Sermons

God does not promise that the path of the disciple will be easy. Jesus declares his words may bring stark division. Even so, we need not be afraid for God accounts for each hair on our heads. Hagar was cast out by Abraham but not forgotten by God. We can remember though we may experience […]

This week, we get two glimpses of what discipleship looks like. In Genesis, Abraham and Sarah provide hospitality to three strangers and from there God’s wild promises and laughter show up. In our gospel story, Jesus, moved by compassion, invites the disciples into the work of discipleship beginning in that same place of compassion. In […]

More than a doctrine, the Trinity expresses the heart of our faith: we have experienced the God of creation made known in Jesus Christ and with us always through the Holy Spirit. We celebrate the mystery of the Holy Trinity in word and sacrament, as we profess the creed, and as we are sent into […]

In this Sunday’s readings as the risen Christ ascends into heaven – yes it is strange – the disciples were told to not gaze up into heaven to look for Jesus. We now find Jesus among us as we proclaim the word, share the feast and love our neighbor. Accompanying Scripture:Acts 1:6-14, Psalm 136, John […]

In this Easter season we are reminded that Christ abides in us and we are not alone. On this day we will reflect on the ways God breaks all of our rules to make sure our belovedness is included. God affirms all of who we are – not what is worth something in the wider […]

Jesus tells us he is going to prepare a place for us and he is the way. Contrary to what we might first think, this is not an exclusionary invitation but a wide welcome to God’s love, mercy and abundance. What do you think heaven is like? Perhaps a little crowded, full of folks that […]

Beloved is where we all begin – from the wiggly worm to the blue whale. On our good days and tough days and everything in between, we are called beloved. Come experience our loving Shepherd who leads us from death to life. Accompanying Scripture:Genesis 1:24-2:4a, Psalm 26, John 10:1-10 

Today’s gospel begins with two disciples walking to Emmaus, overcome with sadness, loss, and disappointment. They had hoped Jesus, who was crucified, would be the one to redeem Israel! Yet the risen Christ walks with them and then opens their eyes in the breaking of the bread. Each Sunday our hearts burn within us as […]

We all have doubt in something. We all experience locked doors. These often do not bring us peace.  Jesus says “Peace be with you” three times to his disciples. In our hussle of everyday life, we can find peace in the presence of Christ. (Vicar Michael Sonnenberg) Accompanying Scripture:Acts 2:14a, 22-32, Psalm 16, John 20:19-31 

Alleluia! Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! The tomb is empty – how can this be? May the good news of this story be that no matter how you arrive this Easter morning—whether you are steeped in grief, stunned in disbelief, or running in the direction of hope—resurrection is for you. This story […]