Noor was a foreign exchange student at South High School who attended our youth group for her year in Denver. As a Pakistani and a Muslim, her interest in attending youth group was largely academic and social. Arik recently interviewed her to better understand what she learned during her time with us. She was very willing to share with him and with…
— A book review by Nicole King I’ve always been fascinated by different systems that help to explain personality and motivation—why we do the things we do. About two years ago I was introduced to the Enneagram, a typing system that traces its roots to ancient origins and has recently experienced renewed interest and popularity.…
Lent is the 40-day season that precedes Holy Week. This year, Lent takes place from Wednesday, February 14 through Thursday, March 29. Lent is a time when the historic and universal church seeks to walk with the Holy Spirit, depending upon Him to deepen our relationship with God. We are so pleased to be uniting…
Advent is a 4-week season that begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continues through Christmas Day. “Advent” comes from a Latin word meaning “to come.” So, these four weeks provide an opportunity to focus on the two comings of Jesus Christ—His first coming 2,000 years ago and His second coming in the future.…
One of my friends stays home to pray on Halloween because in her childhood she was a victim of satanic ritual abuse. Other friends dress their children in wholesome costumes and head out to connect with neighbors on the one night when doors and, in some cases, hearts are open. I recently read an article…