Grace, Change, and Community: Reflecting on Holy Week

In this episode, Angeline and Resa reflect on recent sermons focused on prayer, grace, and the importance of community. They also highlight the song of the week, 'Hard Fought Hallelujah,' and share their experiences from the FBCLG Easter service, emphasizing the need for transparency in church finances and the significance of celebrating life during funerals. The conversation transitions into Pastor Quick's sermon on the function of conjunctions in life and Reverend Taylor's message about embracing new beginnings. In this conversation, Angeline Bishop Thomas and Resa Crippen explore the themes of change, tradition, health, and the evolving nature of relationships. They discuss the importance of being open to new ideas and the challenges of maintaining traditions, especially in the context of health and family dynamics. The conversation also touches on the unpredictability of God's plans and the significance of community support. Additionally, they highlight the inspiring work of Dr. Eileen Riley in addressing homelessness and mental health, and reflect on the cultural impact of the series 'The Chosen' during Holy Week. The episode concludes with a poignant story of perseverance and faith in the face of challenges, as well as a tribute to the late Pope Francis.

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Overview of Sermons
• 1:24 Key Takeaways from this week's sermons
• 2:09 Song of the Week - Hard Fought Hallelujah
• 6:36 FGBLG Easter Service
• 18:36 Pastor Quick's Sermon: The Function of the Conjunction
• 28:21 Understanding Grief and Funeral Practices
• 29:43 The Role of Prayer in Healing
• 31:49 First Baptist Church of Jericho - Doing Something New
• 34:11 Lessons from Foot Washing
• 38:36 God's Promise of New Beginnings
• 43:49 Navigating Change and Health
• 45:21 The Importance of Home and Support
• 50:54 Embracing Change and Growth
• 59:14 Letting Go of Expectations
• 1:00:53 Dove of the Day: Highlighting Everyday Heroes
• 1:05:35 The Screening Room: The Chosen - The Last Supper
• 1:13:54 Before the Bema Seat - Faith and Perseverance in Adversity
• 1:18:03 Farewell Pope Francis