Last week we had the opportunity to hear from Drs. Stacey Algren and Lisa Gilmer about their experiences in Malawi and in climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. Their commitment to caring for those most in need is a powerful reminder of the urgency of compassion in a world torn by violence, war, and greed.
This Sunday, we encounter another way of being and living as we celebrate World Communion Sunday, joining with billions of Christians around the globe to experience God’s extravagant good news of abundance as we share the bread and the cup. We’ll ask ourselves: What might living in the world be like if everyone had what they needed? We’ll also hear the story of God providing the Israelites with “manna in the desert,” a story of trust, provision, and daily bread that speaks deeply to our own hopes for the communities in which we live.
In this week’s Crier we shared a link to the 2026 Interest Survey along with a list of upcoming group activities you may want to join. Please take a few minutes to let us know what sparks your interest. And if the group you’d like to join doesn’t begin right away, don’t worry, we plan to rotate these opportunities throughout the year so that everyone can try something new and find their place of connection.
