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ps from pk Six high school students affirmed their faith through the Rite of Confirmation this past Sunday. It was incredible! They each shared a favorite scripture verse and then shared with the congregation moments in their lives that taught them about being a follower of Christ. They shared stories of joy, but also of pain. They shared with honesty the times when they felt alone or were full of doubt and yet they confirmed their faith anyways. Then most beautifully of all, they shared the hope that God will get them through the hard times and that they will be able to shout for joy again. These are the scripture verses our students chose. I invite you to read them and consider what they mean for you. Elias Rodriguez: Joshua 1:9 “I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Ella Winkler: Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous; do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you; he will not leave you or forsake you.” Jillian Bland: Psalm 46:5 “God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at the break of day.” Maggie Skinner: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for your welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Oliver Magin: Proverbs 27:17 “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Ryan Fortune: Psalm 118:6 “The Lord is on my side, I will not fear. What can man do to me?” May we all be filled with that hope this week. Dear God, when we are in the midst of darkness and doubt, help us to feel you with us. When we feel alone or afraid, send people who will encourage and guide us. When we aren’t sure what the future holds, remind us that you have a plan. When faith feels far, spark hope within us. Amen. Peace, Kristen |
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