Peace to you, church family.
This new year, we are exploring the New Testament book by book each week. Yesterday, we listened to the glory of the gospel in the book of Romans. We were reminded that the gospel not only saves us, but continues to transform us from one degree to another.
It feels timely as we prepare to enter our 40-day Lenten journey this week. In Scripture, the number 40 marks a season of transformation—Israel in the wilderness, Moses on Mount Sinai, Elijah’s journey, Jonah’s warning, and Jesus in the wilderness. Forty days is a sacred time. It is space for God to reshape our hearts.
This year, I invite us to practice the 3R’s:
Reflect
For 40 days, beginning this Wednesday, we will share one faith story each day through email and Messenger. Please set aside intentional time to read and prayerfully reflect.
Day 1: "Learning to Love like Christ" – Rev. Kwan Lee’s Story
👉 Read Day 1 Here
Repent
After reflecting, we turn to God. Yesterday you received a Prayer of Confession bookmark (adapted from the Book of Common Prayer). Let us pray daily:
Merciful God, I turn to you. Forgive what I have done wrong and what I have left undone. Renew my heart, teach me to love you fully and to love my neighbor well. Lead me in your ways, for the sake of Jesus. Amen.
Renew
As we reflect and repent, God renews our minds. Then we begin to discern God’s will. Each day, practice one small, intentional act of love. This is how we make room for the Holy Spirit to work in us and transform us from one degree to another.
If you missed the service, you may watch or listen:
Services
👉 Hodgdon Service Recording
👉 Houlton Service Recording
Sermon Message
👉 Podcast Audio
👉 Blog Reading
This Wednesday, we will gather for Ash Wednesday service at noon at Hodgdon. You are warmly invited.
Have a blessed week. Happy Lunar New Year :)
In Christ's Love,
Pastor Victor
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