Broken Open -2026
“Forget the former things, do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up, do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.“
Isaiah 43: 18-19
We have had so much to be thankful for at Lord of Love this past year. We continue to care for each other and those beyond our walls. We are able to come together every Sunday to hear God’s word and share His meal. There are many opportunities for fellowship with a variety of events and service projects.
And yet even with all these blessings, we sometimes question why things “aren’t the same as they used to be?” God invites us to be Broken Open as He answers that question in the verses from Isaiah.
God is telling us to let go and stop focusing on past errors or mistakes, or even victories. God invites us to “see a new thing” and notice His active work in the present. He asks, “do you not perceive it?” He wants us to be aware of the work he is doing with us and to share it with others. And, when we feel overwhelmed about that work, God promises that He “will make a way” and be with us on the journey. So as His stewards and disciples, we can celebrate our work and give thanks.
At Lord of Love we are able to use our varied gifts and perspectives to strengthen not only our community, but also the community outside our walls. We praise and thank God for all the gifts and blessings we enjoy; we remember the needs of others; we share our joys and sorrows with God and each other; and we commit to continue to serve our God and share our gifts.
Sunday, November 22, 2026 is our Celebration of Faith Sunday. We return our Intention of Giving cards as committed response to God’s gifts of love and grace. Or, you may choose to submit an intent of giving online form.
May God be with you as you pray and reflect on the intention of giving that you will make in 2027.