Are You Ready for Matthew?

Are You Ready for Matthew?

We will preach through the Gospel of Matthew, following the Narrative Lectionary, beginning the weekend after Christmas (December 29/30). We’re calling the series “Finding Our Way.” The title was born out of three realities: The Gospel of Matthew...

Preparing to Light the Candle of Peace for Advent 2

This morning I was preparing for the upcoming week of Advent 2: The Candle of Peace. Our two main texts are Luke 1:68-79 and Luke 3:1-6. I was reminded of some work that I did in these texts the last time I preached through Luke. They are appropriate to repost here...
As You Commence

As You Commence

We are coming to the season when many young people will graduate from school. The ceremony is called Commencement. It means to begin; to start. That will be our theme in worship this weekend: Commence. The preaching text is Matthew 28:16-20. This passage is famously...
Overcome (by) Anxiety

Overcome (by) Anxiety

Do you ever feel overcome by anxiety? Are there things that keep you up at night with worry? We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with bad news. It is easy to believe that there is a life-threatening danger lurking around every corner. This week our...

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