In this Pentecost sermon, SPDR Director Rev. Libby Janes reflects on how the Holy Spirit enables people not merely to hear words but to truly understand one another across cultures, languages, and experiences. Drawing on personal stories of international friendships, seminary life, and worship, she emphasizes that the language of faith is ultimately the language of love—a love that calls us to listen deeply, honor the languages and stories of others, and embrace the “disturbing certainty of hope” that God is at work bringing diverse people together in Christ.

Watch the original video from Covenant's website here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es62KWMTqF4

In this episode of Sunspots, Mary Megan Schnittger, Director of Youth Ministry at Northwoods Presbyterian Church In Houston and Travis Dunmire, 2026 Synod Youth Workshop Planning Team member, share their experiences with Synod Youth Workshop, the beloved summer youth event held at the University of Tulsa. Together, they reflect on the life-changing impact of small groups, youth-led worship, lifelong friendships, and the joyful spirit that makes SYW feel like “a little slice of heaven.” Travis also gives listeners an inside look at serving on this year’s Planning Team, helping shape the camp’s Star Wars-inspired theme, “May the Lord Be With You,” while discussing how the conference has deepened his faith and leadership journey.

What does it look like to “love your neighbors” in the immigrant community here in our Synod? Listen in as Kristy Rodgers visits with community organizers, Sandra Avalos Araiza and Angee Andrade, as well as Rev. George Mason and Commissioned Pastor Armel Crocker about the ongoing efforts to support the immigrant community at the ICE facility in Dallas. There are also things you can do to prepare your congregation and community to assist our brothers and sisters in Christ facing fearful and challenging times.

Please also check out the links for more helpful information!

@lacolectivantx on Instagram - Grassroots community organizing providing collective care & on-the-ground mutual-aid for families separated by ICE at the Dallas field office. https://www.instagram.com/lacolectivantx

https://givebutter.com/dtxbridge - Funding that will support community members in need of financial assistance for immediate needs after separation from ICE at local Field Office.

https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/O7B6E6Y/ - Field office support to feed those who show up to their appointments without having had any breakfast. A quick bite to stabilize blood sugar has made a huge difference to folks. However, many of the volunteers don't have the time or resources to show up each morning with food for everyone. This is how you can help us out!

https://tinyurl.com/25c8zkd9 - Dallas Respite Center Interest Form

https://www.cleardfw.org

https://faithcommons.org

https://afsc.org