Best FPC Allentown Podcasts (2025)

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Wisdom's Call 21:09

3d ago21:09

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Join us as Pastor Stephanie Anthony preaches a sermon entitled "Wisdom's Call". Today's scripture reading is Proverbs 8 (Read by Betty Jo Richards and Pastor Stephanie) This sermon was preached at First Presbyterian Church of Allentown at our 11:00am Worship Service on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcal…

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Confirmation 2024-2025 Statements of Faith 19:57

11d ago19:57

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Join us for a special sermon brought to you by the Confirmation Class of 2025 as they read excerpts from their Statements of Faith. [00:18] - Prayer for Illumination & Acts 2:1-21 (Pastor Stephanie Anthony) [04:04] - Introduction (Pastor Taylor Hall) [07:00] - Kate Brion [07:46] - Chris Longyhore [08:35] - Connor Sarnoski [09:22] - Daniel Prosser […

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Reason, healing.... yeah, but fear and...and....you know us! 20:15

18d ago20:15

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1 John 4:18 says, "Perfect love casts out fear." God loves us with that perfect love, but we might understandably still fear the difficulties of this human existence. Along with knowing God's love, how can we reason together and also cast out some fear? Join us as Pastor Kathryn Foster preaches a sermon entitled "Reason, healing.... yeah, but fear …

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Making Space 20:30

25d ago20:30

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What do you need to do (or not do) to make space for God in your life? Join us as Pastor Stephanie Anthony preaches a sermon entitled "Making Space". Today's scripture readings are Psalm 67 & Acts 16:9-15 (Read by Bob Martin) Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript …

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May 18, 2025 17:27

1M ago17:27

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When has your discipleship challenged you to do something difficult, something counter-cultural? Join us as Pastor Stephanie Anthony preaches her sermon from May 18, 2025. Today's scripture readings are John 13:31-35 & Acts 11:1-18 (Read by Linda Boyle) Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more det…

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Resurrection: Right Here, Right Now 20:16

1M ago20:16

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What does resurrection look like in the here and now of our daily lives? How is God calling you to embody that resurrection for others? Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall preaches a sermon entitled "Resurrection: Right Here, Right Now". Today's scripture readings are Psalm 23 & John 10:22-30 (Read by Aaron Wilcoxson) Join us Sunday morning's in person o…

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The Last Breakfast 20:29

2M ago20:29

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Join us as Pastor Stephanie Anthony preaches a sermon entitled "The Last Breakfast". Today's scripture reading is John 21:1-19 (Read by Kate Gilchrist) Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org…

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It only says hilarious once, but joy 250 times 19:22

2M ago19:22

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Do you think Jesus smiled or laughed when things were funny or joyful even though the Bible doesn't explicitly say so? --- Join us as Pastor Kathryn Foster preaches a sermon for the second Sunday of Easter. Traditionally, this Sunday is often called Holy Humor Sunday because after all the shadows of Lent, we celebrate and laugh – laugh because who …

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Everything [in] Between: Grief & Hope 20:43

2M ago20:43

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How can you bring hope to a place of grief? During our Easter Sunday service Pastor Stephanie Anthony wrapped up our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art, focusing on the topic "Grief & Hope". Check out the whole sermon, as well as this week's scripture readings: Psalm 47 & Luke 24:1-12 (Read by Linda Bo…

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April 19, 2025 7:58

2M ago7:58

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What truths do you accept about the world? Do any of them need to be challenged? Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall wraps up the 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text…

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April 18, 2025 9:12

2M ago9:12

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Where are you feeling resistance right now? Is the Spirit leading you to let go of that resistance, or persist? Roger Yott shares insight into what exactly Spiritual Resistance might mean in our own lives. He also shares a very real story about how it may have contributed to him answering this question instead of another one. Referenced Article: "R…

