Our Essence: We Are Beloved Energy
"Our Essence: We Are Beloved Energy"
Sermon by The Rev. Ed Bacon
January 11, 2026
In reflecting on the baptism of Jesus, this sermon reminds us that our deepest truth is not fear or striving, but belovedness. Jesus’ baptism becomes a kind of spiritual GPS, grounding him and us in love as the place from which all decisions and actions flow. Drawing on wisdom from across faith and life, the message names self rejection as the real trap and love as the way through it. When we live from the truth that we are beloved, love becomes the force that guides our lives and shapes our response to the world.
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Vacation Bible School We’re going to Israel! Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School, June 21-24 , when we will travel back to the ancient time of Jesus in the Land of Israel. Sunday (6:30 - 8:00 pm) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Ages Children 4 years (by June 21) through rising 6th graders are welcome to participate in Vacation Bible School. Rising 6th graders will be in their own Elder Tribe. Volunteers Vacation Bible School at All Saints is a very intergenerational experience. We love volunteers of all ages. Rising 7th graders (and others up to any age!) can volunteer any of the VBS days. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Joie Hoke (joie@allsaintsbhm.org) or Jeannie Feldman ( jeanniefeldman@att.net ).
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