by Beth Evarts | Feb 24, 2023 | Weekly Word
This week, we mark the beginning of the Season of Lent – forty days that lead up to the celebration of the Resurrection on Easter. For some, Lent is a time for letting something go or “giving something up.” For others, Lent is a time for taking on a...
by Beth Evarts | Feb 17, 2023 | Weekly Word
A sobering report came out of the CDC this past week – a report that shows increases in sadness and exposure to violence among teen girls and LGBTQ+ youth. The data, collected in the fall of 2021, indicates that almost 1 in 5 teen girls experienced sexual...
by Beth Evarts | Feb 9, 2023 | Weekly Word
(Photo credit: Sascha Fonseca | Article www.npr.org/2023/02/09/1155633439/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year) There was a fun story in the news in the past several weeks about a bear near Boulder, Colorado, who discovered a motion-activated camera in the woods and took...
by Beth Evarts | Feb 5, 2023 | Weekly Word
I am writing this on February 2 – one of the most ancient Christian holy days. Just in case you’re wondering, no, “Groundhog Day” isn’t one of the most ancient Christian holy days. Today is the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus – commemorating the...
by Beth Evarts | Jan 19, 2023 | Weekly Word
Getting into a new rhythm as we respond to God’s calling. Dear Bedford Presbyterian Church Family, I hope and pray that your 2023 has begun with blessings and beautiful glimpses of God’s grace. In our own household, we are continuing to celebrate the...
