St. Matthias Episcopal Church Sermon Podcast

Warp Speed Jesus

Sun, 12 May 2013 13:58:53 -0500

The lesson of the Ascension is not a lesson in cosmology - it's a lesson in love.

The Armory

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:08:01 -0500

In his last story that goes with the 5:45 Lenten Program, the maid and the knight go into the world in the name of the Lord of the Castle.

The Guild Hall

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:31:38 -0500

In his fourth story that goes with the 5:45 Lenten Program, the maid and the knight take the second step.

The Audience Hall

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:03:57 -0600

In his third story that goes with the 5:45 Lenten Program, a maid learns about conversation with the Lord of the Castle.

Entering the Castle

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 15:28:45 -0600

In his second story that goes with the 5:45 Lenten Program, the knight surveys the area around the castle and the castle itself.

Approaching the Castle

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:07:11 -0600

In his first story that goes with the 5:45 Lenten Program, Fr. David tells the story of the knight first approaching the castle of renown.

Heartbreak and Hobbits

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:07:37 -0600

In this extemporaneous sermon, Fr. David responds to the shooting in Connecticut, drawing in themes from scripture and Middle Earth.

Awakened Compassion

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:37:33 -0500

In his encounter with the Syrophonecian woman, Jesus' compassion is awakened. If we are to live out our Christian belief within a civil society, our compassion must be awakened as well.

Quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger - Christian Civility

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:11:05 -0500

"there is nothing outside a person that by going in can defile, but the things that come out are what defile." Civility is a Gospel Mandate.

A Humane Humanity - Letter from Jesus - Good Friday 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:19:14 -0500

"I came to instill my divinity into humanity so that humanity might become humane."

Prisons of our own design - 3/18/12

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:20:37 -0500

It is not God who imprisons us, but ourselves in carefully-constructed prisons of our own design.

Surviving the Bubble - 2/5/12

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:25:33 -0600

Sermon for the Sunday of the St. Matthias Annual Meeting. Our society is coming out of a "church bubble" that started in the late forties. How do we deal with this new reality?

Come and See - 1/15/12

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:02:03 -0600

"Come and See." Faith is not just something we believe, but something active. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Jonathan Myrick Daniels showed us the price that is sometimes paid by an active faith.

Ralph the Christmas Rat - A Children's Story Sermon

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:00:17 -0600

Ralph just wanted to dance…
A Children's Story Sermon delivered at the Family Christmas Eve Service.

Spiritual, but not Religious?

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:07:45 -0600

What does someone mean when they say they are "Spiritual but not Religious?"

Nathan, the King, and the Unworthy Guest - A Story Sermon

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:16:30 -0500

A story sermon illustrating the Parable of the Wedding Guests from Matthew.

Hands. A Sermon on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 - 9/11/11

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:09:30 -0500

My sermon on the 10th anniversary of 9/11.

Peter the Falling Rock - 8/28/11

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:09:30 -0500

In the contrast between Peter as the "Rock" and as "Satan," we can see the entirely of our life as Christians.

Parable and Allegory: Listening with the Imagination - 6/10/11

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:27:02 -0500

In the Parable of the Sower and it's accompanying allegory, we see two different emphases on the same story. This is part of the richness of scripture and both can be informative for our lives as Christians.

The Creed "By Heart" - 06/19/11

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:21:00 -0500

When we look at the Nicene Creed, we are tempted to see it as a statement of intellectual affirmation, where it is really a poetic confirmation of how little we know.

Hearing in our own language - Pentecost

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 15:50:48 -0500

Language is the bearer of culture. That is why it is so important to note exactly how the gift of tongues worked on the day of Pentecost.

It's Greek to Paul - Speaking to Skeptics

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:10:23 -0500

Paul preaching at the Areopagus translates the Gospel into the language of Greek Philosophy. In order to reach the world today, we are called to emulate him and speak the language of the day. In our case, scientific skepticism.

