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Advent Conspiracy Daily Devotionals: Week 2

As we continue our Advent journey at Milford First, week two of our daily Advent devotionals from Advent Conspiracy invites us to reflect on what it means to spend less. In a season often marked by excess, we are called to shift our focus from material gifts to the priceless gift of Jesus’ love.

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Advent Conspiracy Daily Devotionals: Week 1

As we enter the season of Advent, we invite you to journey with us through a series of daily devotionals inspired by Advent Conspiracy. This week, we focus on slowing down and re-centering our hearts on the true meaning of Christmas: worshiping fully.

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Cultivating Gratitude: A Reading List for All Ages

In our fast-paced world, nurturing gratitude can help anchor our hearts and enrich our lives. A core part of our faith journey, gratitude is a deeply rooted response to God’s grace and blessings. This reading list will help you cultivate gratitude and spark meaningful conversations through a variety of stories, perspectives and practices.

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United by God’s Love 

On November 10, 2024, Calvary and Milford First United Methodist churches united for a joint worship gathering, focusing not on the political divisions of the world, but on the unifying love of God. This service, held just five days after the election, was a powerful reminder of the One who transcends earthly politics and binds us all together.

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“Do Unto Others” Study Guide: Intentionality in the Life of the Church

As we move through the Do Unto Others Kindness Campaign, we’ll live into an intentional season of growing in kindness towards our neighbors. This four-week study guide will explore the scriptural call to bless others, examining the Bible’s rich meaning behind the simple rule and how to model it in our day-to-day lives.

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“Do Unto Others” Study Guide: Loving Others Within and Beyond Our Walls

As we move through the Do Unto Others Kindness Campaign, we’ll live into an intentional season of growing in kindness towards our neighbors. This four-week study guide will explore the scriptural call to bless others, examining the Bible’s rich meaning behind the simple rule and how to model it in our day-to-day lives.

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“Do Unto Others” Study Guide: The Universal Experience of Fear

As we move through the Do Unto Others Kindness Campaign, we’ll live into an intentional season of growing in kindness towards our neighbors. This four-week study guide will explore the scriptural call to bless others, examining the Bible’s rich meaning behind the simple rule and how to model it in our day-to-day lives.

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“Do Unto Others” Study Guide: The Call of Abraham and Sarah

As we move through the Do Unto Others Kindness Campaign, we’ll live into an intentional season of growing in kindness towards our neighbors. This four-week study guide will explore the scriptural call to bless others, examining the Bible’s rich meaning behind the simple rule and how to model it in our day-to-day lives.

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You Are Loved! Meditations for Mental Health Month

Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time for each of us to be mindful of our own mental (and spiritual) wellness. Use these “You Are Loved” meditations to remember that you are a beloved child of God and “wonderfully made” in God’s image.

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