Category: Sermon Summary

Kate’s sermon calls us to pay attention to the mysterious moments in life when God feels close—what she lovingly calls “woo-woo moments.” These are the times when something stirs deep in our souls, beyond words, like the disciples experienced at the Transfiguration. She reminds us that mountains have always been special places to meet God,

Doyt’s sermon reminds us that love is the foundation of how we should live and treat one another, especially in times of social and cultural upheaval. He begins by reflecting on the wisdom of ancient leaders like Zoroaster, Confucius, and Rabbi Hillel, who emphasized the importance of caring for our neighbors. However, their teachings on

Today’s sermon was preached within the context of an Instructed Eucharist service. We worship as acknowledgment that there is a God; that God is bigger than we are; that God made us, cares about us, and loves us; and so, in joy and gratitude, worship is the time-honored way of saying thank you. We worship

Lex’s sermon reminds us that in times of chaos and uncertainty, we need to return to the basics of our faith. He compares our struggles today to those described by the poet Yeats and experienced by the early church in Corinth. Just like Yeats wrote about a world falling apart, and Paul addressed the division

In this sermon on the occasion of the Annual Parish Meeting, Doyt reminds us that Epiphany is a place filled with the Holy Spirit; a spiritual home where people from all walks of life and over 65 zip codes come to find hope, healing, and community. Whether it’s through worship, pastoral care, or community offerings

In his sermon, Doyt encourages us to embrace the practice of “waiting for it,” trusting in God’s timing and framework, even when life feels uncertain or out of control. He contrasts our cultural tendencies, like Alexander Hamilton’s relentless drive to control and achieve, with Mary’s faithful patience at the wedding in Cana. When the wine

In today’s sermon, Kate invites us to reflect on the profound gift of baptism and the role it plays in our lives. She begins with a story about a backpacking trip with her son, where a broken water filter left them vulnerable and reminded them of how essential water is for survival. From this, she