Rapture: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - 5/22/11

Thu, 26 May 2011 14:02:37 -0500

When we look at the impact of end-time predictions, we of course can see what is wrong with them. But what do they get right?

What does Jesus save us from? - 4/24/11

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:23:44 -0500

What does Jesus' death and resurrection save us from? A wrathful God? Don't we have enough wrath of our own to need a savior?

Saving us from our own wrath - 4/17/11

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:21:27 -0500

While the difference between the triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the passion could be seen as disjunctive, what if they are a natural pairing in the cycle of human violence?

Them Bones - 4/10/11

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:19:48 -0500

In Ezekiel's visions of the dry bones of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse of how the afterlife might look like. We get an even better indication of how much God loves us.

Here's mud in your eye! - 4/3/11

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 12:06:48 -0500

In Jesus' unusual healing of the man blind from birth, we continue the theme of Jesus making himself known to those who are on the outside of society rather than those in power.

The "Bad" Samaritan - 3/27/11

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:05:51 -0500

In the Gospel from last week, the visit of Nicodemus, and the gospel from this week, the Samaritan Woman, we see a contrast of responses to Jesus. The world of the disciples is turned on it's head as Jesus chooses to reveal himself to one they would consider beneath his notice.

For God So Loved the World - 3/20/11

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:00:43 -0500

Outside the situation in Japan, The big story in religious circles this last week has been the release of the book “Love Wins: A book about heaven, hell, and the fate of every person” by Evangelical pastor Rob Bell. Bell's thoughts about the afterlife are nothing new, but they challenge us to think about how we speak the Gospel. A true proclamation is based in John 3:16. (The low sound at one point followed by laughter is a thunderclap with impeccable timing)

Nekkidness and Temptation - 3/13/11

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:01:07 -0500

The root of all our temptations is the same as those that we find in the creation account and in the temptation of Jesus. How do we deal with our sin?

Transfiguring our Lives - 3/6/11

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 14:36:51 -0600

"We long for that direct experience of God. But he Holy Spirit’s presence does not rely on our ability to perceive it, thanks be to God. Yes, the three disciples had a mountaintop experience, and these theophanies were part of being around Jesus. But in the approximate three years of Jesus’ active ministry, there were a lot more days of traveling dusty roads, begging for food, managing crowds and finding a place to sleep than exalted spiritual experiences."

How would Jesus legislate? - 2/27/11

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 13:40:11 -0600

"But if you have not thought about it, spend a minute on this. What WOULD Jesus do in Madison? This is important - we cannot partition off this part of our lives from the living God who sees and judges all, saying, “it’s just politics.” God does not allow politics to be held to a different standard. Part of the command to not fear is to constantly remember that we belong to Jesus’ kingdom, not to the kingdom of this world. "

Civil Unrest, Civil Discourse, and Turning the Other Cheek

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 14:14:51 -0600

As civil unrest continues in Madison, we are called as Christians to not only address the issues at stake, but the way in which we treat each other during disagreement.

Learning how to Fish - 1/23/11

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:43:15 -0600

How do we do Evangelism as Episcopalians? It's like learning to fish.

Baptism into Compassion - 01/09/11

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:45:34 -0600

Jesus' ministry following his baptism upsets all ideas of human power. Our own baptisms are meant to do that as well.

Bennie the Loud-Braying Donkey

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:43:46 -0600

A Children's Sermon for Christmas Eve. I believe I may change the name of the donkey a couple of times in the story. Sorry for that!

Why Joseph's Genes Matter - 12/19/10

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:11:12 -0600

The Genealogy of Joseph in the Gospel of Matthew shows us how God uses the most unlikely people to bring about redemption.

Failed Expectations - 12/12/10

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:02:45 -0600

John questions whether Jesus is the messiah. Seems strange, considering he heard a voice from heaven proclaiming him as such. It has to do with John's failed expectations.

