It's a Highrock Family Reunion! On June 9th, head to the Thoreau Club in Concord for a day of picnicking, fellowship, outdoor activities, and worship together.
In Eakins' work we see Jesus, not in a kingly or triumphant moment, but with head bowed, shrouded in shadows, and in pain. Uncomfortably realistic in its depiction of Jesus, the painting drives home the weakness and vulnerability of God on the cross. This week, we reflect on the words he cried out from the cross: “My God, why have you forsaken me?”, and consider how this moment on the cross challenges our ideas of what love and strength are.
In this etching, Rembrandt uses the visual impact of light and dark to show the contrast in Jesus' interactions with the two criminals. This week we reflect on "Paradise" as we consider the powerful depiction of forgiveness and hope amidst the frenzied activity at the foot of the cross.
In Roualt's work, we are brought close, to engage directly with Christ on the cross and focus on the relationship with Christ to his mother and his disciple, John. This week, we contemplate what it means to be part of a spiritual family as we remember John 19:26, "Woman, here is your son"
In Munch's bright colors set against a dark sky, we see a mix of human emotion - reactions to the crucifixion of Christ, the Savior. This week we consider Jesus's last words in Luke 23:34a: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."
This panel discussion is a follow up to our sermon series, "Women Who Led the Way". In this interview, Pastor Dave Swaim chats with Pastor Adele Calhoun, Abby Rice, and Pastor Meghan DeJong about their journeys as women in ministry.
Sometimes it can feel like the parts we play at Highrock are small and unimportant. But your gifts, your time, your love - they matter. They make a difference — even if you don't see it.
