Dive into Week 2 of our "Reads a Classic" series as Scott introduces us to Brother Lawrence and his timeless classic, The Practice of the Presence of God. Discover how this 17th-century lay monk found profound spiritual transformation in the ordinary, mundane tasks of daily life.

Last week, Bobbi took us on a wild ride with Saint Hildegard of Bingen's Scivias—if you missed it, catch up now! This week, we explore Brother Lawrence's revolutionary approach to faith, emphasizing "holy freedom" and finding divine connection in every aspect of life, from preparing meals to cleaning dishes.

Learn how Lawrence's concept of a "general fond regard to God" can free us from restrictive spiritual practices and invite us to see God's presence saturating the world. We'll also unpack the fascinating story behind The Practice of the Presence of God, a book published posthumously and seemingly against Lawrence's wishes—a testament to the power of meaningful conversations and shared wisdom.

This message is for anyone navigating a polarized culture, facing physical limitations, or simply seeking to infuse their daily work with deeper meaning. Brother Lawrence reminds us that every mundane task, done in love, can mirror Christ's daily efforts to join God in what God is already doing.

Key Themes:
Brother Lawrence & The Practice of the Presence of God
Finding God in the Ordinary
Holy Freedom in Spiritual Practice
Divine Connection in Friendship & Daily Life
The Spirituality of Work
Overcoming Spiritual Frustration

Join Bobbi as she kicks off a new summer series, "Reads a Classic," by diving into the life and visions of Hildegard of Bingen, a remarkable 12th-century prophet and polymath. Discover Hildegard's revolutionary take on Eve, her concept of "viriditas" (holy greening power) flowing through all creation, and her profound vision of the Sapphire Man as Christ. Bobbi encourages us to embrace the "strength of small changes" and find God's "viriditas" in our everyday lives. Tune in for a sermon that will spark curiosity and encourage participation in God's healing and greening work!

In the finale of our Colossians series, we explore Paul’s sign-off in Chapter 4—and uncover how his final greetings actually complete a sweeping movement through the letter: from the cosmic scale of Christ’s reconciliation of all things… to the gritty, intimate realities of daily life.

✨ We revisit the major themes:
• The Cosmic Opening: Why Paul starts in the stars to talk about daily ethics.
• Our Desires and Contributions: How our wants shape the world—and how to reshape them.
• Household Codes (and Their Subversion): Reading Paul’s commands through a lens of mutuality and reconciliation.
• Bringing It Home: How the grand story of the universe lands in something as ordinary as greetings and gratitude.

🔍 Along the way, Jeremy draws connections to his book Dirt and Stardust, exploring what it means to be both grounded and illuminated—salt of the earth and light of the cosmos. You’ll hear reflections on slavery, submission, justice, and the surprising relevance of Paul’s personal roll call to our lives today.

🧂 Live lives seasoned with salt.
🕊️ Be grateful. Be hopeful. Be wise.

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