Dear Christ Church, Love is expensive. In one of St. Paul’s great summary statements of the Christian life, he says, “present your bodies as a living sacrifice.” Does that language remind you of a priest at the altar in the … Read More
Serving Our Neighbors
Today’s guest post is from our Worship Pastor, Wes Crawford. Hey Christ Church, As the start of the school year draws near I wanted to make sure you knew about a volunteer opportunity in our Downtown East Side neighborhood that … Read More
Crossing Brokenness
Today’s guest post is by Associate Rector Matt Dampier. Dear Christ Church, Eighteen years ago, I found myself drawn to Christianity because two Young Life leaders invited me to a unique worship service. Through laughter and friendship, these friends were … Read More
Tending the Garden of our Heart
Today’s guest post is by Amy Saxbury, our Youth Pastor. Dear Christ Church, When I moved from Colorado to Texas, I fell in love with gardening. I enjoyed the art of exterior decorating: choosing plants that would enhance and beautify, … Read More
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
Today’s guest post is by Associate Rector Matt Dampier. Dear Christ Church, This summer the Christ Church staff has been reading Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero. It’s a fantastic book and one worth reading if you’re looking for a … Read More