by Shelly | Jul 12, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Finding rest and strength in Christ God’s word is like the rain that waters the earth and brings forth vegetation. It is also like the sower who scatters seed indiscriminately. Our lives are like seeds sown in the earth. Even from what appears to be little, dormant,...
by Shelly | Jul 2, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Finding rest and strength in Christ The mystery of God’s ways is sometimes hidden from the wise and intelligent. The prophet describes an everlasting realm that contrasts with earthly nations, one marked by peace, humility, and freedom. Jesus associates with those...
by Shelly | Jun 26, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Sharing a baptismal mission The welcome of baptism is for all God’s children. This baptismal gift sets us free from the power of sin and death. In today’s gospel, Christ promises that the disciple who gives a cup of cold water to the little ones serves Christ himself....
by Shelly | Jun 18, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Do not be afraid in trials God does not promise that the path of the disciple will be easy. Jeremiah feels the pain of rejection from those who do not want to hear what he has to say. Jesus declares that his words may bring stark division. Even so, we need not be...
by Shelly | Jun 10, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Called to bring the kin-dom of God Moses tells the Israelites that they are called to be a priestly kingdom and a holy people. Jesus sends out the disciples as laborers into the harvest. In baptism we too are anointed for ministry, sharing God’s compassion with our...
by Shelly | Jun 4, 2026 | Sermons, Sunday Events
Jesus hanging and healing those on the margins Though Jesus was a devout Jew who practiced his faith, he was criticized for eating with tax collectors and sinners—the religiously nonobservant. Jesus criticizes the self-righteous and reminds us that mercy is to be at...
