New Habitat Re-Store
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati has just opened its newest ReStore, just outside of Loveland in northeastern Hamilton County. It is the sixth ReStore in the Cincinnati metropolitan area and is located at 10689 Loveland-Madeira Road. As you may know, Habitat's ReStores accepts donations of furniture, plumbing and lighting fixtures, lumber, and other building materials for resale at discounts to the public. The profits from the ReStores are used to help Habitat build more homes for families who hope to become first-time homeowners.
Connecting Through Food: Khalil’s Story
St. Barnabas parishioner, Khalil El-Chammas, taught us to make hummus and pita bread as part of our Red Door Kitchen a few weeks ago. Khalil grew up in Lebanon and shared with us about where he is from, his life, and his love of cooking.
The Way of the Cross
I love this cross. I got it in 2018 while on pilgrimage to the Holy Land with some of you. I remember walking the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus himself walked, and how our group stopped at each of the spots to pray together in the busy streets of the Old City.
Holy Week 2024
Holy Week is the most solemn and sacred time of the Christian year, when we are invited by our liturgical tradition to contemplate the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, death and resurrection.
Co-Creators with God
God loves to create and sees all created things as good. The Hebrew word used in this passage is “tov.” Tov means not only good, but something that is beautiful and has within it the possibility to create more of itself. Anything that produces life and contains the potential to create more life.
Meet Richard H. Davis
Richard (Dick) Davis and his wife Merrily have been a part of the fabric of St. Barnabas since 1983. Raising their family here, all three generations continue to share their time, talent, and treasure to shape the past, present, and future of St. Barnabas.
Blessing Upon Blessing
I love this picture. It was taken at our parish picnic this summer. I was asked to pray before we ate, as priests often are! And as I started praying, Maddie ran up to give me a hug. It was a real moment in time that captures how I feel about our life together at St. Barnabas.
Ash Wednesday at St. Barnabas
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the 40-day season of Lent where we seek to turn our hearts back to God in preparation for Easter.
Meet Ali and Matt
This week we feature two more Creators and Innovators who will inspire you. If you know someone who you think should be a part of this series highlighting all of the many gifts we have in our congregation, please feel free to nominate them here!
Meet Tim Zelek
Tim and his wife Betsy joined St. Barnabas 35 years ago and have been involved in so many projects and events in the life of this congregation. Their children, Anne and John, grew up at St. B and now Tim and Betsy enjoy sharing the great outdoors with their grandson.
Meet Scott and Kathy
In our third week of shining a spotlight on St. Barnabas members, we discover two people who have created safe spaces for people to work, play and live with each other.
Abundant Gifts
All the presents are unwrapped, decorations are going back to the basement and resolutions are in full swing. As the new year unfolds before us, I wonder….what gifts are waiting to be opened in 2024.
A New Happy Home: Old St. Barnabas organ relocated to St. Simon
All the presents are unwrapped, decorations are going back to the basement and resolutions are in full swing. As the new year unfolds before us, I wonder….what gifts are waiting to be opened in 2024.
Telling the Truth
Author and St. Barnabas parishioner, Louise Borden, has spent the last 33 years creating stories that feature ordinary people who do amazing things. A prolific children's book creative, Louise has published thirty-two books including some that have won awards or been translated into other languages.
Fully Restored
If you are around St. Barnabas during the week you may run into a quiet unassuming man wearing an In-n-Out Burger T-shirt who is busy fixing something on our unending to do list. This man is David Browe and he blesses us each week with his wisdom and Mr. Fix-it Skills. Since 2015, he has been the eyes and ears of Buildings and Grounds and the fearless leader of our Termites. His expertise, patience, and passion for restoring not only our space, but his treasured classic cars makes him a perfect candidate for our next Gallery Exhibit.
Every Family has a Story: Habitat Build 2023
Meet Carmen and Josephine. This mother and daughter will soon become Habitat
homeowners together. Josephine (mother) works at the University of Cincinnati. Carmen (daughter) has two daughters of her own. The youngest, Kamya (17), lives in the household and enjoys doing hair. Carmen describes her family as outgoing. They like to have fun together talking and really enjoy dancing.
Soul Collage
During the 2023 Women's Retreat, Rev. Jane invited everyone to explore their inner self through the practice of Soul Collage. This month, we are honored to offer the personal collages from women in our congregation on the Art Exhibit wall.
The St. Barnabas Endowment Fund: Questions Answered
The Endowment Committee is committed in assisting parishioners in making end of life giving decisions.