faith, Jesus, and a conversation on the road
A sermon for the Second Sunday after Christmas, Matthew 2:13-15,19-23 One of the more interesting aspects of moving to Longview has been the realization that as much as I claim this town, as much as I share about its wonderful eccentricities and interesting history and challenging dynamics, as much as I have learned and understand … Continue reading not from here
A weekly Rector's Notes Article, December 30, 2019 I have never made a New Year Resolution before. I have (sometimes, likely not often enough) engaged in a very devoted Lenten Practice. I've made life changes based on events throughout my life, but I have never made a New Year Resolution. Perhaps it's the little bit … Continue reading resolution
A sermon for the First Sunday After Christmas, John 1:1-18 Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy … Continue reading light shine forth
A sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Advent “Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel,” which means, “God is with us.” “God is with us.” We prepare this final Sunday of Advent with the knowledge that God will be with us soon. We do so, not through … Continue reading o come, emmanuel
A sermon for the Third Sunday of Advent, Isaiah 35:1-10 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11 Psalm 146:4-9 I think it is easy at this point in time to start looking ahead. I know it is a temptation to hurry Advent along already and get to that joyous day we are building towards with Christmas. I’m already … Continue reading (it's still) advent
