the World Go Away
The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead
Faith Stories – We Can’t Go Alone
Ruth 1:1-22 There is a contemporary gospel song that I tend to laugh at because it is not necessarily true. “Well, I’ve been lied on, cheated, talked about, mistreated, I’ve








