When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, When the sages and the shepherds have found their way home, The work of Christmas is begun: To find the lost and lonely one, to heal the broken soul with love, To feed the hungry children with warmth […]
“We believe that it is our calling as people of faith to respond to the God who loves us, and who loves the earth and all its creatures, by protecting our planet and all its inhabitants. I don’t know what effect it will have, but my hope and my faith tell me it’s important for […]
In partnership with God and each other…. we are ordinary people working hard to accomplish extraordinary things. (from Ebenezer’s Identity Statement) New Life, New Energy: Listen as Jen gives testimony to her life-changing participation in local Refugee Resettlement efforts.
Today, we dedicated Thanksgiving food baskets and prayer shawls and blankets: “May we, and these gifts, serve you, Loving God. May they bring comfort, change, and hope.” The photos show only two of the many, beautifully-made prayer shawls, throws, and blankets. Thanks to all who lovingly crafted them. And thanks to those who purchased items […]
Living in a democracy is a precious gift, and as Christians we understand ourselves to be stewards of the gifts God has given us. With the right to participate in the political process comes the responsibility to exercise that gift on behalf of the common good. Helpful Information for the 2016 Elections Go to the Wisconsin Voter […]
Nathan Athorp was ordained as Pastor of Outdoor Ministries in April during a service held at Pilgrim Center of the United Church of Christ on Green Lake, Wisconsin. Pilgrim Center’s outdoor ministry provides a unique and sacred setting in which participants of all ages can explore God in their lives. The facility provides year-round camping, retreats, and […]
“Chaplaincy is sitting with the most unfathomable and unimaginable times in other’s lives and holding all as sacred space, place and time.” The ordination of Lex Cade-White this afternoon was a spirit-filled service with calling of ancestors, mixing of the sands of her life, laying on of hands, reflective and joyous singing, and sharing of […]
We are filled with HOPE that God’s promises, made long ago, will continue to come true in our experience of the world. The colors of our Advent candles, going from purple to dark blue, light blue, and rose, represent the sky at dawn and the hope of a new day. The flickering flame of the candle […]