by Shelly | May 29, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
In Threes – How we understand our God Though the word trinity is not found in the scriptures, today’s second reading includes the apostolic greeting that begins the liturgy: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy...
by Shelly | May 20, 2026 | Easter Events, Sermons, Sunday Events
Breathing in God’s Spirit to share it out Pentecost derives its name from the Jewish festival celebrating the harvest and the giving of the law on Mount Sinai fifty days after Passover. Fifty days after Easter, we celebrate the Holy Spirit as God’s presence...
by Shelly | May 15, 2026 | Easter Events, Sermons, Sunday Events
Waiting for transformation In these days between Ascension and Pentecost, we gather with the disciples in the upper room, waiting for the Spirit to transform the church around the world. In today’s gospel Jesus prays for his followers and for their mission in his...
by Shelly | May 9, 2026 | Easter Events, Sermons, Sunday Events
Inviting all into God’s welcome through Jesus Jesus does not abandon his followers. Through the Holy Spirit, Jesus comes to abide with his disciples of every generation. As Pentecost draws near, we are reminded that the risen Christ dwells in us as the Spirit of...
by Office | May 3, 2026 | Easter Events, Sermons, Sunday Events
Inviting all into God’s welcome through Jesus 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 Jesus’ mission...
by Shelly | Apr 22, 2026 | Easter Events, Sermons, Sunday Events
Following the Shepherd 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....