What does “renewal” mean? It’s pretty simple in some ways and not simple at all in others. The prefix “re-” means “again.” So “renew” means “new again.” Which means our task for October is to return to newness. Simple, but not. Maybe we need to think for a moment about what it is like to … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Renewal
What does it mean to be a people of renewal? October_2014_Renewal
On November 1, 2014 at 7 o’clock in the evening, the frightening fun will begin! The whole family is invited to our biggest FUNraiser of the year, our Ghoulishly Good Auction! Along with some thrills and chills, the evening will include these phantasmagoric events: Live (or is it Undead?) Auction Silent Auction 50/50 Raffle Hors … Continue reading Ghoulishly Good Auction
We are just beginning to develop content for members and friends of Tree of Life. Take a look around and let us know what you’d like to see here. We are hoping to create a place for teams and committees to share information, for members to have ready access to key documents of the congregation, … Continue reading Welcome to our new “Members Only” section
Sometimes the hardest thing is risking looking foolish. But many traditions revere the fool as the ultimate symbol of faithfulness. Come explore how we can be faithful fools.
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Have we traded the American dream of freedom and prosperity for assurances of safety and security? Is our nation becoming increasingly risk-averse and at what cost? Rev. Sean will explore the balance of security and freedom.
Risk. To tell the truth, most of us are not very good at it. We tend to be creatures of habit and most comfortable when we can rely on what we already know. When we’re asked to take a risk–to attempt something unfamiliar, with no assurances about the outcome–we don’t like it. This month’s theme–which … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Risk
We will celebrate the beginning of a new school year with wonderful music, a time to recognize our new teachers and leaders, some thoughts about the importance of risk-taking, and a surprise from the Tree of Life Board.
On this Labor Day weekend, Worship Arts Committee member Ron Relic will lead our service. He and other church members will share their experiences of work and its deeper personal meaning. There will be also be special music.