The Eyes of God - 12/5/10

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:00:56 -0600

God looks at us simultaneously with both Judgement and Mercy. Both need to be taken into consideration when examining our consciences during Advent.

Prepare Positively - A Homily for Advent 1 11/28/10

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 15:00:25 -0600

A homily for Advent 1. We are called to prepare. Choose a step to take during Advent one, and make it one that can be achieved.

That we may be one - 11/14/10

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:52:40 -0600

A reflection on David's recent service as a deputy to the National Council of Churches and Isaiah's prophecy that God is making all things new. Delivered without notes.

Hate is not an option - 10/24/10

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 10:23:00 -0500

As we pass the 12th anniversary of Matthew Shephard's death, we face a new wave of violence and bullying that is leading to the death of teenagers. Hate is a subtle and pernicious thing. When we talk about people of any group as "The Other" or label them as threats to our way of life, we give our children permission to hate. Hate is simply not an option for those who follow Jesus.

How do we respond to hate? - 9/12/10

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:03:52 -0500

As we pass the 9th anniversary of 9/11 and narrowly avoid a Koran-burning, we need to ask ourselves how we continue to react to the pain of that day in 2001.

Jesus' Family Values - 9/5/10

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:03:26 -0500

Jesus says in the Gospel today to hate your parents, wife and siblings. What is he getting at?

True Religion - 8/29/10

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:29:17 -0500

In the collect for the day, we hear "increase in us true religion." What do we mean by true religion?

Absolving the Scapegoat - 8/22/10

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:51:56 -0500

In the story of Jesus restoring the bent-over woman, Jesus demonstrates his compassion by removing her social stigma. Jesus calls us to search ourselves and our society for the places where we are denigrating others to boost our ego and secuirty. Is it possible that Muslims are our current scapegoats? Recent events and studies suggest so.

Not Peace but a Sword - 08/15/10

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:49:46 -0500

As Ann Rice's recent renunciation of Christianity on Facebook indicates, people often assume that a religion built around Christ's teachings should be a place of peace and unity, but Jesus' own words in the Gospel today tells us otherwise.

Christian Enjoyment - 8/8/10

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:34:06 -0500

Jesus tells us that we are meant to live for today - to have true enjoyment of the gifts of God by sharing them with others.

It's Not Ours - 8/1/10

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:34:17 -0500

In the parable of the Rich Fool, we are to take comfort in the truth that we are not ultimately in control.

Thy Kingdom Come - 7/25/10

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:10:20 -0500

Paying attention to the Lord's Prayer makes us aware that Christianity is not just about me and my relationship with God, but also about us and OUR relationship to God and each other.

Hospitality and Listening - 7/18/10

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:04:08 -0500

In the story of Mary and Martha, we see Mary providing true hospitality by responding to Jesus' actual needs. We must be about the same task in the church and in our lives.

Compassion for All - 6/6/10

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:54:06 -0500

Although God does seem to have a preference for the poor, Jesus will always turn aside to have compassion on us, no matter what our means are.

It's not YOUR Creed - Trinity Sunday 5/30/10

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:04:27 -0500

Although the doctrine of the Trinity as articulated in the Nicene Creed seems to cause people problems, it does not have to be so. We need to look at the creed as praise to the mystery of God rather than as a scientific statement of objective fact.

Moving from "Join us" to Jesus - 5/02/10

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:43:06 -0500

Worrying about Membership assumes that everyone thinks the Church is something worthy of membership. If we are to reach the younger generations, we have to convince them of that, and the way we do that is to show them Jesus.

Why I Believe in the Resurrection - Easter 4/4/10

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:35:46 -0500

Why do I believe in the Resurrection? Here's my answer...

Jesus Tempted - 2/21/10

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:58:03 -0600

On this first Sunday of Lent, we hear the story of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. His temptations are archetypes for the temptations we all face. There are traditional Lenten disciplines that help us remember who we really are - the beloved children of God.

