Book Review: Adam: God’s Beloved

Book Review: Adam: God’s Beloved

03/12/2024

In the final year before his death in 1996, Henri Nouwen wrote an account of the death of his friend Adam, a severely handicapped young man from L’Arche. In the story of Adam he found a way to describe his own understanding of the Gospel message. Adam could not speak or even move without assistance. Gripped by frequent seizures, he spent his life in obscurity. And yet, for Nouwen, he became his friend, teacher, and guide. It was Adam who led Nouwen to a new understanding of his faith and what it means to be Beloved of God.

Opportunity for You to Shape Best Practices

Opportunity for You to Shape Best Practices

03/12/2024

I write today with some wonderful news for all congregations hosting a Rejoicing Spirits ministry! Mosaic’s Rejoicing Spirits network recently became one of 20 recipients of grant money awarded by the Disabilities Ministry Network (DMN). The DMN recently received a grant from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship from the CICW Shalom-Shaping Invitational Grants program.

Parent Testimonial: Kelly and Joni Strong

Parent Testimonial: Kelly and Joni Strong

10/12/2023

By Kelly and Joni Strong from Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, Fort Collins, CO

About a year ago, we moved back to Fort Collins after it became evident that our son Andy needed more support. Out in the community, we happened to run into a couple friends from Spirit of Joy who informed us about Rejoicing Spirits, a new worship service for caregiving families such as our own.

Book Review: A Daily Devotional

Book Review: A Daily Devotional

10/12/2023

The Spiritual Art of Raising Children with Disabilities by Kathleen Deyer Bolduc is a rare treasure of a book. This is a daily devotional that will—at times—make you laugh and—at other times—make you cry.

Happy Birthday, Rejoicing Spirits!

Happy Birthday, Rejoicing Spirits!

10/12/2023

Did you know that 20 years ago, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Exton, Pennsylvania celebrated its first Rejoicing Spirits service? Congratulations, happy birthday and thank you for inspiring so many Rejoicing Congregations across the country!

Whether you’ve been worshiping for one week, one year or 10 years, today is a perfect time to celebrate worship where everyone is invited!

In thanksgiving for 20 years, here are some fun ways to celebrate this anniversary in your Rejoicing Spirits community:

Rejoicing Spirits: God’s Amazing Mathematics

Rejoicing Spirits: God’s Amazing Mathematics

10/12/2023

As a child, I had this picture book, “A Child’s Friend” of Jesus feeding the 5,000. As the story goes, Jesus wanted the disciples to feed a large crowd. They said it would be impossible. But, a boy with them had five small loaves of bread and two small fish. Jesus takes this gift, thanks God for it and uses it to feed over 5,000 people, with leftovers to spare! What puzzled me in the picture book is just how abundant those leftovers were! There were 12 baskets of bread and fish left!

Meet Pastor Twila Schock, Mosaic’s New VP of Church Relations and International Programs

Meet Pastor Twila Schock, Mosaic’s New VP of Church Relations and International Programs

05/02/2023

Mosaic has appointed the Rev. Twila Schock as Vice President of Church Relations and International Programs. She fills the position left by the Rev. David deFreese, who retired last month.

Survey Results

Survey Results

03/01/2023

Thank you to all who took the time to fill out the survey that was sent to you. Here is a brief summary of information received:

Services at St. Paul’s UCC

Services at St. Paul’s UCC

03/01/2023

Rejoicing Spirits of Eastern Berks County has facilitated four worship services at St. Paul’s UCC, Kutztown, Pennsylvania. They shared the following regarding their services:

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