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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

Words of Wonder: Sin

Date: March 6, 2022
Scripture: Luke 5:27-32
Preacher: Rev. Chris Dela Cruz

During the season of Lent, the pastors are doing a series called “Words of Wonder”—different theological words in the Christian tradition that come with some baggage. Words like “salvation” or “atonement.” Sometimes it’s because they seem so abstract; what could they possibly say to us in a time of COVID and war in Ukraine? With … read

Ash Wednesday Meditation

Date: March 2, 2022
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

On Monday, as the banners were created and as the stations of the cross were being hung, those of us in the sanctuary were happily surprised about the visual conversation between the two.  The black and gold play well against each other. But really, to appreciate the banners or the stations of the cross you … read

Sermon on Transfiguration Sunday

Date: February 27, 2022
Scripture: Luke 9:28-43a
Preacher: Rev. Beth Neel

This week, a familiar and unwelcomed feeling crept back into my heart: the feeling of powerlessness. When the pandemic started, and we suddenly shut down and stocked up on flour and feared what could happen, I felt so powerless to do anything to prevent this terrible virus from spreading, apart from staying home and wearing … read

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