Hold onto the Glory - 2/14/10

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:50:36 -0600

We are ready to enter into the season of Lent. This Sunday, we hear the story of the transfiguration. Hold onto the glory of this Gospel to help us see lent in a different way.

Catching People - 2/7/10

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:59:10 -0600

Jesus tells the disciples they will be "Catching people." What does that mean for us?

What is the mission of the Church? A State of the Parish address.

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:29:13 -0600

What is the mission of a church? While statistical indicators are good for us this past year, the real question is, "How well are we following the mission as set forth by Jesus?" A State of the Parish address for 2009.

Rebuilding A Cathedral of Compassion

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:24:06 -0600

The Episcopal Church of today is not the church of power and influence it was a generation ago. This is a natural consequence of the Church beginning to see the Gospel as something that requires us to take positions on issues of human rights. We are still in the process of rebuilding who we are.

The Wedding at Cana and Haiti - Where is God's abundance?

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:44:41 -0600

When we read of the overflowing abundance of God in the Epiphany miracles, how does that square with great tragedy in the world?

Why Christian giving has nothing to do with charity - 11/08/09

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:03:53 -0600

Christian giving is designed to change us, not the cause we give to.

Hebrews: What is it that Jesus has done? - 10/25/09

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:07:41 -0600

The Letter to the Hebrews is an exploration of how Jesus' life, death, resurrection and ascension takes away our sin.

Job and the Whirlwind - 10/18/09

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:12:06 -0600

The book of Job is not only about the question of why bad things happen to good people, but is an important corrective to the idea that humanity is the center of the universe. After understanding his place in the wonder of creation, Job becomes a more generous, loving and kind person.

Security, Certitude and Perfection - 10/11/09

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:31:22 -0500

Theologian Paul Tillich writes that there are three basic human desires, Security, Certitude and Perfection. To desire them is human, to pursue them can become demonic.

Not Ignoring Divorce - 10/4/09

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:31:41 -0500

Jesus' criticism of the then-current divorce practices does not set aside one legalistic code to create another, but neither should we allow ourselves to be blind to the spiritual problems of modern divorce.

No Stumbling Blocks! - 9/27/09

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:43:20 -0500

Jesus warns his disciples sternly about adding on requirements to the faith that might cause some to reject it. In a culture where Christianity is so ingrained, it is important that we heed this warning.

The Woman of Valor - 9/20/09

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:58:56 -0500

The woman of valor from Proverbs is a powerful counterpoint to the loud voices often heard about the "place of women" in the church.

Religion of Hope or Fear? - 9/13/09

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:09:56 -0500

As religious people, how do we see the world? Do we see it primarily in terms of hope or fear?

God's Preference - 9/6/09

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:31:00 -0500

God loves all equally, but if you pay attention to the Bible, he does appear to have a preference.

Be Doers of the Word - 8/30/09

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:15:01 -0500

James encourages us to be doers of the word. We are given an opportunity this fall by hosting again the Temporary Overflow shelter for Homeless men.

How we should fight - 8/9/09

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:34:53 -0500

An example from the life of civil rights martyr Jonathan Myrick Daniels illustrates how conflict should be handled by Christians.

Follow the Shoe! - 8/2/09

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:32:24 -0500

The crowds don't get Jesus, they ask for signs when the point is Jesus and the relationship he offers.

The Legislative Church - 07/19/09

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:07:09 -0500

At our church's General Convention, I experienced a hopefulness that we are finally getting over our penchant for running the church through legislation and working to heal the liberal/conservative divide. As Paul said in Ephesisans, there is no place for hostility between us.

God is bringing everything to completion - 5/24/09

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:53:15 -0500

In the Ascension and the calling of Matthias we see that God is always taking our failings and mistakes and bringing them to completion.

Suprised by Equality - 5/17/09

Tue, 19 May 2009 12:35:07 -0500

Peter and his Jewish Christian companions are surprised by the equal outpouring of the spirit on the Gentiles. And we continue to be surprised that we are not as egalitarian as God.

