January 15, 2023–Come and See
fAmy Martinell, Sioux Falls, SD Warm-up Questions In the gospel text, Jesus invites two future disciples to come and spend the day with him. What is the best invitation you have received to spend time with someone? Who was it?...
January 8, 2023–No Filter Needed
John Wertz, Blacksburg, VA Warm-up Question When someone is baptized, the pastor uses the individual’s full name. Share your full name and a story about how your name was chosen or what your name means. No Filter Needed There is...
January 1, 2023–Collage
There is no Faith Lens for January 1. Instead, a collage of images, thoughts, and texts on which to reflect during the week after Christmas Day: “Freedom isn’t free.” (Bumpersticker for a charity serving wounded veterans) “At the...
December 25, 2022–When Christmas Feels Blue
Brenda N. Henry, Carnegie, PA Warm-up Questions Holidays are often seen as a time for merriment and happiness. However, not everyone is experiencing those feelings. What are some other emotions that you are/can experience during this Christmas season (i.e. frustration,...
December 18, 2022–With Honor and Gentleness
Linnea Peterson, Minneapolis, MN Warm-up Questions What does safety look like to you? Is your community safe? If so, whose actions contribute to your community being safe? If not, whose actions contribute to the lack of safety? Do you think...