Magnifying God
Bruce Epperly
December 17, 2023
In response to John the Baptist’s prenatal greeting, Mary of Nazareth gives glory to God. She exclaims, “My soul magnifies the Lord!”
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Bruce Epperly
Rev. Dr. Bruce G. Epperly has served as a congregational pastor, university chaplain, professor, and seminary administrator for over forty years. He is currently Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, Massachusetts. He is the author of more than fifty books on practical theology, ministry, and spirituality, healing and wholeness, and process theology, including Walking with Francis of Assisi: From Privilege to Activism, The Mystic in You: Discovering a God-filled World, the award-winning Tending to the Holy: The Practice of the Presence of God in Ministry, and Mystics in Action: Twelve Saints for Today. He lives on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, with his wife Rev. Dr. Katherine Gould Epperly, his son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren.
The Gift of Repentance
Bruce Epperly
December 10, 2023
Reflect John the Baptist preached, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” Repentance means to turn around, change course, and let go of
God Speaks through Dreams
Bruce Epperly
December 6, 2023
God speaks to us in dreams. Listen to your dreams. They may reveal God’s vision for your life.
Pursuing Peace
Bruce Epperly
December 3, 2023
On the first Sunday of Advent, Isaiah speaks of a day in which they will “beat their swords into plowshares” and nations will “learn war no more.” That seems like an impossible dream.
There Is More
Bruce Epperly
November 29, 2023
“Plus Ultra,” the national motto of Spain, challenges the limitations we place on ourselves and God’s presence in our lives. There is more to the use of our gifts.
Caring for the Children
Bruce Epperly
November 21, 2023
Every child is beloved by God, created in God’s image, and deserving of abundant life. Our vocation is to care for children far and near.
Let Your Light Shine
Bruce Epperly
November 9, 2023
Jesus told his follows: “You are the light of the world. . . . Your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father” (Mt 5:14, 16). With humility, you can claim your identity as God’s light.