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John of Patmos watches the descent of New Jerusalem from God. From La Jérusalem céleste, a 14th-century panel in the Tapestry of the Apocalypse, Château d’Angers, France.
Things Change – May 19, 2025
Christian Lesson: Acts 11:1 – 18
In a stirring reflection on Acts 11, guest preacher Rev. Terry Perrish invited us to consider how the early church faced transformation—and how we, too, are called to embrace change with faithful hearts. Through the lens of Peter’s vision, he unpacked the tension between tradition and revelation, showing how the Spirit expands our understanding of who belongs in God’s beloved community.
With gentle wit and a wide-ranging journey through scripture and story, Rev. Perrish reminded us that while our world, our theology, and our circumstances shift—God’s nature does not. In progressive Christianity, we affirm that God does not make mistakes. The challenge and gift of faith is learning to let go of the illusion of permanence, and trust the Spirit’s movement toward justice, inclusion, and newness.
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