Hush: how quiet times feed faith, January 18
It’s a classic scene from parenthood: a child, relentless in getting attention, talking, whining, or just making incessant noise, until the parent finally cries out, “Hush! I can’t hear myself think!” Our world is relentless in messages, demands, and just incessant noise. There are times when we feel like the activity around—and within—us is so great that we can’t hear ourselves. We also can’t hear the voice of the Holy Spirit. That’s why quiet—moments of quiet and seasons of quiet—are so important to our faith. Winter is a natural time of quiet. Less daylight hours means less movement. Cold means slower movement. The lull after the bustle of the holidays means time to reset. Our modern life, and our expectation of productivity, push us to ignore the call to slow down and listen, but we are built for times of quiet, rest, sabbath, stillness. For four winter weeks, January 18 to February 8, we will turn to four stories in the Old Testament to remind us why quiet, small, alone, still times are so important for a vibrant faith. We will practice telling the incessant voices to hush, and in the hush, we will listen. |
Coffee with the Pastors, January 18
Are you new to our congregation? Come get to know the congregation and Pastor Meredith a bit better. We'll meet after worship at 12:15 pm. Pastor Meredith can get to know you, and you'll be able to ask questions about the church in a casual environment. Everyone is welcome! Sign up with church office. 
New Worship Schedule in 2026
In 2026, on the first Sunday of the month, we will have one combined worship service at 10 am. We receive many comments of appreciation and requests for more combined worship services. We will try this new schedule and welcome your feedback! All other Sundays will be our usual schedule of our Modern Worship at 9:30 am and Contemplative Worship at 11:00 am. |
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