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Faith @ Home Daily- Monday, July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14

Today we hear the first part of the story of Rahab. This story is long enough that we will hear it all over two days! We don't know much about Rahab, other than her occupation as a prostitute and her role in helping the Israelites win the battle of Jericho. In our modern-day context, it's easy for us to judge or "write off" a woman like Rahab because of her profession. However, when we read Rahab's story, we discover just how much of a hero she is to the Israelites, and to her family. When we learn more about Rahab's story, we learn that there is more to the story than we assume.

We all have biases and make assumptions about people that prevent us from truly recognizing where God is revealed through them. As you explore Rahab's story, think about where God shows up in unexpected ways--and how you can overcome your own biases and assumptions, and listen to others' stories, too.


Watch- July 13, 2020

Watch- July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14 Watch the below video to learn more about Rahab. After watching the video, discuss these questions: Who was Rahab? What did you learn about Rahab by watching this video? What surprises you about Rah...
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Read- July 13, 2020

Read- July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14 Read the book Smoky Night by Eve Bunting (or, follow along with the read-aloud video below.) After reading the book, discuss these questions: What assumptions did Daniel and his family make about...
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Listen- July 13, 2020

Listen- July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14 Listen to "The New Neighbours" episode of the Sophie & Sebastian podcast. After listening to the podcast, discuss these questions: What new things did Sophie and Sebastian learn about their new neighbors?...
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Do- July 13, 2020

Do- July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14 Think of a person in your church, neighborhood, or community that you don't know very well. What might you learn about them if you hear their story? Find a way to get together with them and learn something new abou...
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Pray- July 13, 2020

Pray- July 13, 2020

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14 Pray this prayer together: Dear God, thank you for giving us the courage to learn about others from their stories. Thank you for giving us the courage to learn about Rahab and learn from her story. Help us listen...
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Kelly Nieman Anderson

The Rev. Kelly Nieman Anderson currently serves as the Director of Lighthouse Ecumenical Youth Ministries and the Pastor of two ELCA congregations in Wisconsin. Originally from Southeast Michigan, she now lives and serves near Port Washington, WI. Formerly a youth minister and Spanish teacher, Kelly is also a world-traveler, cat lover, and foodie who dreams of being a wonder woman someday.

Megan Floyd

Megan Floyd serves as the Children, Youth & Family Minister at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Portage, MI. In addition to her role in the congregation, she is the convenor for the North/West Lower Michigan Synod Youth Ministry Table, and the regional representative for synodical youth ministry leaders (SYMBOL), and the ELCA Youth Ministry Network. Megan has an MA from Luther Seminary, where she studied Children, Youth & Family Ministry. When Megan is not working, she loves taking walks, riding her bike, kayaking, and spending time with her family.

Heather Hansen

The Rev. Heather Hansen currently serves as the 1/2 time transitional pastor for Grace Lutheran Church in Bandera, TX and the 1/2 time transitional pastor for Lutheran Campus Ministries of San Antonio, TX. She has 23 years of experience as a youth minister/professor and loves writing faith formation curriculum for all ages.

Pastor Heather also serves as the Executive Director for Red Hawk Ranch; her developing non-profit organization for environmental education. She hopes to grow Red Hawk Ranch as a place to connect her theology of what God is up to in the world with her passion for caring for the earth.
Heather has lived in San Antonio for 42 years. She is married to Mark and loves hanging out with her two children Hannah and Alex, and the family zoo. She spends as much time as possible outdoors!

Victoria Hoppes

Victoria Hoppes is the Director of Youth and Children's Ministries at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has ministry experience with youth, family, and camping programs at both the parish and diocesan levels. She holds degrees from Texas Lutheran University and Luther Seminary. She also holds a certificate in Youth and Family Ministry from Forma’s certificate program. You can follow Victoria on social media (@vlhoppes).

Billie Jo Wicks

Billie Jo Wicks is an ordained Deacon in the ELCA, currently serving Christ the King Lutheran Church in Mankato, Minnesota. She is passionate about equipping families and individuals for faith formation and spiritual growth. Her master's degrees in education (University of Minnesota) and Children, Youth, and Family Ministry (Luther Seminary) guide her work almost as much as her own real-life experience as wife to Michael and mother to their 5 amazing kiddos.

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