Psalm 33:1-12 • Genesis 12:1-9 • Romans 4:13-25 • Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 We are in the early weeks of Ordinary Time, where our focus is on our being, behavior, and actions as disciples of Jesus Christ. As followers of Jesus, we live by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord, so it … Continue reading "Sermon for June 11, 2023 – Proper 5" Read the article
Psalm 8:1-9 • Genesis 1:1-2:4a • 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 • Matthew 28:16-20 This week’s theme is beginning and ending with the Trinity. The call to worship Psalm points to the majesty of the Triune God’s glory declared in creation along with the exalted status of humans within it. The Old Testament reading revisits the classic … Continue reading "Sermon for June 4, 2023 – Trinity Sunday" Read the article
This month’s Church Hack demonstrates the importance of developing an annual church calendar and budget to ensure that the congregation’s resources, time, and money are being invested in alignment with the church’s mission and values. Follow this link to read the full Church Hack: 2023-CH4-Planning-Budgeting.pdf (gci.org) Read the article
The importance of debriefing after a Love Avenue event. By Ceeja Malmkar, Love Avenue Champion, Grace Communion Surrey Hills, OK I’ve enjoyed event planning for as long as I can remember. As Jesus drew me back into church and ministry, that passion never changed. In fact, it opened a whole new world of ministry for … Continue reading "The Gift of “Gotchas”" Read the article
The Holy Spirit came as wind and fire, symbols that help us focus on God. Included in this article is a spiritual practice using one of these symbols. By Justine Paolo G. Parcasio, Associate Pastor, Philippines Pentecost is part of the Christian Worship (Liturgical) Calendar. This year, it is celebrated on May 28, 2023, and … Continue reading "Symbols of Pentecost" Read the article
Pentecost reminds us of our true identity as the children of God and brought us into a new community as the body of Christ. By Bill Hall, National Director, Canada Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Saskatchewan Homelessness Conference. For two days I listened to presenters talking about the causes of homelessness and … Continue reading "“Homeless No More”" Read the article
As Jesus approached the cross, he prayed, “So now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had in your presence before the world existed.” (John 17:5 NRSV) The ascension of Jesus signaled the successful end of his earthly ministry, the return of his heavenly glory, his exaltation by the Father, … Continue reading "The Ascension and You" Read the article
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b • Numbers 11:24-30 • 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 • John 7:37-39 This week’s theme is the giving of the Holy Spirit. The call to worship Psalm speaks of the Spirit being sent forth to create and renew. The Old Testament reading from Numbers presents the story of the Spirit resting on those who … Continue reading "Sermon for May 28, 2023 – Pentecost" Read the article
Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35 • Acts 1:6-14 • 1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11 • John 17:1-11 In our final week of the Easter season, we look forward to Pentecost, which celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit. The theme for this week is getting on with God’s work. Our call to worship Psalm reminds us that God … Continue reading "Sermon for May 21, 2023 – 7th Sunday of Easter" Read the article
Psalm 66:8-20 • Acts 17:22-31 • 1 Peter 3:13-22 • John 14:15-21 The theme for this week is suffering and the nearness of God. Psalm 66 recounts the ups and downs of life, and it speaks of God’s faithfulness during the most difficult times. Paul explains the “Unknown God” to the Athenians in Acts 17:22-31, … Continue reading "Sermon for May 14, 2023 – 6th Sunday of Easter" Read the article
