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A Reflection on Black History Month
In recent weeks at IBC, we’ve been discussing the importance of wrestling with our own personal past—our life story—to better understand our present and God’s intentions for our future. This is a vitally important part of our ongoing spiritual growth and development. God has made us who we are through the formative experiences and relationships of our lives: though our heritage, our heroes, our high points, and our hard times.
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A Departure From Tradition
It is not Christmas for me unless I sing "Silent Night." It is my favorite Christmas carol ever! But I have celebrated a few Christmases where I have not sung it. In those instances, we were in churches where the service was in my native language, Tamil.
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A Living Hope
I’ve never really been a fan of hope. People often used catch-all phrases like “have hope” or “don’t give up hope” or “hope springs eternal” to somehow wish away pain or suffering in my life. But hope never seemed to work that way. No matter how much I hoped, the pain seemed to stick around.
Hope & Healing
Stress-Free Holiday Tips for Mental Health
As the holiday season goes into full swing, we are aware of what comes with our celebrations: lots of activities, generous dessert tables and endless gatherings. It is, indeed, a time to be surrounded by family and friends. Most of us greet this time of the year with open arms and excitement; we look forward to spending extra time celebrating with those closest to us.
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Following His Lead
This past weekend, I had the honor of leading worship for IBC’s Youth Fall Retreat. The weekend started off with a wild storm, complete with thunder and lightning. I went into the retreat frazzled because my plan for day one had gone out the window. I was feeling really unsure about how the weekend was going to go. However, when we woke up in the cabins Saturday morning, the sun was shining and the energy was electric.
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A Place to Serve: Hospitality
Last week we sat down for a conversation with Gerald Ridgway, who many of you have probably met without even realizing it. Gerald serves on the Hospitality Team as a greeter and can be found each Sunday giving high fives and handshakes to IBCers entering through the Kids entrance off Regent. He’s been doing this—same role, same door—for 25 years.