Podcast: FLC Sermons
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Third Sunday of Easter
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…
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Second Sunday of Easter
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
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Palm to Passion Sunday
Today, we encounter the paradox that defines our faith: Jesus Christ is glorified king and humiliated servant. We too are full of paradox: like Peter, we fervently desire to follow Christ, but find ourselves afraid, denying God. We wave palms in celebration today as Christ comes into our midst, and we follow with trepidation as…
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Fifth Sunday in Lent
Death is not the end all, be all. The death of a loved one may sting but there is hope in the resurrection. Lazarus and Jesus walked among their people after being dead. Not sure we all will have that same experience but do know that Jesus’ love for us provides each of us a place with…
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Fourth Sunday in Lent
In this gospel, Jesus proclaims blindness is not sinful. All are created in the beloved image of God without limitations or ability and we need each other to be whole. Come hear the story of acceptance and be reminded of your place in God’s community. Pastor CJ shared a sermon this week written by Rev.…
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Third Sunday in Lent
What are you thirsty for? In our gospel for this week, Jesus offers an unnamed woman who has been ostracized living water and the whole community is transformed through her testimony. We too are invited to come and see Jesus – in the Word, in the meal, in the waters of baptism and in one another. Accompanying…
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Second Sunday in Lent
We are in good company this week dear church. No question is off limits. No time of day or night is taboo. Like Nicodemus – we can continue to ask ‘how can this be?‘ trusting that our faith comes not from our own understanding but from God’s great love for us. Accompanying Scripture:Genesis 12:1-4a, Psalm 121, John…
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Ash Wednesday
Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return. Tonight we begin our Lenten journey to Easter beginning with this ancient ritual of marking our forehead with ashes. While it may feel morbid, perhaps it is also an invitation to take stock of what really matters- what is really worthy of our time and efforts.…
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Grappling With Questions About Trusting God
Is God really with us? Will God provide enough food or a warm place to sleep? How do we know that God is trustworthy? Those questions can be hard to fathom for some but easy to relate for others. The good news of the Gospel says that God is trustworthy and we can put all our joys, burdens…
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Transfiguration of our Lord
Today we conclude the season by celebrating the Transfiguration of our Lord, when Jesus went up a mountain and showed himself to be divine. Then next Wednesday we observe Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, as Jesus walks up another mountain and shows himself to be human. In the mystery of intertwined divinity and humanity…