Sing a New Song

Psalm 33         When we gathered for praising God at Massanetta, we waited until all were together outside the door of our worship space before we entered. We were called to worship not as individuals, but together, as an entire body of 300 youth and adults, walking in between a two sided wall of welcoming high fives from our leaders, to loud, energetic music that just made you have to dance a bit. Continue reading “Sing a New Song”

“In God We Trust” 

Psalm 14                   7.2.17

From the beginning, our nation has at least given an official nod to God, acknowledging that there is a divine being greater than us.  The men who signed the declaration of independence 241 years ago on Tuesday affixed their names to the document which concluded:  “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.”

They committed to working together for an independent nation, trusting in the protection of Divine Providence—understanding that God was present and active as they began their new life as a free nation.  Continue reading ““In God We Trust” “