by Steve Hedrick | Sep 3, 2024 | Presence Weekly
By displaying character in our service and leadership of the local church and in our vocations (both are acts of worship), we promote the truth that equality of opportunity, flourishing, and justice are the full implications of the gospel.St. Stephen is Consecrated...
by Steve Hedrick | Aug 26, 2024 | Presence Weekly
When we fracture and fight amongst ourselves, that disunity plays out in the public square. How can we expect unity in the public square when the church’s primary offering is factions and infighting?2023 USDA Interns (Credit: USDA.gov)First Things…We are...
by Steve Hedrick | Aug 19, 2024 | Presence Weekly
But the gospel sets us free from that lie. Through the gospel, we can move from dependence on ourselves to dependence upon God. While our efforts and work are essential, they are only truly meaningful and worshipful as we are dependent on God. Psalm 127 cHouse Speaker...
by Steve Hedrick | Aug 15, 2024 | Pastor’s Briefing
For some workers, that could mean reassignment, as regulations that agencies enforce could be drastically altered. For constituents, it could mean the loss or restoration of much-needed support. Photo by Ev / UnsplashThis week, we look at another Supreme Court...
by Steve Hedrick | Aug 12, 2024 | Presence Weekly
In the public square, offering forgiveness, even when it has not been asked for, relieves us from the burden of plotting our revenge or the demise of the one who hurt us.Pope John Paul II Offers forgiveness to the man who shot him four times. [Credit: AFP]First...
