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A Joyful Journey

A Joyful Journey

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 by Editor

Bishop David A. Bard reflects on the scriptural value of listening to each other with respect. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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A Joyful Journey

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 by Editor

The day called Easter is over but the hope that the holiday promises lives on. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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A Joyful Journey

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 by Editor

In this edition of “A Joyful Journey,” Bishop Bard traces the social justice dimensions of his faith to Billy Graham. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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February 5, 2018 by Editor

In this edition of A Joyful Journey, Bishop David Bard shares a Lenten love story. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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A Joyful Journey

February 5, 2018February 5, 2018 by Editor

As a new year begins, Bishop David Bard reflects on God’s transforming love for a newer world.

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A Joyful Journey

February 5, 2018 by Editor

In this month’s blog, “Open a little wider,” Bishop David Bard talks about the nature of being human. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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February 5, 2018February 5, 2018 by Editor

Bishop Bard reflects on his cultural pilgrimage to South Korea in this month’s Joyful Journey. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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A Joyful Journey

October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 by Editor

In this month’s blog, Bishop Bard discusses challenges and blessings of loving the church. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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September 2, 2017October 2, 2017 by Editor

In this September blog, Bishop David Bard explores the relationship of Church and Politics. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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August 2, 2017October 2, 2017 by Editor

Bishop David Bard reflects upon covenants in the context of the easy-living of summer. Continue reading “A Joyful Journey” →

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