Our Precarious Present

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“This is the beginning of birth pangs…” Jesus’ words to the disciples in today’s text from the gospel of Mark are nothing if not unsettling and for generations, really, since Jesus first spoke these words, every generation of Christians has wondered if “now might be the time?” It is a tempting question, however, our worship this week will seek to ground us here and now, in the times between the times. Are there wars and rumors of wars? Yes. Leaders vying for our allegiance? Yes. Bizarre weather patterns? Yes. Even still, Christ calls us to be present to this moment, remember that God has been, and always will be faithful and present. Today we will also take up a special offering of food and money to provide thanksgiving meals for families at Spring Valley Elementary School in partnership with Communities in Schools.