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April 17, 2025 8:56

2M ago8:56

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What were you taught about humility? Were you taught that it was thinking about yourself less, thinking of others more, or something in between? Join Ed Noga as he reflects on the humility learned through life's changing seasons. He'll remind us of the importance of taking time to build up those around us who might otherwise be overlooked. As we he…

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April 16, 2025 5:03

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What power do you hold and how are you using it? Chris Bockstanz shares about how she, and other Stephen Ministers, use their power as listeners to help people through hardships with care and patience. She also shares how others can get involved to use their own power. Referenced Scriptures: Galatians 6:2 Matthew 15:21-28 1 Corinthians 13:1 This ye…

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April 15, 2025 5:44

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How do you set aside “quiet time” in your life, away from distractions? Kathleen Dent reminds us of the importance of "true silence" and making time in our own way. Referenced Poem: "In The Country" (Vacation Musings) - Eugene Field This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or …

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April 14, 2025 5:27

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In a loud world, whose voices get drowned out? Whose voice do you want to lift up or amplify? Join Pam Weiss as she talks about amplifying the voices of those who are typically forgotten and relegated to the sidelines. Referenced Song: "The Sound of Silence" - Simon & Garfunkel (© 1964) Referenced Reading: A Brief Statement of Faith- Presbyterian C…

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Everything [in] Between: Shouting & Silence 20:55

2M ago20:55

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Where is God whispering to you: ‘The Lord needs you for this’? This week Pastor Taylor Hall continues our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The Palm Sunday sermon looks at the topic of "Shouting & Silence", and reminds us that the "Lord Needs You!" Check out the whole sermon, as well as this week's s…

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April 12, 2025 7:38

2M ago7:38

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Have you ever received mercy and felt undeserving? Join Jenny Lucas as we are reminded of just how amazing God's mercy is. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please ch…

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April 11, 2025 9:37

2M ago9:37

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What does it look like to show mercy and still hold people accountable? Addressing today's questions, Dennis Giangiulio outlines what the Bible says about both mercy and accountability. Additionally, he shares some touching examples involving people he knows and loves, illustrating how they showed mercy while still keeping loved ones accountable. R…

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April 10, 2025 8:40

2M ago8:40

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Can we find balance between righteousness and mercy? Do we need to? Join Diane Edelman as she explores how we can find our own balance between mercy and righteousness, and avoid being self-righteous. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/su…

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April 9, 2025 11:32

2M ago11:32

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When have you felt righteous anger? What do you do with that anger? Witnessing racial injustice early in his training left a lasting mark on FPCA Member Gary Stone. In this episode, he shares his story and, guided by John Lewis' "Across That Bridge," provides actionable tips on how we can respond to injustices we see effectively. Referenced Book: "…

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April 8, 2025 6:16

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Have you ever witnessed someone receiving mercy that you feel didn’t deserve it? Do we judge some sins more harshly than others? Lifelong member Anne Ferrera explores this common struggle and delves into the nature of mercy. Bible References: Luke 19:1-10 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday …

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April 7, 2025 6:03

2M ago6:03

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Have you ever struggled with righteous indignation? What kinds of things trigger that feeling for you? Join our lead pastor, the Rev. Stephanie Anthony as she dives in to the topic of righteous indignation, and how easily we can slip in to a pattern of "self-righteous indignation". Referenced Poem: "Righteous Wrath" - Henry Van Dyke This year's the…

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Everything [in] Between: Righteousness & Mercy 20:46

2M ago20:46

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How does it feel to be restored to a community you have lost? This week Pastor Stephanie Anthony continues our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The fifth sermon looks at the topic of "Righteousness & Mercy" through the story of Zacchaeus the Tax Collector (Luke 19) Check out the whole sermon, as wel…

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April 5, 2025 6:05

3M ago6:05

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Who in your life might be feeling lost? How can you be a guiding presence for them? Nancy Hoffman shares a heartfelt story about reaching out to those who are feeling lost in the LGBTQIA+ Community. By working with two organizations, she has shared both God's love and a mother's love with those who are feeling lost themselves. If you'd like to help…

