In his weekly message on July 2, 2020, Bethel University President Walter Butler urged his constituents to “Love Thy Neighbor.” The text of his message follows. I wish I could say the right words about what our United States of America has seen since May 25, 2020. Those 8 minutes and 46 seconds should have […]

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ: It is Pentecost Sunday 2020 as I write. A week ago, many of us were still focused on COVID–19, making plans for when we can safely open our church facilities for communal gatherings of the body of Christ. Some met together today for the first time in months. That […]

Focus Breathe in clear thoughts of peace and reflection as you prepare to hear God speak to you through the scripture and the writer. Put aside all the things the world says you have to accomplish today and use this time to rest in God’s presence. Read Psalm 127 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) A […]