by lovelylane | Dec 9, 2024 | Bible Studies, Christmas/Advent, Pastor Scott
During the season of Advent, the Wednesday study groups will focus on the book, On the Way to Bethlehem, by Rob Fuquay. The study will examine the cities that were central to the birth of Jesus. These cities include Rome, Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem. The...
by lovelylane | Dec 9, 2024 | Christmas/Advent, Lovely Lane News
If you would like to bring a Christmas poinsettia to decorate the sanctuary in memory of or in honor of a loved one, please register the information on the clipboard in the narthex. The listing of those remembered and honored will be provided as an insert in the...
by lovelylane | Dec 6, 2024 | Christmas/Advent, Pastor Kristina
Have you ever noticed how light and darkness are almost always pitted against each other? We see this in the Christian scriptures throughout the season of Advent: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness shall not overcome it.” (John 1:5). Or “I am the...
by lovelylane | Dec 6, 2024 | Christmas/Advent, Pastor Scott
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light” – Isaiah 9:2 (NRSV) Advent is meant to be a time of darkness, yet we move to the bright lights as soon as possible. If you drive through a favorite neighborhood, you will likely notice some remarkable light...
by lovelylane | Nov 5, 2024 | Christmas/Advent
Women at the Well: Is a United Methodist congregation located within the walls of the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women, in Mitchellville, Iowa. It offers ministries designed to encourage the spiritual growth of its members, assist them when they transition back...
by lovelylane | Dec 4, 2023 | Christmas/Advent, Nourished
I’ve thrown the word ‘Hygge’ around a few times, and you might be thinking, “what does that mean?” Hygge comes from Nordic countries, and it means the art of coziness and embracing the simple parts of life. Think blankets, pillows, candles, warm fires, sweaters, cozy...