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April 4, 2025 5:44

3M ago5:44

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In this season, are you feeling lost, or found, or a bit of both? Join Afaf Khoury as she offers a comforting reminder: even when we feel we're falling short, we can trust that Jesus is there to guide us. Bible Reference: Luke 15: 1-7 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person o…

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April 3, 2025 2:21

3M ago2:21

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Have you ever wandered away from safety and security? What did you find? Join Linda Boyle as she shares insight in to what the Lord reminds us about when we feel lost or like we've wandered away. Bible References: Psalm 23 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, vi…

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April 2, 2025 5:41

3M ago5:41

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Who has been a guiding presence for you in times when you felt lost? Treasure Walker shares a heartfelt story of who it was that was that guiding presence in her life when she needed to be reminded of God's love. Bible References: Proverbs 22:6 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's i…

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April 1, 2025 5:29

3M ago5:29

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Have you ever rejoiced in finding something or someone you lost? Join Dave Bockstanz as he explores what exactly it means to be found, and the joy that we experience when we receive Jesus's amazing grace. Bible References: Jeremiah 29:13-14 Matthew 7:7 Luke 15:1-32 (Parables of the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, and the Prodigal Son) This year's theme is "…

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March 31, 2025 2:25

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Have you ever been found? How did it feel? Josh Luey reminds us of the difference of not knowing where you are, and being lost. He shares some thoughts on times in his life that God helped him be found. Josh's recommended playlist: Country by the Grace of God (Spotify) This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". J…

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Everything [in] Between: Lost & Found 21:53

3M ago21:53

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Where in your life does God desire radical transformation? This week Pastor Stephanie Anthony continues our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The fourth sermon looks at the topic of being "Lost & Found" through the parable of the lost sheep... or perhaps the "incomplete flock". Check out the whole se…

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March 29, 2025 4:17

3M ago4:17

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What are your growing edges? How do you address them? Bill White discusses his growing edges, and how he... like many of us... have numerous things to address, but reminds us that the one to focus on is growing in our faith. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, …

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March 28, 2025 3:27

3M ago3:27

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When was the last time you experienced growing pains? What was the outcome? Join church elder and longtime member Kevin Heier as he shares his journey through the "empty-nester" phase, and reminds us that trusting in God will reveal our calling in these seasons of "growing pains". This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sancti…

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March 27, 2025 6:02

3M ago6:02

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Do you believe rest is productive? Why? Join Joel Hurley as he explores the practical importance of rest. Learn how scripture and life teach us to prioritize stillness and find true peace. Bible reference: Genesis 2:2-3 Psalm 23: 2-3a Matthew 11:28-30 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morn…

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March 26, 2025 3:31

3M ago3:31

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What things do you need to feel nourished and ready for growth? Lifelong member Pat Lisetski recalls the Affirmation of Faith read during the March 23rd 11am worship service at FPC Allentown, and shares with us what nourishes her souls and prepares her for spiritual growth. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Ar…

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March 25, 2025 6:24

3M ago6:24

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What makes you feel most grounded? Join us as Erica Simmons, a lifelong member, Youth Advisory Team leader, and church Elder, shares her personal journey and practical techniques for staying grounded in today's distracting world. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a guided exercise focused on mindfulness and reflection, designed to …

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March 24, 2025 1:04

3M ago1:04

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What practices help you find rest? Caroline Grum, one of our Youth Deacons, member of the Youth Advisory Team, and member of the Worship Productions Team, reminds us that we can find comfort, rest, and safety in Jesus & Scripture. Bible Reference: Matthew 11: 28-30 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join …

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Everything [in] Between: Rest & Growth 19:52

3M ago19:52

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Where you can you give someone the grace of more time? This week Pastor Stephanie Anthony continues our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The second sermon looks at the topic of Rest & Growth through the parable of the Fig Tree. Check out the whole sermon, as well as this week's scripture readings: P…

