January 17, 2021–Come and See
Tim Jacobsen, West Des Moines, IA Warm-up Question What is a food that you thought would be disgusting, but was actually really good? Come and See This weekend we celebrate and remember Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and all...
January 10, 2021–It Works!
Chris Heavner, Clemson, SC Warm-up Question How does the COVID vaccine work? It Works! Like most of you, I am eager to for my turn to come. When either of the approved vaccines becomes available, my sleeve will be rolled...
January 3, 2021–Whose Word Do We Believe?
John Wertz–Blacksburg, VA Warm-up Invite the group to join you in the game, “Two Truths and a Lie.” Tell the group that each member of the group needs to come up with two truths and one lie about themselves. Try...
Christmas Week
In this year of… pandemic devastating wildfires upheaval over justice too long denied bitter political division economic anxiety social isolation private pain “…the Light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it.”
December 20, 2020–Favorite
Ellen Rothweiler, Des Moines, IA Warm-up Question Who is the favorite in your family? Favorite The holidays expose underlying family dynamics in many families. Time together, gift giving, and special meals can all offer an opportunity for favoritism among siblings...