Author Archives: megganmanlove

Soul Friends

Posted on June 20, 2020 by megganmanlove

Soul Friends (originally posted on tvprays.org June 18, 2020) I have been pondering all the kinds of relationships that we are part of and need. We are relational by nature, even those of us who are more introverted. I need … Continue reading →

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June 14, 2020 (Commemoration Emanuel 9)

Posted on June 14, 2020 by megganmanlove

A Confessional Litany and Lament Commemorating Nine Who Were Slain at Mother Emanuel AME Church They were doing what we are called to as they engaged in bible study. It was Wednesday night— a stranger walked in, and these people welcomed him and … Continue reading →

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Time for Deep Listening

Posted on June 10, 2020 by megganmanlove

(Pastor’s Column for Trinity Epistle, June 2020) Dear Friends in Christ, Of all the things that the time of the pandemic is, and there are plenty of descriptors, it could also be a  time of deep listening. In the midst … Continue reading →

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Anti-racism Learning in Southwest Idaho

Posted on June 6, 2020 by megganmanlove

I am writing this specifically for my congregants at Trinity Lutheran Church in Nampa, Idaho. Anyone who knows how to do a search on the internet can find a list of articles or books to read, films to watch, or … Continue reading →

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Empathy, Curiosity, and Hope

Posted on June 4, 2020 by megganmanlove

Originally posted on tvprays.org June 3, 2020 I have been thinking a lot about how we do not allow ourselves or one another to hold two truths together at the same time. That is not very helpful and leaves little … Continue reading →

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Pentecost 2020

Posted on May 31, 2020 by megganmanlove

Prayer of the Day O God, on this day you open the hearts of your faithful people by sending into us your Holy Spirit. Direct us by the light of that Spirit, that we may have a right judgment in … Continue reading →

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May 26, 2020 Congregational Letter

Posted on May 27, 2020 by megganmanlove

May 26, 2020 Dear Friends in Christ, The last few months have not been easy, and we are so thankful for the many ways that you have individually and collectively stepped into new ways of being the church. Learning new … Continue reading →

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Summer of Baseball….Movies

Posted on May 25, 2020 by megganmanlove

Dr. Osterholm has become one of my trusted sources when it comes to COVID-19. This Iowa native and Luther College graduate runs the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. When I listened to his … Continue reading →

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May 24, 2020 (Service of Healing)

Posted on May 24, 2020 by megganmanlove

Prayer of the Day O God of glory, your Son Jesus Christ suffered for us and ascended to your right hand. Unite us with Christ and each other in suffering and in joy, that all the world may be drawn … Continue reading →

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What Worship Would Look Like

Posted on May 18, 2020 by megganmanlove

Dear Members and Friends of Trinity Lutheran, Nampa, Idaho Governor Brad Little began gradually lifting the Stay at Home Order and included churches in Stage One of Rebound Idaho, congregational leaders (pastors and lay people) in the ELCA Treasure Valley … Continue reading →

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