by Annette Haskins | May 28, 2020 | Living in Hope
During an intense season of prayer for our younger son, I wore a locket that held two tiny phrases: “only by Your power” (Psalm 44:3), and “only by prayer” (Mark 9:29). The weight of that necklace against my chest reminded me to pray with hope. In the account of Mark...
by David Shepherd | May 8, 2020 | Becoming a People of Hope
I was reminded recently of a responsive prayer from Celtic Daily Prayer (From the Northumbria Community, revised version, 2000, pp. 22-23) that stirs my hope and strengthens my desire to trust. I hope it does the same for you. Lord, You have always given bread for the...
by David Shepherd | May 1, 2020 | Becoming a People of Hope
I hoped for good, but evil came; I looked for light, darkness came instead. –Job 30:26, author’s paraphrase “Can we talk as soon as possible?” she messaged. Our schedules didn’t line up for three more days. When we were able to talk, she shared that her...
by Jeanni Shepherd | Apr 16, 2020 | Joining Together
As we pay attention to the outcry around us, it would seem the urgency of our situation demands us to galvanize into action. Who wouldn’t, when faced with an urgent need, step up to help? I am reminded of the story of Henri Nouwen in Peru. When he saw the street...
by Jeanni Shepherd | Mar 21, 2020 | Joining Together
Prayer for a Tired Branch Jesus I am one worn-out Tired branch And I need the newness Of the vine of you To start the hope-life Running through The streams of me again. Lord, be my vine And I’ll be your branch But free me please From this withered Cut-off...
