By the Grace of God
The sermon explores the concept of grace, highlighting its significance through the Apostle Paul's transformation from a persecutor to an apostle. It compares grace to the beauty of movement in dance and emphasizes God's support in overcoming life's falls. Ultimately, it illustrates how grace prompts genuine actions rooted in love and mercy.
The Presentation
When we come to altar rail, we bring our whole selves. In these tumultuous days, I'm bringing a flurry of emotions and asking the Holy Spirit to transform them so I can be about God's work of justice and peace in the world.
To Catch Us All
The sermon emphasizes the importance of deepening connections with others as a remedy against societal fractures. Using 1 Corinthians, it advocates practicing gratitude, fostering "I-Thou" relationships, and nurturing close bonds. By engaging with others meaningfully, we can strengthen our connections and embody God's love, ultimately countering isolation and dehumanization.
Common Cause
This sermon emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spirit in fostering a sense of commonality among believers for the greater good. It reflects on the decline of shared values and experiences in society while urging the Episcopal community to rekindle common cause through collective prayer and action, addressing social fragmentation with love and unity.
The Painting in Nazareth
A sermon about biblical role models, centering on a reflection of Joseph, my biblical role model as a parent.
The Dawn from on High
A sermon about the Song of Zechariah with a little help from The Lord of the Rings