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March 22, 2025 5:24

3M ago5:24

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What are you hungry to learn about lately? Where would you like to grow and go deeper? Elder Bruce Gunn recently shared insights from the Tuesday Men's Group at FPCA. They had been studying "Discipleship Essentials", focusing on the chapter "How can a disciple pray effectively?" Bruce discussed the four types of prayer, which can be remembered usin…

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March 21, 2025 5:40

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When or where have you had a close, intimate connection with God? Kim Ceccatti talks about both the WHEN and WHERE she feels that close, intimate connection with God, and offers up a prayer that helps with those times when we are struggling to do so. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday morni…

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March 20, 2025 7:03

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What is in your comfort zone and what are your growing edges: thinking about faith, feeling your faith, or acting on faith? Carol Miller shares how her faith helped her when unexpected events in her life pushed her well outside of her comfort zone, and how her faith is even stronger today because of those things. This year's theme is "Everything [i…

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March 19, 2025 8:32

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What would it look like for you to lean more into faith, or more into works? Megan Sciarrino leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer service about leaning in to both faith & works. She reminds us that by leaning in to our faith we are called in to works, and it shows that we trust in God's love to lead us in the right direction. Bible references: J…

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March 18, 2025 8:37

3M ago8:37

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Have you ever received the message that you must work to earn your self-worth? What does your faith say to that? Aneri McGalla, one of our new Elders, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "self-worth". She shares her own journey and reminds us that self-worth isn't found in accolades and success, but through our relationship with God. Bible re…

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March 17, 2025 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Do you see yourself in Mary or Martha, both or neither? How so? As we head into the second week of Lent, and the topic of "Faith & Works", we reflect on the story of Mary & Martha from Luke 10:38-42. Sean Metzgar, FPCA's Worship Tech Director, shares how he sees himself in Martha more than Mary and encourages us to find balance between the "being" …

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Everything [in] Between: Faith & Works 21:45

3M ago21:45

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How can you make time and space to listen for what Jesus is saying to you this week? This week Pastor Stephanie Anthony continues our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The second sermon looks at the topic of Faith & Works through the lens of the story of Mary & Martha, exploring how these two aspects…

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March 15, 2025 6:21

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What barriers keep you from seeing all people as neighbors? What can bring those barriers down? Wrapping up the first week of Lent, as we explore 'Stranger & Neighbor' through the lens of the Good Samaritan, John Rowley shares powerful insights on breaking down barriers, pushing past comfort zones, and tackling those prejudices and privileges we al…

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March 14, 2025 6:43

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Who do you find hardest to love? How might you compassionately hold space for them? Marijo Taylor, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares how she reframes situations that typically make it hard to love people when they're "throwing their bag of stinky stuff at you". This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Jo…

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March 13, 2025 6:13

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When you think of the word “compassion,” what comes to mind? Rev. Kathryn Foster, our Minister for Pastoral Care, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "compassion". She gives insight on we can practice compassion in our day-to-day lives. Bible references: Matthew 14:14 This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Ar…

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March 12, 2025 5:38

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Have you ever received profound hospitality? How did it impact you? Betsy Metzgar, continues our Lenten Journey. Betsy shares several stories oh when she has received an outpouring of love in the form of hospitality, and prompts us to look deeper asking "Where do we NOT see hospitality, or where do we see hospitality being refused?" Bible reference…

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March 11, 2025 7:08

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What are the attributes of a good neighbor? Are you a good neighbor? Katherine Grum, one of our Elders and a member of our Youth Advisory Team here at FPCA, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares about how being a good neighbor has impacted her life. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art". Join us Sunday mor…

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Everything [in] Between: Stranger & Neighbor 23:13

3M ago23:13

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When has a stranger seen you as a neighbor? How did that feel? This week Pastor Stephanie Anthony kicks off our Lenten sermon series, inspired by "Everything [in] Between" from A Sanctified Art. The first sermon in the series reflects on the story of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10. Check out the whole sermon, as well as this week's scripture readi…

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