The Broad View, April 2026

A note from the Pastor

“[Jesus] secures for us the true liberty of the children of God, in order that we might do all things out of love rather than out of fear” – Peter Abelard, Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans

​It’s hard to believe that Easter is already upon us! It feels like just last week everyone was sitting in different pews for the first time, ready to enter the Lenten journey together. Even as we have gone through a lot of different stories and events over these nearly 40 days, we will also encounter the highs and lows of Holy Week. As we do so, I encourage you to read the Passion accounts according to the various gospels. Notice what is similar and what is different. When do the various events occur? What color is the robe that the soldiers put on Jesus? What did Jesus say during the Last Supper with his disciples? Doing this can help us see the stories with new eyes. Noticing their differences and details can help to make the story new to us once again. Seeing this event with new eyes can help us to appreciate the intensity of the events and, therefore, the depth of love behind them. I grew up with an idea of an angry and wrathful God when it comes to the cross, as I know many have, yet this missed the point. To focus on the cross is ultimately to focus on love. Peter Abelard, a 12th -century theologian, is credited with an idea called moral influence, the idea that Jesus’ demonstration of love in his life, death, and resurrection is so powerful that it transforms our very selves. Because God loved us so deeply, we too are equipped to love more deeply. May we have fresh eyes to see the love of Jesus, and may we have fresh courage to live into that love together. Pastor Morgan 

ABC Sunday - April 5
Attendance Builds Community 
Please join us as we come together for Communion on ABC Sunday, the 1st Sunday of each month. You are an important part of this church family and attendance matters. ​

VIMS, April 20 @12 noon in Hodges Hall

This month we are delighted to welcome Grace Durham. Grace is from Spartanburg, SC and is in her final year of the occupational therapy program at Presbyterian College. As part of her graduation requirements, she will share a presentation and demonstration with our group: *How to safely get up after a fall *Knee and leg exercises designed to help you get out of a chair more easily *Exercises for upper arm strengthening *Exercises for improving balance. To make a reservation, call or text Lisa Megna, 864–923–5643, or call the church office, 864-833-0177. VIMS is open to seniors 55+ and retirees who are looking to have fun and fellowship with other members of our congregation and our community. Please come join us!