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I am a Christain but…

Posted on September 6, 2010 by David Nuottila

“I am a Christian, but I don’t have to go to church to have a relationship with God.”  This is the phrase that all too often changes the course of conversation once people find out that I am a pastor.  … Continue reading →

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Shades of Haiti

Posted on January 15, 2010 by David Nuottila

Years ago, when I was in the navy, I looked forward to visiting different countries and experiencing other cultures.  The first ship I was assigned to, U.S.S. Davis DD937, was just completing an extended overhaul and the crew was preparing … Continue reading →

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Brrrr! It’s Cold!

Posted on January 7, 2010 by David Nuottila

In reply [John the Baptist] said to them, “Whoever has two coats must share with anyone who has none; and whoever has food must do likewise.” Luke 3:11 Brrrr!  It’s cold! Just looking out my office window it is easy … Continue reading →

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Epiphany: The Season of Light

Posted on January 6, 2010 by David Nuottila

The beginning of a new year is always a good time to wonder about the good things of God, and what kinds of things we will do in his name.  Certainly the celebration of Christ’s nativity, the song of Nicodemus … Continue reading →

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Meeting Jesus at Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2009 by David Nuottila

As with many congregations, we had a large number of folks attend worship on Christmas Eve.  I was happy to see some familiar faces, those members who cannot attend worship regularly because of their work, and also those who simply … Continue reading →

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