The Season of Lent – by Pastor Scott

The Season of Lent – by Pastor Scott

“I am the bread of life.  Whoever comes to me will never be hungry.”  – John 6:35 (NRSV) I really enjoy the music of rocker, Bruce Springsteen.  I saw Springsteen in concert at Chicago’s Soldier Field in 1985 when I was in high school.  From that point on, I have been...
2025 Lenten Offering Recipients

2025 Lenten Offering Recipients

Matthew 25: Is a local non-profit that exists to strengthen core urban neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids. They build strong neighborhoods by focusing on fresh, healthy food; affordable, sustainable housing and education. Projects include the state’s first urban...
From Pastor Kristina – April 2023

From Pastor Kristina – April 2023

Lent is certainly not the joy and peace of Advent, is it? We just celebrated that time of year it seems like. Christmas carols, movies, chocolates and candy, gift giving, decorating, etc. Lent doesn’t necessarily bring that. This season is the transition to spring as...