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The phoenix has long been presented as a symbol of rebirth, immortality, and renewal.
The phoenix was a fabulous mythical Arabian bird mentioned in Greek, Roman and Egyptian mythology. The phoenix, or firebird, was said … Read More
May 8, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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Paschal season is another name for Eastertide, the 50-day period between Easter Sunday and Pentecost Sunday. The blessing of the Paschal, or Easter candle, is an ancient tradition that is observed in Roman Catholic, Anglican,
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Read More May 2, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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Each season of the Christian year has a color that goes along with the season. The liturgical color of Eastertide is white.
White symbolizes purity, holiness, and virtue, as well as respect and reverence. White … Read More
April 26, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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What little we know of the images used by early Christians is what we can deduce from the use of images in the catacombs as decorations on their tombs. Many of the early images were … Read More
April 23, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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Long before the time of Christ, Egyptians saw a similarity between the cloth wrappings of their mummies and the butterfly’s cocoon. For these early people and the Greeks, who placed golden butterflies in their tombs, … Read More
April 5, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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In biblical times, palms were a sign of hope. When a tired and thirsty traveler was in the desert and saw a palm tree, he was delighted because he knew he was near an oasis … Read More
March 29, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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The “crown of thorns” signifies the pain, suffering, abuse, and the cruel manner in which Jesus was treated by soldiers, as well as the disbelief of many who did not accept him as God’s son.… Read More
March 21, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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Each season of the Christian year has a color that goes along with the season. This helps us remember what part of the Christian year we are celebrating. The color purple is associated with Lent … Read More
March 15, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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Some people may not realize that the pretzel is a Lenten food. According to a variety of different sources, pretzels were viewed as Lenten treats for several reasons.
As we have stated previously, Lent is … Read More
March 10, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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A bulb symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings.
Bulbs are plain brown and not very attractive to look at. They appear dead when they are dormant and must be buried to grow. Christ died on the … Read More
March 1, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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When does Lent begin?
Ash Wednesday, the day after Shrove Tuesday, is the real beginning of Lent. We usually begin Ash Wednesday with a service where we recognize our mortality, repent of our sins, and … Read More
February 24, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney
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What is Pancake Day?
Pancake Day (also known as Shrove Tuesday) is the last day before the period which Christians call Lent. It is traditional on this day to eat pancakes.
Why are Pancakes eaten … Read More
February 16, 2012 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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Join us on February 19 at 9am in the Fellowship Hall for a Pancake Breakfast before heading to Sunday School.
We will have a pre-Lent celebration based on the Shrove Tuesday, or Fat Tuesday, idea.
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Read More February 16, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell
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Please join us in January for a special lecture series on the life and works of C. S. Lewis.
This is a 3-part seminar on Sunday evenings in The Sanctuary from 5-6 PM beginning on … Read More
January 4, 2012 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell
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Please bring your children (age 3-7) to join us in a study about Extravagant Generosity that will take place at the same time as the adult class on Wednesdays from October 26 through November 16th
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Read More October 18, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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What: A study of Psalms using a study guide “A Very Present Help” by Miriam Dunson.
When: Third Tuesday of the month starting September 20 from 11:30 – 1:00 PM. Lunch will be served at … Read More
September 7, 2011 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell
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The SBP Academy will have their Annual Fall Festival on Friday, October 14. We need sponsors of various activities to make the festival a great success. The proceeds from the festival will benefit the purchase … Read More
August 29, 2011 in Faith Learns by Ethan Mitchell
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If we disobey the rules in our schools, the consequences can be detention or suspension for a specific number of days. If we disobey the rules in our community, we can be arrested and fined. … Read More
August 26, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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Do you ever feel that one moment you are striving to follow God with heart and mind and soul and strength, and then—before you can blink—you are serving false gods? You are not alone.
In … Read More
July 28, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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by Patti Nanney
Winston Churchill once said, “Those that fail to learn from history, are doomed to repeat it.” That quote definitely fit the Israelites of the Old Testament.
This Sunday begins a five-week look … Read More
July 6, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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by Patti Nanney
Through discipline parents help to shape their children to understand and behave as they should. But, what happens when a child disobeys a parent? What happens to adults when they disobey speed … Read More
July 1, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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Friday was the thrilling conclusion to our wonderful week at Shake It Up Cafe. We had wonderful fruit smoothies from our Snack Chef Renae Oswald and Snack Chef Laurie Mitchell as well as a delicious … Read More
June 25, 2011 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Kate Cross
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by Marguerite Priest
Another terrific day! The rain just made our spirits lighter! The children continue to learn from our amazing volunteer leaders and have fun while doing so! Tomorrow is the famous VBS Breadmaking … Read More
June 23, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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by Marguerite Priest, VBS Director
Vacation Bible School started on Monday with 101 children. A little on the hectic side as we got everyone organized and into the groove, but it was great!
The devotional … Read More
June 22, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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by Patti Nanney
This past Sunday the “Saints Under Construction” class looked at that question and several others as we looked at how faith, courage, trust and fear played a role in God protecting the … Read More
June 20, 2011 in Faith Learns by Patti Nanney
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