A name that shall never be cut off - 5/10/09

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:04:06 -0500

A story sermon based on the story of the Ethiopian Eunuch.

One Shepherd, One Flock - 5/3/09

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:40:33 -0500

A reflection on Christian Unity.

Why I believe in the Ressurection - Easter 2 B 4/12/09

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:50:41 -0500

Why I believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Choose your story - Easter Sunday 4/12/09

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:55:14 -0500

As J.R.R. Tolkien once put it, the Christian Story is the ultimate one. Which story do you live your life by?

Why does God suffer today? - Good Friday 4/10/09

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:54:01 -0500

What role does suffering have? Christianity does not have a pat answer, but Jesus shows us that God chooses to suffer with us.

Wrath is in us, not God - 3/29/09

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:17:52 -0500

In one atonement theory based in Julian of Norwich, Jesus death is to satisfy our wrath, not God's honor. Following this thought, we must work to give up our wrath so that we can live fully into Christ.

Intention is the point - 3/15/09

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:03:20 -0500

We often become obsessed with either form or feeling in our prayer lives, but it is intention that counts.

"Get Behind me Satan" - 3/8/09

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:10:25 -0500

There is wrath in spiritual forces of evil but a greater wrath in us. If we can learn to admit this and deal with it realistically, our relationship with God will be strengthened.

Going into the desert - 3/1/09

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:17:07 -0600

In order to discern and confront temptation, we have to find the stillness of the desert somewhere in our life.

Now is the acceptable time - Ash Wednesday 2/25/09

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:16:03 -0600

Now is the acceptable time - Easter is our celebration of the wedding between Christ and the Church and we must prepare.

Our separateness is only a dream - 2/22/09

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:26:58 -0600

Our separateness is only a dream - we are all interconnected to one another, the communion of saints, and God.

Compassion trumps all - 2/15/09

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:16:25 -0600

Compassion trumps all - even in Jesus' ministry. We are called to be compassionate at inopportune times to others and to ourselves.

Why is there Suffering? 2/8/09

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:39:55 -0600

Why does God allow suffering? There is no complete answer, but we can catch glimpses.

Sermon for Pentecost 26 A 11/9/08

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:21:37 -0600

Keep awake! (Not just during sermons...)

Sermon for All Saints 11/2/08

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:20:12 -0600

A story sermon for All Saints Day.

Sermon for Pentecost 25 A 10/26/08

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:19:32 -0600

On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.

Sermon for Pentecost 24 A 10/19/08

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:17:31 -0600

Render unto Caesar what belongs to Caesar.

Sermon for Pentecost 23 A 10/12/08

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:12:26 -0500

A story sermon on the parable of the wedding banquet.

Sermon for Pentecost 21 A 10/5/08

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:44:29 -0500

The first commandment tells us we are to have nothing that separates us from God. This even extends to our participation in our political processes. We are to participate and to take into account our faith in our decisions.

Sermon for Pentecost 20 A 9/28/08

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:53:13 -0500

We are called to reflect the abundance showered on us by a gracious God.

Sermon for Pentecost 19 A 9/21/08

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:51:39 -0500

Do we really want a fair God?

Sermon for Pentecost 18 A 9/14/08

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:50:29 -0500

God calls us to forgiveness - reconciliation may take more work.

Sermon for Pentecost 17 A 8/31/08

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:13:00 -0500

Peter goes from being "The Rock" to "Satan" within just a few verses of the Gospel of Matthew. What does this mean?

Sermon for Pentecost 15 A 8/24/08

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:57:47 -0500

In the Gospel Today, Jesus gives to the church the authority to bind and loose - an important and ancient tool for discerning the application of scripture.

Sermon for Pentecost 14 A 8/17/08

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:45:05 -0500

“It is not fair to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs.”
Pretty harsh words from Jesus in the Gospel this morning.

