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The Sacredness of Space

Date: May 8, 2022
Scripture: Exodus 3:1-6
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

This month I am preaching three times and offering a short series on sacredness: the sacredness of space this week; next week, the sacredness of music; and two weeks after that, the sacredness of people. We have so many exciting events this month—the dedication of the balcony pew cushions, Michael Barnes’ 30th anniversary at Westminster—that … read

One More Word

Date: April 24, 2022
Scripture: John 20:19-31
Preacher: Rev. Eileen Parfrey

Does God have a sense of humor? The platypus, Venus flytrap plants, and Oregon weather in the “spring” are strong indicators this may be true. Pastor Laurie alluded last week, during Joys and Concerns, to the old Church tradition of observing the Sunday after Easter as Holy Humor Sunday. The premise being, resurrection is God’s … read

The Aftermath of Miracles

Date: April 17, 2022
Scripture: Luke 24:1-12
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

When you’re grieving, grieving the loss of someone or something, the worst of the twenty-four hours in a day may be 4a.m.  You know what I mean – you wake up without having had a decent amount of sleep, it’s still dark out, and your mind is going in a thousand different directions, reliving memories, … read

Words of Wonder: Triumph

Date: April 10, 2022
Scripture: Luke 19:28-40
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

We’ve come to that part of the story of Jesus that’s known as “the triumphal entry into Jerusalem.” It’s really the story of Jesus entering the great city for the last time in his earthly life. It’s the story of his disciples still not getting it, calling Jesus “king.” It’s the story of different sorts … read

Words of Wonder: Atonement

Date: March 27, 2022
Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-34
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

When you’re a pastor, you get interesting junk mail. When I was in my first call, I was amazed at the things I didn’t know I needed: Clergy waders and weighted robes for immersion baptisms. A clerical cape to wear when doing outdoor services in the cold and rain. Home communion sets, with tiny cups … read

Words of Wonder: Salvation

Date: March 20, 2022
Scripture: Exodus 14:10-14, 21-22 and Luke 17:11-19
Preacher: Rev. Laurie Newman

I’ll bet you didn’t expect a sermon on salvation to begin with a reference to the old TV show Gilligan’s Island, but here you are. For those of us who grew up watching Gilligan’s Island every week, we remember the deserted island somewhere in the Pacific, with the Skipper; Gilligan; millionaires Mr. and Mrs. Thurston … read

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