A Sermon by Jenny Koops
The sheepfold stands in contrast to the reality in which we live, where we
are told that we cannot rest, because there isn’t and never will be enough,
that we must always keep working for more and more and more. But the
sheepfold is a place of rest that God is calling us to, to lie down in green
pastures as we read in psalm 23, and taking time to rest in our physical
sacred spaces like the one we are in today, helps not only reinvigorate us
to go back out into the world to share and invite others into God’s abundance, but also to center us in God’s love so that we may hear and
know God’s voice when we are called.
Sermon Honoring Harriet Tubman
Who are you in spite of, or because of your fragility? from your weakness what are you being called to do? Are you stagnant in your comfort and ease? The work of justice does not wait for us to be perfectly healthy, well, and stable. Sometimes it simply calls us to ask questions, search for what is right, and knock on doors of possibility. The true legacy of Harriett Tubman is not what she overcame, but what she dared do in the face of all that plagued her body and attempted to squash her spirit. Fragility and discomfort are no longer acceptable excuses for complacency.
Transformed by Worship, to Transform the World
A sermon by the Rev. Chelsea Stanton:
“…it’s up to us to decide who we want to be in the future. Do we want to be a community where only one kind of person fits? Where we uphold traditions that were invented to exclude and abuse? Or a place where everyone can feel welcome? I think it’s not a stretch to say we would all say the latter. Now we need to work to make it real. That’s how we will be holy. That’s how we take our mountaintop experiences in worship and move them into real life.”
Unexpected Prophets
Do you know anyone you consider to be a prophet in your life? Someone who speaks with the voice of God in your life? Someone who speaks the voice of truth to you in your life? Or perhaps you have experienced a prophetic moment in your life. Today’s Gospel begs the question: From whom are we willing to recognize and accept prophecy? Recognize and accept the voice of God in our lives?
A Sermon by the Right Reverend Craig Loya
Sunday, February 5th 2023 Saint John the Evangelist Episcopal Church https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNFf0ggi0FM
Honoring Florence Li Tim-Oi
Each of us can hardly know how saying “Yes” to the Spirit’s beckoning will play out. If the Spirit does not seem to be beckoning and calling you, I say pray more, discern deeper, listen harder. I’m fairly certain the Spirit is calling you. Maybe you’re in a situation like how Li Tim-Oi described herself, “Being naughty, and not wanting to listen.”
Christmas Day Sermon by the Rev. Marc Landeweer
Focus: To celebrate that Jesus became Flesh! Function: to inspire deeper response to the incarnation. Let the words of our mouths, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, our strength, and our redeemer. AMEN… Today is Christmas, and Today we will explore the meaning of Christmas. Of all the […]
Are You the One?
We know that Jesus wants us to follow in his example. We may not be able to miraculously restore sight to the blind, but we can restore communities! We can bring good news of liberation to people who are poor in money and those who are poor in love and acceptance. We can recognize the places we are poor in compassion and generosity and learn from those who would teach us a better way.
Where Are You in the Story?
Maria Stewart never let being told NO keep her from getting to YES. CAN’T did not seem a part of her vocabulary. She knew she was a servant of the Lord with a story to tell, with a contribution to make, and would allow nothing to stand in her way. Imagine the physical, emotional, and mental toll she endured during those dark and lonely times. I wonder how the stress manifested in her body and mind. I’m sure prayer was her constant companion.
Sermon by Jayan Koshy
A sermon by guest preacher Jayan Koshy on Sunday, August 7th, 2022.
