by Erica Palmisano | Oct 29, 2017
In some ways, the world is a dark and scary place. Dystopian books and movies express our fears of chaos and suffering caused by conflict, disease, natural disasters, and environmental catastrophe. The vivid imagery of the four horsemen of the apocalypse from the ancient book of Revelation has long featured in popular culture—emblematic of a breakdown of social order and the ushering in of a violent and desperate future.
Through media access, we are increasingly exposed to the devastating impact of poverty, famine, earthquakes, floods and war. None of us is untouched by suffering and death, and the anxiety that surround them. Given this reality, what place is there for hope? Can we honestly explore the topics of the environment, war, poverty and death, and find reasons to believe that good can overcome evil? Can hope in God empower us to stand fearlessly in the path of the 4 horsemen?
by Erica Palmisano | Oct 23, 2017
A message from the series “A Vision for the Journey.” Cedar Ridge celebrates baptisms and new members during the conclusion of “A Vision for the Journey.”
by Erica Palmisano | Oct 15, 2017
In this message we look at the challenge and invitation of committing to following Jesus together as a community. We consider why we shy away from commitment; how commitment is reflected in our priorities, use of resources, and relationships; and how each of us can contribute to the achievement of our vision.
by Erica Palmisano | Oct 8, 2017
In this message we look at how the various ways we serve reflect the way of Jesus; and how understanding our oneness with God and others can make servanthood a joy and a privilege.
by Erica Palmisano | Oct 1, 2017
In this message, we look at what it means to be a diverse community—as both a means and an end; and how we can become more accepting, vulnerable, empathetic and intentional in order to be that kind of community.
