On sacraments and rites
Newly-ordained Molly Smerko reflects on the week shortly after her ordination that included presiding at a wedding, the Lord’s Table and a funeral.
Molly Smerko is a teaching elder in Raleigh, North Carolina. She finds joy in journeying with people through the joys and complexities of life. In her free time, you can find her painting, writing or throwing a tennis ball for her German shepherd Ginny. You can read more of her writing on herwebsite.
Newly-ordained Molly Smerko reflects on the week shortly after her ordination that included presiding at a wedding, the Lord’s Table and a funeral.
While wrestling with depression and a lack of clarity in her faith, Rev. Molly Smerko asks a friend, “How did you get unstuck?”. The resulting year of exploring spiritual practices has grounded her in a new way.
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