Lent
Featured Lent
By Pastor Joe Valenti My most recent sermon was about the importance of not only listening to the words of Jesus, but taking action on what he calls us to be and do. One of the ways that we encourage people to do that at our church is to develop a Spiritual Growth Plan. A…
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Recent Lent
Proverbs 4:20–27 // Guarding the heart // Dean Siley Proverbs 4 reads like a parent leaning in close, speaking with urgency but also with deep care. “My child, pay attention… do not let these truths out of your sight… keep them within your heart.” The tone is not harsh or demanding; it is protective. What…
Luke 10:38–42 // Busyness vs. attentiveness // Kristy Klasa I can imagine being in Mary and Martha’s living room at that moment. Knowing me, I would probably be thinking something like, “Martha, read the room—do you see anyone else scurrying around? Maybe it\'s because Jesus is teaching in your living room, and this would be…
Psalm 42 // Disordered thirst and holy longing // Joe Valenti I was driving down the road today when I noticed a car, covered in snow, sitting at the bottom of a steep driveway that hadn’t been plowed. Maybe you’ve been in a situation like that—where you can’t seem to get to where you want…
Jeremiah 17:5–10 // The heart’s hidden loyalties // Raquel Schors What is in a heart? Look beyond the physical organ itself, rhythmically pumping lifeblood throughout the body. Look instead at the biblical heart—the inner self. The headquarters of emotion, desire, motive, thought, and will within each person. The heart directs the whole of life. And…
Psalm 139:1–12, 23–24 // Inviting God to search us // Dale Piscura As we begin the season of Lent, our desire as a community of faith is to draw near to God, that we may celebrate with great joy—and with one another—the resurrection of our Lord Jesus. We begin with the remarkable Psalm 139, written…
So, mom and dad, you’ve decided to fast and pray along with the rest of the CVC body during the season leading up to Good Friday. That’s wonderful! But what about the kids? Although your children still need to eat, there is a great opportunity for you to use this time to teach them about…
Consult a Doctor Before beginning any fast, especially if you have underlying medical conditions, it’s important to seek your doctor’s counsel. The body is a gift from God, and caring for it is an act of stewardship (1 Corinthians 6:19–20). A healthcare professional can help you discern safe parameters and identify risks, ensuring that your…
