Dear Friends,
Thanks to all who participated in our wonderful service last week. Rev. Phipps gave a Walt Whitmanesque sermon reminding us that time is a human construct and that we would be wise to align ourselves with divine time. When we get clear that we are working with God’s plan in our lives, the desire to compete or compare with others falls away. We are each a unique creation of the Lord, and we will find our way—in God’s time.
Thanks also to those who shared thoughtful comments and questions during and after the service. A group of us continued the conversation over tacos following worship!
This Sunday | Part 2: “Epiphanies"
This Sunday, I’ll be continuing our sermon series on how God speaks to us. Last time, I spoke on the power of prayer. This week, we’ll explore the role of epiphanies in our lives.
An epiphany is a sudden, often unexpected moment of deep insight, clarity, or revelation—a moment when something previously unclear becomes vividly understood. Spiritual epiphanies are experiences in which divine truth breaks through into human awareness, often accompanied by a sense of sacredness, guidance, or personal transformation.
I’ll be sharing a few examples from my own journey, and I hope you’ll be there to share your own as well. I’ll be in the chapel space for all who can attend.
Photos with Swedenborg
It was a joy to host several visitors during last week’s service, including Sheri Smith, who joined us while in town. We’re always grateful when friends—old and new—make time to be with us in person.
After the service, Christian, Gleb, Jason, and Rev. Phipps gathered for a quick photo with Swedenborg—check out the photo collage below.
Looking Ahead
Part 3 of our sermon series will focus on miracles — not just external wonders, but the inner transformations that reveal God’s ongoing presence in our lives. More to come soon!
I hope to see you this Sunday, whether in person or online. Let’s keep exploring the ways God speaks — and walks — with us.
With gratitude,
Rev. Rich Tafel
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