By Nell Green A few years ago, my son introduced me to a song, “I’m Gonna Sit at the Welcome Table”. It is a song they sing weekly at the beginning of their Sunday gathering. The anonymous author of the spiritual was likely an enslaved person. The song was adapted and used during the civil … Continue reading
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Get Inspired for #GivingTuesday
We’re only one week away from #GivingTuesday! Here’s a small peek into what we’ve been working on—get ready… People around the world will come together to celebrate generosity and make an impact. We have a goal to raise $25,000 to support the ministries and mission of CBF. Your gift can also make TWICE the impact, … Continue reading
The opportunity in this time of year
By Laura Stephens-Reed Fall is (blessedly) here! Those of us who accept that this is the best season of the year are reveling in pumpkins and pumpkin-spiced things and cooler weather and football and…I could go on, but I won’t. In the church, autumn is often looked toward as a quieter time because of fuller … Continue reading