Monthly Archives: July 2023

Meditation on Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Pastor Karen Crawford July 16, 2023 I took a walk around my garden yesterday, after the rain. And before the storm this morning! While the spring flowers and bulbs have finished, many of the summer flowers are blooming in vivid colors. Red roses, bee balm,Continue reading “We Are God’s Gardeners—and God’s Garden”

Meditation on Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Pastor Karen Crawford July 9, 2023 I made a stop at an optician’s office to buy new glasses this week, in between pastoral care visits and serving Home Communion. Still wearing my pink clergy shirt with a white collar, I stopped in to see JohnContinue reading “Rest!”

Meditation on Matthew 10:40-42 First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Pastor Karen Crawford July 2, 2023 Today, we had the joy of presenting an A.B. Lawrence Memorial Scholarship to Alyssa Hubbs, who has grown up in our congregation! I have seen her faith in action, and her loving, giving ways up close. I marvel at herContinue reading “Welcome!”