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Sent on a Mission Trip
Every year, our youth go on their summer mission trip. They’ve gone to Buffalo, Syracuse, Ohio, New York City. This year, we didn’t quite know how things were going to stand with the pandemic and what that would mean for things like accommodations and travel, so both 2021 mission trips are taking place here in Rochester. Which I love. There are so many amazing things to encounter right where we are. And we can miss them if we’re not looking. …
Companions in the Divine Dance
Two people meet at a conference. The first person says to her new acquaintance, “So, do you believe in God?” The reply is, “Yes.” She says, “Me too. So are you Jewish, Muslim or Christian?” “Christian.” “Wow, me too! Protestant or Catholic?” “Protestant.” “No way, me too! What kind of Protestant?” “Baptist.” “Oh my gosh, me too! Northern Baptist or Southern Baptist?” “Northern Baptist.” “Me too! Northern conservative Baptist or Northern liberal Baptist?” “Northern liberal Baptist.” “Me too! Northern liberal…