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Bridges and Beacons – February 15
February 17, 2021
In today’s devotional, Pastor Roberta Kearney tells the story of Elijah as found in the book of Kings. Roberta looks ahead to the beginning of the Lenten Season and Ash Wednesday, when ashes will be offered at various times in the Narthex throughout the day. We invite you to join us if you are able […]
Bridges and Beacons – February 10
February 10, 2021
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final public speech is the focus of today’s devotional led by Pastor Pauline Sexton. She reads a passage from the Book of Exodus, which Dr. King also referenced that day in Memphis. Bridges and Beacons is shared on Mondays and Wednesdays. We hope these devotionals continue to offer a chance […]
Bridges and Beacons – February 8
February 8, 2021
Pastor John reads from the Gospel of Matthew which recounts the dramatic events that unfolded between Jesus and three of his disciples known as the Transfiguration. Mark Helms offers an uplifting rendition of “Shine, Jesus, Shine,” as we gather together for today’s edition of Bridges and Beacons. Bridges and Beacons is shared on Mondays and […]
Advent Mission Market Survey
February 4, 2021
Thank you to everyone who participated in the online Mission Market and Giving Tree. All of the gifts on the Giving Tree (over 150!) were purchased. As this online format was new this year, we would be grateful if you completed this brief survey so we can hear from you about the experience: bit.ly/DPC-Survey.
Bridges and Beacons – February 3
February 4, 2021
Mina Choi continues our celebration of Black History Month as she turns to “Go Down Moses” to illustrate how African-American Spirituals often used Biblical stories to parallel the hopes and sorrows of their people.
The Tidings – February Edition
February 1, 2021
This month’s edition of The Tidings highlights Black History Month. As we begin to join together as a Matthew 25 Congregation and move toward our stated focus of dismantling racism and its intersectionality with poverty, celebrating the voices from the past and embracing the visions of the future becomes more important than ever. Also inside […]
Bridges and Beacons – February 1
February 1, 2021
Mark Helms leads us through today’s devotional as we begin our recognition and celebration of Black History Month. We invite you to visit our Black History Month homepage in the “Upcoming Events” section to explore all the ways we can join together during this time.
Bridges and Beacons – January 27
January 27, 2021
Please join us in the latest offering of our video devotional series Bridges and Beacons Pastor Pauline Sexton offers one of her favorite stories of Jesus as he shares breakfast with his disciples after a morning of fishing. She urges us to give thanks to everyone in our lives, even the strangers who work to keep […]
Bridges and Beacons – January 25
January 25, 2021
DPC Deacon Craig Clemente guides us through today’s devotional. He reflects on the different ways in which he sees God. As he explains, God can be found in love, in joy, and in pain as we share in an open, prayerful life with him.
Bridges and Beacons – January 20
January 20, 2021
In today’s devotional, Pastor John Willingham reflects on transitions during ancient times as a new President begins his term on this Inauguration Day. Bridges and Beacons is shared on Mondays and Wednesdays. We hope these devotionals continue to offer a chance to slow down, take stock of our blessings, and to allow the peace and […]