Julie’s Jar: Words Create Worlds
The story of Betty Vasquez captured my imagination and continues to inspire me. I told her story in my sermon on Jan. 5th. Betty was forced to move when gangs
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Julie’s Jar: Light
Light is a major theme during the Christmas season. The opening of the gospel of John is a hymn or poem about the word and the light that is coming
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Julie’s Jar: Gratitude
“I want to be an associate member of your church; they are so welcoming!” These words were spoken by one of the speakers at the memorial service for Rev. Dr.
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Advent: Making Space for Christ
How do you get ready for Christmas? Perhaps you decorate a tree and put up decorations around your home. There may be special gatherings with friends, a concert you like
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Julie’s Jar: We Can Do Something
What happens when people don’t make enough money to live where they work? It’s a question hundreds of thousands of people in our own state of California face every day.
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