by Shelly | May 4, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
Jesus’ assurance – There’s a place for all As we continue to celebrate the fifty days of Easter, today’s gospel includes Jesus’ promise that he goes to prepare a place for his followers in his Father’s house. Our baptism commissions us to share...
by Shelly | Apr 27, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
Jesus leads and tends us Today is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus is called the “gate” of the sheep in today’s gospel. The risen Christ opens the way to abundant life. He anoints our heads with oil and guides us beside the still waters of our baptism....
by Shelly | Apr 21, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
Seeing Jesus among us Today’s gospel begins with two disciples walking to Emmaus, overcome with sadness, loss, and disappointment. They had hoped Jesus, who was crucified, would be the one to redeem Israel! Yet the risen Christ walks with them and then opens their...
by Shelly | Apr 14, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
Faith overcomes doubt In today’s gospel the risen Christ appears to the disciples and offers them the gift of peace. Even amid doubts and questions, we experience the resurrection in our Sunday gathering around word and meal, and in our everyday lives. Throughout the...
by Shelly | Apr 6, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
Stone-moving power of God This is the day the Lord has made! Christ is risen, and through him all creation is made new! Indeed, “God shows no partiality” (Acts 10:34): Christ’s resurrection truly brings life to everyone. We sing hymns of praise, gather around sacred...
by Shelly | Mar 31, 2023 | Easter Events, Sermons
We follow a parodoxical Christ – glorified king and lowly servant Today, we encounter the paradox that defines our faith: Jesus Christ is glorified king and humiliated servant. We too are full of paradox: like Peter, we fervently desire to follow Christ, but...
