Why? A Big Question.
February 10, 2023
A Big Question
Why?
The Garden's Sunday service on February 5, 2023
Curiosity drives us to ask the why questions (and How, Who, When, Where, and What –– but let's just focus on the Why for a moment). Why are we here? Why do we care? Why do bad things happen? Why do they ––or I –– act that way?
This service features The Good Earth band performing Counting Blue Cars by Dishwalla, More to this Life by Steven Curtis Chapman, and Peter Frampton's Show Me the Way.
Father's Day at The Garden
Life’s storms—both external and internal—test our resilience, but they also offer an opportunity for transformation. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, this reflection explores how brokenness can lead to renewal, strength, and deeper purpose. Discover strategies for navigating challenges with mindfulness, self-care, and faith, and trust that in every fracture, light finds its way in.
Messages from the Mountaintop
Messages from the Mountaintop
A blog post in which Betty Brandt explores the alarming rise in antisemitism, recent tragic events, and the impact on Jewish communities, urging readers to stand in solidarity and foster awareness. It highlights personal reflections, concerns for safety, and meaningful ways to support and engage with Jewish friends and neighbors.
Messages from the Mountaintop
Who's On Your Mt. Rushmore?
Jesus Was Woke.
Some interesting facts about this special day
Betty Brandt comments on how two films—Conclave and Penguin Lessons—have taken on unexpected relevance in 2025. Conclave offers a glimpse into the process of selecting a new pope, coinciding with Pope Francis’s passing, while Penguin Lessons delves into Argentina’s turbulent 1970s, raising questions about justice and moral responsibility. Explore their significance in today's changing world.
