Opportunities abound in our community to volunteer … countless boards, organizations, and fundraisers operate wholly on the efforts of those who SERVE. And, undoubtedly, many incredible programs, opportunities, and countless dollars have resulted from such efforts. Seemingly, people are taking Paul’s words in Philippians 2:4 to heart … “Don’t look out only for your own… Continue reading On Serving
Category: Weekly Reflections
I Miss the Sky
As we move through the season of Creation in our church, we are reminded each week of a different piece God’s handiwork. Yesterday was “sky Sunday” … and though the sky was a dismal shade of grey, the topic evoked all sorts of thinking about the skies here in this incredible place we call home.… Continue reading I Miss the Sky
The Past, the Present, and the Future
The following reflection was written and read by Rosalie Daisley of St. Stephen's United Church, Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan on Sunday, September 9, 2018. The Past: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 Approximately 5 years ago, the Hudson Bay Larger Parish began a search for a new leader to work in ministry with the congregations of Robert Hall Mission and… Continue reading The Past, the Present, and the Future
Smile Because It Happened
Reflection for Sunday, September 2, 2018, written by Reverend Jacqueline Samson, St. Stephen's United Church, Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan Scripture Reading: Genesis 1: 1-25 May the words of my mouth and the meditations of all our hearts be acceptable to you, O God, our Rock and our Redeemer... In the beginning God created this incredible, spectacular,… Continue reading Smile Because It Happened
Living Wisely
Reflection for Sunday, August 19, 2018 Written by Rev. Jacqueline Samson, St. Stephen's United Church, Hudson Bay SK Scripture Reading: Ephesians 5: 15-20 Living Wisely May the words of my mouth and the meditations of all our hearts, be acceptable to you, O God, our Rock and our Redeemer... In today's scripture passage from Paul's… Continue reading Living Wisely
Be Impeccable With Your Word
Reflection for Sunday, August 12, 2018 Written by Rev. Jacqueline Samson of St. Stephen's United Church in Hudson Bay SK Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Watch the way you talk. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Say only what helps, each word is a gift. May the words of my mouth and… Continue reading Be Impeccable With Your Word
Bread of Life
Reflection for Sunday, August 5, 2018 Written by Rev. Jacqueline Samson of St. Stephen's United Church in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan Scripture Readings: Ephesians 4: 1-16 A life worthy of your calling; speak the truth in love. Gospel Reading: John 6: 24-35 The crowds ask for another sign from Jesus. May the words of my mouth… Continue reading Bread of Life
Where is God?
Reflection for Sunday, July 29, 2018 Written by Rev. Jacqueline Samson of St. Stephen's United Church in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan Scripture Readings: Psalm 14 Fools say, "There is no God." Gospel Reading: John 6: 1-21 Jesus feeds the multitude and walks on water. May the words of my mouth and the meditations of all of… Continue reading Where is God?
Expectations Damage
Reflection for Sunday, July 8th, 2018 Written by Rev. Jacqueline Samson, Minister of St. Stephen's United Church in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan Gospel Reading: Mark 6: 1-13 The story of Jesus' unwelcome reception in his hometown and his instruction on how to leave an inhospitable place ... it presents us with a lesson on learning about… Continue reading Expectations Damage
God is Always With Us
Reflection for Sunday, July 1, 2018 Scripture Readings: Psalm 30 - Joy comes with the morning after a night of darkness. Gospel Reading: Mark 5: 21-43 - Jesus heals a woman and a young girl. May the words of my mouth and the meditations of all of our hearts be acceptable to you, O God, our rock… Continue reading God is Always With Us
Our Life Well Lived - Leanne Hintz 