Posts by Sue Ostrom
God’s Community
God’s Community from the eyes of our Sunday School children.
He Came Without Bubble Wrap
On New Year’s Day Doug and I begin to take down our Christmas decorations. I leave most of our Nativity sets up through January 6, Epiphany Day, but I did decide to take one down. It was sitting on my dresser. Our cats like to jump up on that dresser when they are trying to convince us to get up to feed them early in the morning and I was worried they would knock off the figures. This is an…
At the Corner of Intersectionality
Our world places us at a busy and complicated intersection. We face the challenge of learning how to become just, fair, equal, effective to all of those coming into our lives or just passing through. Acheiveing intersectionality, considering all intersections of a person, gives us richness and great promise.
Put It On a T-Shirt
Pastor Sue reflects on the litany, God is good.
Mill Plain Strong
Mill Plain UMC remains strong, despite being apart during the pandemic
Death Valley
Preparing for Death Valley
Lenten Preparations
Pastor Sue details plans for celebrating Lent.
Season of Advent
Pastor Sue explains the Advent and Christmas traditions.
How Gratitude Can Move Us
Pastor Sue explores the link between gratitude and justice.
Planning For Assets and Obstacles
Pastor Sue contemplates the assets and obstacles at Mill Plain UMC.
BLEAK NEWS
Taking action in the face of bleak news.
Moving Forward on a Split issue
Pastor Sue details next steps around the UMC’s position on the LGBTQIA community.
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