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Great Americans of Faith: Howard Thurman (1899–1981)

This week, as we continue our journey through the writings of the apostle Paul, we remember a pastor whose life...
July 19, 2026
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Great Americans of Faith: Fred Rogers (1928–2003)

While he never led a movement or held public office, few people have shaped young generations with such...
Katie Mueller
July 12, 2026
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Great Americans of Faith: Dorothy Day (1897–1980)

As we continue our summer theme, “Courage for the Unknown,” we will continue lifting up great Americans of faith...
Katie Mueller
July 5, 2026
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Great Americans of Faith: Harriet Tubman (c. 1822–1913)

As we continue our summer theme, "Courage for the Unknown," we will spend the next few weeks lifting up great...
Katie Mueller
June 28, 2026
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Courage for the Unknown: For Such a Time as This

June has a way of reminding us how much of life unfolds beyond our control. Children become teenagers. Plans adapt....
Katie Mueller
June 21, 2026
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Courage for the Unknown: God’s Loving-Kindness 

As the summer sun settles in, our congregation is preparing for a week filled with laughter, songs, crafts,...
Katie Mueller
June 12, 2026
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Courage for the Unknown: Stepping Forward Together

In Ruth 3, we find ourselves in one of the most delicate and courageous moments in all of Scripture. Naomi, shaped...
June 7, 2026
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Courage for the Unknown: Choosing Love

Our scripture passage opens this week in uncertainty. Ruth and Naomi are grieving, vulnerable, and trying to...
Katie Mueller
May 31, 2026
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Empowered Witness: Embracing Courage for the Unknown

As summer begins to unfold here in Crystal Lake, there is a certain feeling in the air. School years are ending....
Katie Mueller
May 24, 2026
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Empowered Witness: Burning Hearts for the Spirit

As the Easter season carries us toward Pentecost, the world around us feels alive. Trees are leafing out, gardens...
May 17, 2026

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