Tag Archive: Sami Pack-Toner

Jun 10

“The trail magic we are missing” by Rev. Sami Pack-Toner

Have you ever experienced trail magic? This term often describes random acts of kindness offered to long-distance hikers. This kindness comes in numerous ways and is expected to follow leave no trace principles. Trail magic can be letters or care packages from home. It can also be from strangers. Many long-distance hikers report receiving a …

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Oct 04

It’s Here! “Our Watchful Waiting” Advent Curriculum 2021

“Our Watchful Waiting” is Intermountain Ministry’s first comprehensive Advent curriculum that will connect your children to the lectionary readings that are part of the traditional Advent observance, as well as suggestions for how you can get the whole church in on the fun! You can read a little about the materials below, or jump right …

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Sep 22

Stressed out just thinking about Advent planning? We are here to help…

Does thinking about Advent planning already just stress you out? If thinking about preparing for Advent already has you stressed out, don’t fear… Chaplain Sami Pack-Toner and Rev. Chris Haughee are here to help! For the last seven years, Chris has made object lessons available that coincide with the Advent readings for the liturgical readings. …

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Aug 16

Little lessons in empathy

“Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.”  -Jesus (Matt. 7:12) Our interactions with others are based on the internal narrative we believe about ourselves, our place in the world, and how others are going to …

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