New Perspectives – The Teachings of Spring by Rev. Heather McCarrel

Spring is the season of new beginnings; a time when all the harshness and bitter cold of winter is forgiven.  This is a season...

New Perspectives: Gems of Promise by Rev. Heather McCarrel

It was later than usual when we headed out for our Sunday evening stroll.   Certainly there was some grumbling as we zipped up our...

New Perspectives: Take 5 with Dar – Episode 3 – Captain’s Log

Welcome to Episode 3 of Take 5 with Dar. https://youtu.be/-sAUZL_wCLo Episode 2 Episode 1

New Perspectives: Dancing in the rain by Rev. Heather McCarrel

The long awaited daffodils have finally begun to bloom in my neighborhood.  I didn’t notice them until later in the day, I spied their...

New Perspectives: Take 5 with Dar – Episode 2 – Sharing Gifts

Welcome to Episode 2 of Take 5 with Dar - Sharing Gifts. To see Episode 1 - Introduction to Take 5 with Dar ... CLICK...

New Perspectives: In a Word by Rev. Heather McCarrel

While at a meeting recently, all those present were asked, “If you could describe your experience of the pandemic in one word, what would...

New Perspectives: Introducing – Take 5 with Dar

We are pleased to introduce our newest addition for our readers, Take 5 with Dar. Dar Rath is a pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in...

New Perspectives: Easter Renewal by Rev. Heather McCarrel

Easter Sunday is here!  This is the day we pause in the midst of all life holds and acknowledge the power of our...

New Perspectives: Blushing Green by Rev. Heather McCarrel

Despite the persistent north wind and the mornings of new snowfall, spring is quietly sneaking in. First it was the Tamaracks who gave spring’s presence...

New Perspectives: Why do Birds Sing at Dawn? – by Rev. Heather McCarrel

Some scientists have concluded that it is male birds who sing in the morning as a way of marking their territory and to announce...