Rev. Ben KonecnyNov 3, 20203 minWading into treacherous watersMany of us have heard the adage that it’s not polite to talk about religion and politics in public. While the sentiment behind this...
Rev. Ben KonecnySep 9, 20203 minWhat does religion say about racism?I remember when I was wondering whether I would have marched during the civil rights movement. While I hoped the answer would have been...
Rev. Nathan MillerJul 25, 20203 minWould Jesus Wear a Mask?I’d been thinking all week this would be an interesting column to write: “Would Jesus Wear a Mask?” My column would develop along the...
fccuccgreeleyJul 4, 20203 minWe Have 2 Flags in our SanctuaryLike many churches we have an American flag in our worship space. On the other side of the sanctuary is a Christian flag. It features...
fccuccgreeleyJun 3, 20202 minCalled to courage and conviction in a time of tension Since the killing of George Floyd, we have seen protests emerge all over the country. While these protests were sparked by outrage...
fccuccgreeleyMay 24, 20203 minEven now, signs of hope are everywhereWe are nearing that time of the year when election signs will begin competing for space on just about every yard and street corner...
fccuccgreeleyMay 18, 20202 minApril 2020Given the speed with which this Pandemic has changed our lives, I hesitate to write anything a week before this issue of the Bell is...
fccuccgreeleyMay 18, 20202 minMarch 2020As we were cleaning up after the Ash Wednesday service last week, Nate, Robbie and I were discussing ideas about what we would give up...
fccuccgreeleyMay 18, 20202 minFebruary 2020When I was a child my family often watched the Ed Sullivan Show. It was a variety show with wide appeal (it featured the first televised...
fccuccgreeleyMay 18, 20202 minJanuary 2020As we begin a new year and a new decade together as a church, you have probably noticed there’s a lot going on! Last fall we began a...