Rev. Dr. Steve Fitzgerald

Drawing from Richard Rohr’s *Things Hidden*, this reflection explores God’s desire for a willing, intimate friendship with humanity. It traces our spiritual journey from tribal thinking to individual awareness and, ultimately, unitive consciousness—where faith gives us the patience to embrace mystery, hope allows us to live without certainty, and both lead us toward the true goal: love.

A reflection on the difference between fleeting happiness and lasting, Christ-centered joy. Even in the midst of grief and loss, we are reminded that true joy is found in community—walking alongside one another in love, faith, and solidarity. Through life’s hardest moments, God continues to work, bringing transformation, unity, and hope.

Resurrection is both the promise of life after death and the daily renewal we experience through Christ. It is rising from the burdens of sin and brokenness into healing, hope, and purpose. As we journey through life, God continues to restore us, helping us stand, grow, and find strength even in pain.