Messages on Belonging & Connection (Page 5)
Caring for Each Other
Today, Beth Monhollen shares a message about what it means to be in a situation where you can love others, while also realizing that you can no longer maintain a relationship with them.
The Idol of Fame
In Today’s message, Rodney Whittenberg shares stories about what it means to want to be famous, and what it means to achieve a bit of fame. Why do we look up to the famous, and what can we learn from them?
The Idol of Purity
Ministerial Intern, Beth Monhollen talks today about how differences of religious practice have shaped our lives, especially today in America.
The Idol of Wealth
Rev. Lee introduced our new American Idols series with a story about the “Idol” of wealth. She shares a story about a real estate investor who chooses to overlook the opportunity for making vast profits, and instead focuses on building up a community of committed neighbors.
Moving to Action
In today’s message, Rev. Lee sits down with local DEI advocate, Brandyn Campbell to speak about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially as it relates to young people, and in schools.
The Dialogue Institute
Lay Preacher Rodney Whittenberg speaks with fellow WellSpringer, Majid Alsayegh, as well as David Kruger from The Dialogue Institute about the importance of interfaith cooperation and understanding.
Alternatives to Violence
Lay preacher, Kathleen Higgins, speaks with guest Brian Winward, about their joint work in local prisons, speaking with incarcerated people about alternatives to violence.
Practicing Hope
IN this return of our Neighbors and Helpers message series, Rev. Lee interviews Jordi Comas from the “Barnstorming PA” podcast.
Angels and Saints: Eros and Awe
In today’s message, lay preacher Rodney Whittenberg shares clips from a movie he produced called Angels and Saints. It focuses on how people square their religious lives with their sexual identities.
Summer of Soul
Rev. Lee offers a message inspired by the QuestLove documentary Summer of Soul.
#OrdinaryPraise
Rev. Ken offers a heartfelt final message as minister here at WellSprings, before his retirement.
But I’m a Cheerleader
Ministerial Intern, Beth Monhollen, introduces Pride Month by speaking about one of her favorite cult films: But I’m a Cheerleader. In this film about queer characters at a “reprogramming” camp, Beth explores how society has treated LGBTQIA+ people throughout history.