From the Heart of Pastor Jacqueline A. Thompson
March 17, 2026
Good Day Allen Temple Family and Friends,
It is my hope you have enjoyed our beautiful weather and finding ways to "Manage the Middle."
The Journey Ad Deum continues...last week we referenced the words of Jesus in John 8:36: if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. We named FREEDOM as one of the gifts we have received that helps us live triumphantly through Christ. To receive and enjoy the gift, we must identify what may be keeping us bound.
March 9, 2026
Good Evening Allen Temple Family and Friends,
The journey AD DEUM continues. This new month has come marching in and is moving forward without delay. February we focused on Identity as foundational to living our 2026 Church theme. March, we move to FREEDOM! By now you have received your email with our Lenten readings and reflection for the week. So today, I share a journey of my own.
Our February focus has been around IDENTITY. Living Triumphantly Through Christ begins with knowing who we are. We began with belonging. We moved to being chosen, known, and named. And now we arrive at SECURITY.
As parts of Mexico faces unprecedented public violence, public commentary has been consumed with conversations about safety. I began to contemplate the difference between safety and security. Here is where I landed: Safety is external and circumstantial. Security is internal and rooted in what we trust.
February 16, 2026
Good Evening Allen Temple Family,
Hoping this note finds you well.
Our journey begins - a journey millions take worldwide. This journey is not to a dream destination or a chosen location on life's bucket list. This journey leads to a Cross.
Lent is upon us. Beginning February 18 with Ash Wednesday, our 40-day trek begins. This season is historically characterized by fasting, giving, and prayer. With the imposition of Ashes for Catholics and many other Christians, it a sobering reminder that we are made from dust and to dust we will return. Believers are asked to sacrifice: give up something for Lent. We know the things...
February 9, 2026
Good Evening Allen Temple Family,
Hoping this note finds you well this day.
Well, here we are at the beginning of a new week. This week we continue unpacking our February focus on Identity. Last week, we were reminded that our lives belong to God. This means we can rest in God's presence and providential care for us.
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- From the Heart of Pastor Jacqueline A. Thompson - Until All Are Free
- From the Heart of Pastor Jacqueline Thompson - It's Silent Saturday!