We gather to worship the God who wants us to love the Holy One with our whole selves – mind, heart, soul and strength. It is only as we do so that we can have a faith that is our own. It is only as we have such an authentic faith that we can be empowered by The Spirit to reflect the light of God’s love for all the world – as did Thomas – as did John Wesley – as did the “saints” of your own experience.