Sisters and brothers, siblings in Christ – faith language matters. The words we choose in telling the story of our faith matters and are powerful.  Will our words include? Exclude? Welcome? Or deny?  Our language tells a story about God’s love for the world. Live into the richness and depth of our faith language so that all will not only know they are welcome to the table of grace but are indeed included without question.

May God, the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit bless you and keep you; lift you and encourage you; and embolden you to share the good news of God’s grace and love in the world.