by Pastor Tim Koester | Aug 31, 2022 | Humanity, Theology
As part of what we traditionally call “The Sermon on the Mount”, Jesus teaches the disciples the Lord’s Prayer using these words: “And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” ~Matthew 6:12 Not sinners. Not trespassers. We are to forgive...
by Pastor Tim Koester | Aug 3, 2022 | Humanity, Youth
My dog embarks on a new journey of discovery every day, even though we walk almost the same path. She is in very familiar surroundings and yet around each corner (and especially at every signpost), there are new discoveries to be made. Scents I cannot detect....
by Pastor Tim Koester | Jun 29, 2022 | Church, Humanity
The recent Supreme Court ruling that overturned the 1973 decision of Roe vs. Wade has reignited the debate over abortion in our society and within the church. Listening to friends and colleagues, it’s clear we don’t all think alike on this deeply personal and...
by Pastor Tim Koester | Apr 27, 2022 | Church
Throughout the past two years of uncertainty and disruption, the people of Saint Michael have generously contributed to support all the ways God calls us to serve one another and our neighbors in need. We maintained all of our staff and adapted the activities and...
by Pastor Tim Koester | Apr 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Discernment is always a process. Sometimes it is short. Sometimes it takes years. Sometimes it means listening to voices that are not your own. Sometimes it means ignoring those voices. A path can become clear after an “Epiphany” or it can be a slow and...
