A sermon for the third Sunday after the Epiphany, Matthew 4:12-23 This season following the day of Epiphany is about cementing the personhood of Christ by clearly stating the divinity that he possesses. Thus, this whole season of the church is centered upon the act of recognition. It begins on the day of Epiphany with … Continue reading believing as Stephen
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not from here
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
light shine forth
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
Advent: Day by Day
A weekly Rector's Notes article, December 2, 2019 I'm writing my rector's notes this morning after working at the First Christian Severe Weather Shelter from 4am-morning close at 7:30am. It was certainly interesting to hold the thought of Advent, the "slow down & quiet", the "rest, connection, & preparation", that we have talked about through … Continue reading Advent: Day by Day
Slow down, quiet, it’s Advent
A Rector's Notes Article for Monday November 18, 2019 The First Sunday of Advent falls on December 1 this year, which is also the Sunday immediately following Thanksgiving. The way the calendar falls this year, it will be tempting to see the month of December as a sprint to the finish line of Christmas, especially … Continue reading Slow down, quiet, it’s Advent