A WELCOME FROM THE MINISTER
Worship at Wellspring Community Church is intended to offer a “pause” in the week in order to allow people time to reflect, to renew hope and as a community explore how we might engage the possibilities of life. Non-traditional worship and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere set the tone for people to share their concerns as well as their thoughts and questions.
The community at Wellspring provides an opportunity for those who attend to inquire, explore and name their faith journeys. To do this we take time to worship, pray and respond to the scripture reading for the day. We also take time to affirm the children each Sunday during worship prior to Children’s Church. Our intent in being a faith community is not to be “right” about God, but to seek to live in right relationship with God, our neighbors and our world. We often quote the Hebrew prophet Micah: “God has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8)
As the minister at Wellspring I am most stimulated by the diversity of people who attend. I enjoy the broad perspective offered in conversation as well as the provocative questions that arise which serve to broaden our understanding of the Christian faith. To minister at Wellspring Community Church has been one of the most engaging endeavors of my life. It has empowered me to continue to hope in the midst of despair and to work on behalf of justice in the midst of the chaos.
Being inclusive in my ministry is a “Gospel” issue for me. It is important that all who come to share the faith journey are included through the language and ritual of worship on a Sunday morning. I invite you to come and join us as we both celebrate and wrestle with the meaning of our faith. If you have further questions or would like a conversation prior to attending please feel free to contact me at 279-8248.
On the journey..........................Rev. Naomi Kirstein, MDIV