Message on Hope by Rev. Wendy Downing Steelville Presbyterian Church Years ago, I saw a maternity shop named “Great Expectations.” That’s what this season is all about, isn’t it? Expectations. That’s what these two passages are about. Both passages are the kind that look forward, and look to the future, with a deep sense of anticipation and expectation. Isaiah was…
Blog Post by Rev. Eric Post Chaplain, Barnes-Jewish Hospital As a chaplain, I am called to comfort the afflicted. As a Christian, I am called to love everyone, even those with whom I disagree. In my work caring for patients and families at a large hospital, these callings can coincide. How might my lens as a chaplain be helpful in…
Guest Blog by Rev. John Goodwin, HR Potosi Presbyterian Church Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Vice-Chair Presbytery Committee on Nomination When I was young there were very few things that happened in life that said I was valued, of importance, accepted, even liked. It was difficult beginning adulthood without the benefit of support and role models, and without healthy self-esteem. It…