Sermon for Pentecost 13 A 8/10/08

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:43:31 -0500

"Storms" are a normal part of Christian community. The real test is how we deal with them.

Sermon for Pentecost 10 A 7/13/08

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:38:37 -0500

The Rev. John Crosswaite's first sermon as a newly-received Episcopal Priest.

Sermon for Pentecost 9 A 7/6/08

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:36:59 -0500

"Abraham Lincoln, as he looked out south across the battlefields and graveyards of the Civil War, somehow had an instinctive understanding of these Christian principles as applied to American government – perhaps a better understanding than most Christian clergy of the time."

Sermon for Pentecost 7 A 6/29/08

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:15:54 -0500

The story of the binding of Isaac is difficult for us, but it points to how vulnerable God has chosen to be in his loving us.

Sermon for Pentecost 6 A 6/22/08

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:31:15 -0500

Conflict in the church is normal. It simply reflects the importance of religion in our lives. The real question is not "should we have conflict?" but "how do we deal with conflict in a Christian way?"

Sermon for Pentecost 5 A 6/15/08

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:28:04 -0500

What is extraordinary about the Apostles is not who they are, but who they follow, and that they continue to follow him despite their misgivings.

Sermon for Pentecost 4 A 6/08/08

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:25:07 -0500

Jesus said to Matthew the Tax Collector, “Follow Me.” May we who follow Jesus imitate him in the way we build up his family.

Sermon for Pentecost 3 A 6/01/08

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:22:17 -0500

Flee from certainty! We are meant to be uncertain, but we are not meant to be anxious. We are to put our trust not in our own powers, nor in human institutions, but only in God.

Sermon for Pentecost 2 A 5/25/08

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:53:56 -0500

Anxiety can lead us away from God. How do we deal with anxiety in a Christian way?

Sermon for Trinty Sunday A 5/18/08

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:52:32 -0500

The Nicene Creed is a song of praise to God.

Sermon for Pentecost A 5/11/08

Thu, 15 May 2008 15:18:27 -0500

When the Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost, it does so in all of the languages of the multiple cultures represented.

Sermon for Easter 7 A 5/4/08

Tue, 06 May 2008 13:36:48 -0500

The point of the ascension is not which way Jesus went, but who Jesus is.

Sermon for Easter 6 A 4/27/08

Fri, 02 May 2008 11:59:32 -0500

Paul's preaching in the Areopagus gives us an example of adjusting our philosophical language to spread the Gospel. In today's world, we must address the philosophical models of modern science.

Sermon for Easter 5 A 4/20/08

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:10:37 -0500

“In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?”

Sermon for Easter 3 A 4/6/08

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:09:45 -0500

Since the day of the Resurrection, Jesus has primarily made himself known in the breaking of the bread.

Sermon for Easter 2 A 3/30/08

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:08:05 -0500

Thomas wasn't there.....

Sermon for Easter Sunday 3/23/08

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:47:48 -0500

C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien looked upon the Christian myth as the historically true one that encompassed all of the others. Live into the story and allow it's message to form you.

Homily for Palm Sunday, A 03/16/08

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:45:48 -0500

Use the services of Holy Week to walk through the story of Jesus.

Sermon for Lent 5 A 3/9/08

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:05:38 -0500

When Jesus arrives after the death of Lazarus, Mary and Martha use the same words, but with a very different reaction from Jesus.

Sermon for Lent 4 A 3/2/08

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:56:38 -0600

It is human nature to Judge others. In the Gospel readings from the last few weeks, Jesus shatters many of his Disciples' religious expectations and shows that what God judges to be good is not necessarily what we judge to be good.

Sermon for Lent 3 A 2/24/08

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:25:49 -0600

Sermon for Lent 2 A 2/17/08

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:13:14 -0600

Sermon for Lent 1 A 2/10/08

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:53:49 -0600

Sermon for Last Epiphany A 2/03/08

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:53:24 -0600

Sermon for Epiphany 3 A 1/27/08

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:52:44 -0600