By Pastor Bradley E. Schmeling The year after I graduated from seminary, I went to the Holy Land. The Old Testament professor and archeologist who led the trip used Palestinian travel services and hotels to support our trip. It opened my eyes to some of the deepest challenges that Palestinian...
ISAIAH: Action Over Inaction – Supporting Justice and Inclusivity
Amy Hinrichs interviews Kyle Anderson, chair of ISAIAH chapter At our recent ISAIAH training August 18, I asked Kyle Anderson....why join ISAIAH? “I was impressed by the energy of the people of Gloria Dei getting involved in the work to support Safe and Sick Time for St Paul. When I...
Gloria Dei Welcomes Dorcas and Her Family on Sunday, July 15
Saint Paul Reformation has provided sanctuary to Dorcas and her three children, Daniel (11), Elizabeth (8) and Deborah (6) since September, 2017. They came from the Southwestern Nigerian city of Ibadan, Oyo State, where Dorcas served as a teacher in a Christian school. They arrived in Houston, Texas, in March...
Gloria Dei Extends Its Commitment to Accompany Migrant Minors
At its June 19 meeting, the Congregation Council furthers its sanctuary support commitment made by the congregation in March, 2017.