Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! This week we celebrate Ascension Day, one of the seven principal feasts of the church. And every year, I feel so bad for this poor holiday. It is one of the most important days in the church calendar, and has been for centuries, but we treat it like it is nothing. …
Sharing the lead
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! This Sunday marks a special ecumenical moment for St. Stephen's! We are hosting the Highpoint Youth Group's Youth Sunday at our 10:00 service. Youth from St. Stephen's will be joining with youth from Central Presbyterian, Centenary United Methodist, and Unity …
Rest and Renewal
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! There's a funny rhythm to the church calendar. We begin around Thanksgiving with the first Sunday in Advent. Which is a funny, four-week season of anticipation. It is also one that has traditions that we add to our lives, often calendars and wreathes, which we use …