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JMU Dukes, we’re glad you’re here

JMU Dukes, we’re glad you’re here

We enjoyed meeting the JMU Class of 2028 at downtown Harrisonburg's annual Block Party in the Burg, which introduces new JMU students to our downtown community. We had free sno cones, gaga ball, four square, free water and music in our courtyard. Here are some...

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Pause or reset? Which button has God pushed?

Pause or reset? Which button has God pushed?

Determining which button He has pushed will deeply impact the way we live. If it is a “pause” button, we pause, try to learn the lessons He has for us, hold on as patiently as we can and go back to “normal” once He hits the “play” button again. Yet if it is the...

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Anxious? How are your media and scripture intake?

Anxious? How are your media and scripture intake?

Reflection by Pastor Jon Heeringa At the same time I maintained my normal devotional life and coming out of vacation I notice I’m not nearly as stressed. In fact, I have a greater assurance that God has things well in hand. There is truth in the old song “Turn Your...

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God is getting our attention on racial injustice

God is getting our attention on racial injustice

Reflection by Associate Pastor Billy Our country (and world) has entered once more into a conflict called racial injustice that has always existed, but from time to time raises its voice to a level that causes notice. I am not afraid of conflict. Let me share why. I...

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True friends when the wheels get stuck

True friends when the wheels get stuck

Reflection by Donna Shiflet The Sprinkles have been hosting our Sunday school class in their backyard with social distancing, but this past Sunday the ground had become very saturated with the week’s rain. My power wheelchair stalled a little, and a little more power...

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A good and better plan

Read Isaiah 9:7 Of the greatness of his government and peace     there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne     and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it     with justice and righteousness     from that time on and forever. The zeal of...

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The endurance of peace

Read Colossians 3:12-17 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the...

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Joy, no matter what

Read Philippians 4: 4-9 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to...

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