The book of Daniel is, without a doubt, one of the most unusual parts of the Bible. It is written in two different ancient languages (Hebrew and Aramaic). It tells some pretty famous “Sunday School” stories: Daniel is thrown into a lion’s den! And, at the same time, it records some of the wildest (and most unnerving) dreams in the Good Book.

After this I saw in the visions by night a fourth beast, terrifying and dreadful and exceedingly strong. It had great iron teeth and was devouring, breaking in pieces, and stamping what was left with its feet.  –Daniel 7:7

These famous stories and wild visions take place against the backdrop of the Babylonian exile—a time when many Hebrew people were carried off to live as slaves in a foreign land and faced the challenge of staying true their faith in a strange place.

Join us this winter as we think together about faithful living in challenging circumstances.

January 26, 2025                 
3rd Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21
Sermon: “They’re Only Chasing Safety”
Preacher: The Rev. Werner Ramirez

February 2, 2025                 
4th Sunday After Epiphany (Communion)
Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23
Sermon: “The Long View”
Preacher: The Rev Dr. Scott Black Johnston

February 9, 2025                 
5th Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30
Sermon: “Seven Times Hotter”
Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Scott Black Johnston

February 16, 2025           
6th Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Daniel 6:6-23
Sermon: “Hungry Lions”
Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Scott Black Johnston

February 23, 2025               
7th Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Daniel 7:1-14
Sermon: “God vs. Zilla”
Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Scott Black Johnston