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As people of faith, we join together in offering our joys and concerns to God. Some things to pray about this week: The challenges of finals week. We pray for students who are preparing and taking finals. May they gather all the things they have learned in classes this semester and reflect them in the exams, projects and papers that will …
I have been burning the candle at both ends. This is the time of year when we all have an amazing load of things to do, and it just seems to get out of hand. For me, it’s not just the deadlines and commitments of work. Family responsibilities increase. I want to make holiday connections with family and friends who …
Advent is the season of preparation. In the weeks before Christmas, we prepare for the coming of God. Yes, in the weeks before Christmas, you are preparing for the coming of the end of the semester. Yes, in the weeks before Christmas, the whole culture is preparing for the coming of the Christmas holiday. In Advent, we prepare for the coming of …
Gather for quiet prayer at 9 pm in Eisenhower Chapel and find some peace as your week begins. Candles, prayerful songs, silence, images of Christ, prayers and readings will all help you talk with God about the concerns and joys of your life. This brief worship (30 – 40 minutes) is based on worship at the Taize ecumenical Christian community in France. …
As people of faith, we join together in offering our joys and concerns to God. Some things to pray about this week: We give thanks for the countless ways we are blessed. We thank God for the countless ways we are blessed. For the people who love us and help us. For the people we love and enjoy time with. …
Thanksgiving break is finally here. Whew. As you gather what you need for the week and leave town, my prayers are with you and the rest of our community at Penn State. May you truly enjoy this week away from classes, deadlines and assignments. May you manage to get some rest. May you eat some wonderful food. May you spend time with …
Tuesday, November 15th, Christians from across State College and Penn State gathered to pray together for healing and hope in the face of the abuse allegations and scandal that have shaken our community. Pastors from various Christian traditions shared leadership of responsive readings, scripture and prayer which was held at Grace Lutheran Church, 205 South Garner Street, State College, PA 16801 …
On Monday students, staff, and campus ministers will have the opportunity to visit the Worship Hall at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center for silent prayer and meditation from 12 noon – 6 pm. There will be an opportunity to write prayers and light candles as we reflect on healing in our community and finding hope in this difficult time. Everyone is welcome …
I was struck by this image from last night’s vigil on the Old Main lawn. Each candle is different, yet they all burn with the same flame. Each of us comes to this tragedy from a different place. We are each dealing with our own sorrow, shaped by way events have affected us and those we love. Yet, in our difference, …
Word is out that a Christian group that stands against homosexuality will be coming to State College to demonstrate at the Penn State vs. Nebraska game tomorrow. Their message is that God hates people who are gay or lesbian. They say that God uses tragedy to punish families or communities. They are wrong. Period. If you encounter these people toorrow at …
