Sermon September 5, 2021

James 2:1-17 “Just Mercy” September 5, 2021 If you have little use for high-falutin’ language and theoretical ideas that involve peeling off multiple layers – like a partially decomposed onion – before you get to the good stuff, then James is your man.  His letter is...

Sermon August 22, 2021

Ephesians 6:10-20 “Gearing Up” August 22, 2021 Uniforms – military, law enforcement, waitress, judge, cafeteria worker, flight attendant, school child.  Be it a shield, a helmet, camo, an apron, a robe, a hairnet, a coordinated outfit or a jumper and blouse, what...

Midweek prayer

A new normal…that’s what we are supposedly experiencing right now, Holy One.  For all the yearning to have things be the way they were, we know that the “old normal” was not so great for lots of folks.  In light of all the world has gone...

Midweek prayer

A new month that will usher in a season of change has arrived.  In the midst of the arrival of fall colors in our part of the world, may we recognize that we have within us the ability to alter our paths, Creator God.  We can strive to listen more, offer gratitude...

Midweek prayer

Sometimes the hurt of the world seems overwhelming, Almighty God. Our sisters and brothers in Haiti are once again devastated and struggling. Our brothers and sisters in Afghanistan are desperate and terrified. Around the globe and even here in our small town, COVID...