Monthly Archives: December 2016

More Thoughts on Church

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Continuing from yesterday’s post and reflection, I have really begun to question the narratives and messages I hear from fellow Christians and various pastors. I am struggling to understand purpose. I am trying to understand what it is that God … Continue reading →

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Thoughts of the Day – December 27th, 2016

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

I have been reading a very fascinating book entitled, “Real Church: Does it Exist? Can I Find It?” by Larry Crabb. I am only on chapter seven right now but already I find it very provocative and immediately insightful. I … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23 “The Lord is My Shepherd”

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Psalm 23 (ESV) “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s … Continue reading →

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How to Deal With Fear in an Uncertain Future…

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Whether we are talking politics and whether or not the new president will be LGBT supportive or talking about facing the holiday season wondering if it is a good time to come out of the closet to relatives at the dinner … Continue reading →

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Micah 6:8

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Micah 6:8 New International Version “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Reflection: If there were … Continue reading →

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Habakkuk 3:6

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Habakkuk 3:6 (NKJV) “He stood and measured the earth; He looked and startled the nations. And the everlasting mountains were scattered, the perpetual hills bowed. His ways are everlasting.” Reflection: I thought I would go in a different direction today … Continue reading →

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Thoughts for Advent

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

The themes of Advent are Hope, Love, Peace, and Joy. Four things the LGBT community could really use these days. We can hope for equality and better futures for ourselves and our loved ones. We can hope to get through … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Gift

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Sure, it’s that time of year for Christians to celebrate Advent and with Christmas around the corner, we may be particularly sensitive to wanting to put Christ back in “Christmas”. I get it. But what does that really mean? What … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 17:17 “A Friend Loveth at All Times”

Posted on December 3, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Proverbs 17:17 (KJV) “A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” Reflection: In these days where it seems we are surrounded by hatred and threats of violence… when we are victims of bullying online or … Continue reading →

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