by Shelly | Jan 26, 2023 | Sermons
Who are the blessed ones of God? For Micah, they are those who do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God. For Paul, they are the ones who find wisdom in the weakness of the cross. For Jesus, they are the poor, the meek, the merciful, the pure in heart, the...
by Shelly | Jan 19, 2023 | Sermons
The net of God’s grace Jesus begins his public ministry by calling fishers to leave their nets and follow him. In Jesus the kingdom of God has come near. We who have walked in darkness have seen a great light. We see this light most profoundly in the cross—as...
by Shelly | Jan 12, 2023 | Sermons
Annointing Spirit ilumines Jesus’ true nature Today’s gospel opens with reflection on Jesus’ baptism. He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world and the one anointed by the Spirit. In the liturgy we come and see Christ revealed among us in word...
by Shelly | Jan 24, 2022 | Sermons
Unlikely means God uses to show Glory The glory of God is often revealed when and where it is least expected. God uses our lips to declare that glory, inexperienced and hesitant though they may be. God uses our love to demonstrate that glory and so urges us to...
by Shelly | Jan 22, 2022 | Sermons
Jesus declares God’s promises are fulfilled in Him God’s glory is revealed in the reading of scripture. People stand at attention. People weep. People prostrate themselves in prayer. The unity of the church is another reflection of God’s glory. Most gloriously,...
