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by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of the final week of Lent, known by many as Holy Week. This whole week is full of rich reminders through scripture of Jesus’ final week on earth. All four Gospels contain parts of the story that... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” —Psalm 28:7  “Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     I grew up in the Episcopal Church, and each year, everyone in my family “gave up” something for Lent. As a child, I understood that Lent was a season of preparation for Jesus’ resurrection, and was taught that I was supposed to fast from... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     Each of us connect with God in unique and beautiful ways. Over the past couple weeks of Lent, we’ve meditated on God’s Word and emptied our minds and hearts as an offering to Him. Typically, we read or listen to Scripture to open ourselves to... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     When I was young, my dad taught me the practice of “dumping out your mind,” and it became one of the most-utilized spiritual exercises in my life. When spending time with God, I sit down and begin by writing any and all of my... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     Spending time in Scripture is one of the ways we make space for God in our minds and souls. When we focus our attention on God’s Word, marinating on a few verses, we have the opportunity to see and hear Him in new and... read more →

by Kristin Huffman, Mission Advocate     Today (February 22) is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent. Originally meaning “springtime,” Lent is a season in the Church calendar that spans the 40 days (not including Sundays) between Ash Wednesday and Easter. While on earth, Jesus spent 40 days in... read more →