Category: Faith
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A New Creation…
At our July 30 gathering, we created a community art piece in response to a reading from Romans 8:18-28 and a variation of the Jesuit “Daily Examen” known as “The Environmental Examen.” Here’s the final product, for your enjoyment and edification (click to enlarge):
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July 30 Gathering: Prayer & Poem
There are many ways to connect our hearts with God’s. And this week at New Wineskins, we’re going to try something a little new and different!
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New Wineskins Joins RTA Fest!
Big news for the New Wineskins community! This year, we’re part of Marietta’s annual Rivers, Trails & Ales festival on Sunday, Aug. 13!
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July 16 Gathering: The Gabriel Project
The Gabriel Project of West Virginia benefits families without adequate financial resources to meet the tangible needs of a new baby. They provide necessary baby items, such as new cribs, new car seats, diapers, formula, clothing, and hygiene products at no or low cost to clients.
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July 2 Gathering: What brings you here?
Why are we here? What keeps us coming back? What compels us to invite others? What kind of community are we creating?
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June 18 Gathering: God as Father? (a Fathers Day conversation)
Referring to God in masculine terms has drawn plenty of examination in recent years. And it’s certainly clear that the creator of humanity transcends gender. But much debate exists as to whether it’s appropriate to refer to God–or at least the first person of the Trinity–as “Father.” We have to ask ourselves whether such identity…
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June 4 Gathering Cancelled
Due to scheduling conflicts, our June 4 gathering has been cancelled. Our next gathering will be June 18. Join us for a Father’s Day discussion on the “Father” language we use to describe God.
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May 21 Gathering: The Bible Tells Me So?
Everyone has one. A favorite verse from scripture. Whether it’s something to help us remember a loved one, an inspiration of some kind, or a rule of life, we carry our favorite Bible verses close to the heart. Of course, plucking a single verse out of the library of stories, letters, poems, histories, genealogies, and…
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May 7 Gathering: Open Forum!
Sometimes you just need some space to ask questions and share ideas. So this Sunday at New Wineskins will be Open Forum Night! What questions do you have about particular passages of scripture, spiritual practices, liturgical forms, church traditions, etc.? What recent insights would you like to share with the New Wineskins community? We have…
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April 23 Gathering: What difference does Resurrection make?
What do we really know about the Resurrection? What did it mean to the first followers of Jesus, and how does that impact our lives today?