Why Storytelling Matters: Luke Soward's Story at Worshipful Wednesday

On December 10th, Worshipful Wednesday was a memorable evening of storytelling, and we are grateful for the way our church family gathered to listen, reflect, and be encouraged. Through their stories, we were reminded that God is at work in both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of our lives at First Presbyterian.

Our storytellers, Sherry Corden, Chuck Morris, Luke Sowards, Gary Anderson, Abby Prevost, and Katie Norrell, each shared brief reflections that spoke to growth, resilience, and the steady presence of God along the way. Together, their voices created a powerful picture of how faith is lived out across generations and experiences within our congregation.


Luke Sowards shared a thoughtful reflection on how faithfulness is often lived out not in big, dramatic moments, but in small, ordinary acts woven into already full lives. He described the pace and pressure of raising a family while working demanding healthcare jobs, and how he learned to stop waiting for “extra time” and instead offer God the small pieces he had. That shift helped him say yes to serving as a deacon, even when he felt unqualified and too busy, and showed him that small acts of hospitality, presence, and care can become meaningful ways God works through us. Luke’s story reminded us that God does not call the perfectly prepared, but meets us in our willingness, multiplies what we offer, and uses even simple faithfulness to bring blessing to others and to ourselves.


In the coming weeks, we will feature each storyteller’s reflection in our newsletter so that the wider congregation can continue to engage with these stories and the faith they reveal.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to those who shared so openly. We look forward to continuing this practice of storytelling and listening together.

Check out Luke Soward's story: