Rector’s Blog

Tears

by the Rev. Charlie Dupree I was always taught that there are a few ways that you might experience the presence of God . . . through laughter, through deep feelings of joy, through a sense of peace, and, even…

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Gathering

by the Rev. Charlie Dupree In her book, The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, Priya Parker says its always important to tell people why you’re gathering. Is it to celebrate? Is it to offer updates? Do you gather to…

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You Know Me?

by the Rev. Charlie Dupree This past Sunday, we heard from Psalm 139. This psalm is known as an “individual psalm of thanksgiving.” If psalms run the emotional gamut ranging from joy, to anger, to regret and lament, this psalm is…

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John

by the Rev. Charlie Dupree During the season of Advent, we hear a lot from John, the relative of Jesus. They met before they were born, linked by God and a visit between Mary and Elizabeth. It seems that right out…

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