Nicodemus

Pentecost celebrates the “birthday of the church” as the Spirit of God enlivened and empowered the early followers of Jesus to spread his message and be his family of healing, hope, and compassion. The Pentecost story found in Acts speaks of the Spirit descending like a “flame” upon the early church.

Courageous conversations have the power to change and transform us. God builds beautiful connections in unexpected ways when we commit to each other, even–perhaps especially–when the future is unknown.

South Elkhorn teenagers will be sharing a dramatic presentation inviting us all into “the heart of Jesus.” You will notice boxes adorning the stage, making an imaginative cityscape where the story of Jesus will spring to life. Whatever these boxes once carried, now they carry a sacred story: the surprise and joy, healing and hope, welcome and compassion of Christ. Like a precious gift, these boxes symbolize the very teaching of Jesus, especially the parables, which are meant to be received with care, unwrapped, and treasured.

Everyone has needs, but each of us needs different things at different times. God calls us to care for one another–in seasons of joy, transition, and hardship. God draws near to us in deep listening and attentive presence.