Sunday, December 29
A Visit from God
Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler
Genesis 18: 1-15
We will unpack this surprising story in which Abraham gets a visit from three “men.” There is some dramatic ambiguity about the identity of these visitors. Scripture calls them three men, but Abraham addresses these three as “My Lord,” when he rushes to invite them to stop at his humble camp and be refreshed. Then Abraham “puts on the dog” as they say where I am from. He offers a feast and the Covenant promise is reiterated with a specific timeline. Sarah finds this promise laughable. What can we learn from these founding paragons of faith and their struggles with the promise of God, even when the Almighty is eating at your kitchen table!
A Visit from God
Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler
Genesis 18: 1-15
We will unpack this surprising story in which Abraham gets a visit from three “men.” There is some dramatic ambiguity about the identity of these visitors. Scripture calls them three men, but Abraham addresses these three as “My Lord,” when he rushes to invite them to stop at his humble camp and be refreshed. Then Abraham “puts on the dog” as they say where I am from. He offers a feast and the Covenant promise is reiterated with a specific timeline. Sarah finds this promise laughable. What can we learn from these founding paragons of faith and their struggles with the promise of God, even when the Almighty is eating at your kitchen table!
DATES AT A GLANCE
Veritas Retreat Deadline - Sunday, Dec 29
Urgent announcements
Church Office Closed Dec 25 - Jan 1
Limited staff will be available on Dec 31 for end-of-year gifts.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Limited staff will be available on Dec 31 for end-of-year gifts.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Giving in 2024
While the church’s pledge year ends on June 30, 2025, the tax year ends on December 31. If you have giving you need to complete for this tax year, you can give online anytime through the end of the year, or come to the church on December 31 during regular office hours.
Family ministries
No Family Ministries Programs
Children and Youth Sunday School and evening programs are paused until January 5th! We hope everyone has a fun and safe winter break!
Veritas 2025
7-12th grade students are invited to a youth worship weekend, February 21st-23rd! Click here to sign up for Veritas by December 29th!
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