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- Religione e spiritualità
Welcome to HopeGateWay in Portland, Maine. Inspired by the words of Micah 6:8: our mission is to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with God. We envision a world that embraces community, celebrates inclusivity, expresses creativity, seeks transformation, and practices simplicity. We invite you to be challenged and inspired by this podcast of previous Sundays' messages.
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Speak Clearly and Boldly About Jesus
Christie Dahlin, HopeGateWay’s community and administrative coordinator, presents the sermon for the third Sunday of Lent. “Sometimes it feels safer, easier, wiser,” she says, “to do acts of love and care that show love in subtle ways rather than to proclaim them boldly with our words.” In a world that misunderstands or distorts his message, it is crucial to proclaim Christ clearly.
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The Ridiculous Hunch
Rev. Sara Ewing-Merrill’s sermon for the first Sunday of Lent encourages us to take a leap of faith and follow Jesus, even when we don't know what the future holds, and reminds us that Jesus will always be with us on the journey.
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Building A Sense of Belonging and Community
In a co-created sermon, facilitated by Ophelia Hu Kinney, people of the HopeGateWay community noted that belonging is prioritized over belief, mirroring Jesus's approach with his followers. Members are committed to creating a just and transformative world through service, witness, and advocacy. They value diversity and inclusivity, striving to create a welcoming environment for all, regardless of their background, beliefs, or circumstances.
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Our Core Values & Their Impact
Ophelia Hu Kinney, Robin Jellis, Wanda Stahl, and Allen Ewing-Merrill discuss HopeGateWay’s core values: community, inclusivity, creativity, simplicity, and transformation. They share personal experiences and insights on how these values have deepened their spiritual lives and impacted their relationships within the church. The discussion highlights the importance of embracing change and fostering a welcoming environment where people can explore their faith and grow together.
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Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly
"Our mission is to become fully human, to become who we are meant to be," said Rev. Sara Ewing Merrill, in the beginning sermon of the "Belonging" series. "I hope that in the next few weeks you'll feel challenged" as we look at our core values through the lens of Micah 6:8.