Cruxifusion

“Supporting, inspring and connecting Christ-centred leaders and congregations within the United Church of Canada”

Advent 2013 – Dec 23

Anyone who has witnessed the birth of a baby knows what absolute love can look like. My last two children were 40+ hour failed attempts at home births yet despite the seemingly  endless hours of pain and frustration with meddling doctors, something magical happened...

Advent 2013 – Dec 22

We read in Luke 1:29 that when Mary received the news about the impending birth she was “perplexed,” or “troubled.” Dare we say that Mary was just a little fearful? And when Joseph is brought in on the plan he was told, “Do not be afraid.” It sounds so simple, but it...

Advent 2013 – Dec 21

Where do you live? Do you live in a big city, surrounded by lights and people? Do you live out in the country, miles away from your closest neighbour? Do you live in large, modern, bright home? Or do you live in a simple dwelling with just enough room? What about your...

Advent 2013 – Dec 20


There are many calls that compete for our response—especially this time of year. “Do you hear what I hear?” One is the call to the mall. Each year, holiday pilgrims travel well-worn paths of guilt, stress and debt in search of the perfect gift. They’ll know if it’s...

Advent 2013 – Dec 19

Sometimes things happen that you just keep inside. It just bubbles out, whether you want it to or not, whether folks will believe you or not, whether it makes sense or not. You just have to tell it. What would you have done if you were them? There you are minding your...