“Universal Spirit”
May 14, 2012
“Universal Spirit”
Peter has a vision and discovers that, “truly God shows no partiality.” Are the lines of who’s in and who’s out simply human constructs? Are we blocking the Holy Spirit or withholding the baptismal waters despite God’s universal love and grace? Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“Abiding Love”
May 7, 2012
“Abiding Love”
What does it mean when we say we “love” someone or something? What kind of love do we have for God or for each other? What kind of love does God have for us? (I John 4:7-21; John 15:1-17) Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“The Bad Girls of the Bible”
April 30, 2012
“The Bad Girls of the Bible”
They are scandalized, demonized, put down and sometimes not even given names, but they have their own stories to tell and their own impact on our faith: they are the “Bad Girls of the Bible.” Hear the stories of Miriam, Bathsheba, Mary & Martha, and others in this pairing of scripture and reflections for our annual Women’s Celebration... [Read More]
“Dominion VS Stewardship”
April 23, 2012
“Dominion VS Stewardship”
Are we to hold dominion over creation, or are we tasked to be stewards - - to “till and keep” the garden? Why has it taken so long for American Christianity to take on the cause of environmental action? (Genesis 1:24-31; Psalm 8) Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“Render Unto Caesar”
April 16, 2012
“Render Unto Caesar”
A special sermon for “Tax Day” delivered by Deacon John Etter. What does scripture tells us about taxes and how do present day tax policies impact the poorest among us? Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“Is That The Cross?”
April 9, 2012
“Is That The Cross?”
A young boy sees a cross at a chapel: “Mommy is that the cross Jesus dies on?” Who’s to say it’s not? Here is the cross. Here is the resurrection. Here is the Living Christ. Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“Prepare the Way”
April 3, 2012
“Prepare the Way”
The unnamed woman scandalizes on-lookers as she breaks open a jar of expensive perfume. What’s this all about? She and Jesus know, and you can, too. Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“God’s Promises”
March 26, 2012
“God’s Promises”
God promises each one of us courage, forgiveness, grace, presence, and eternal life. We are freely given these gifts so that we can give them to others. (Jeremiah 31:27-34; Romans 8:28-39) Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“The Christian’s Job Description”
March 19, 2012
“The Christian’s Job Description”
“You call us into your church to accept the cost and joy of discipleship…” What does it require to be a Christian? What are the “costs and joys” of discipleship? (statement of Faith Series; Luke 6:20-31; Micah 6:6-8) Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
“Incarnation & Salvation”
March 14, 2012
“Incarnation & Salvation”
This second installment on the United Church of Christ Statement of Faith looks at the meaning of Jesus’ incarnation and how it relates to our salvation. (John 1:1-11) Podcast Powered By Podbean Read More →
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