We Your People, Ours the Journey
a webspace devoted to sermons, thoughts and ramblings from the ministerial journey
On Monday, Governor Maggie Hassan (NH), issued this statement through her communications director: “The Governor believes that the federal government should halt acceptance of refugees from Syria until intelligence and defense officials can assure that the process for vetting all refugees, including those from Syria, is as strong as possible to ensure the safety of… Continue reading A Letter to NH Governor Hassan
The worship series for October and November was "Enough," by Adam Hamilton. We looked at how we can discover joy through simplicity and generosity. Sermons in the four-part series are my take on the topics and prompts by Rev. Hamilton. Sermons in the series: Dreams and Nightmares (10/25) - Wisdom for the Prodigal (11/1) - Cultivating Contentment (11/8) - Defined by Generosity… Continue reading Worship Series – Enough
"Defined by Generosity" (November 15, 2015) It's silly, really, to think that we could live our lives free from the fear and worry around money. But God calls us to joyful, almost laughable, leaps of faith in freedom. (Genesis 18:1-15, Mark 12:38-44) --- This is a four-part series by Adam Hamilton called "Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity… Continue reading Sermon: Defined by Generosity
"Cultivating Contentment" (November 8, 2015) The Shaker song reminds us that it is a gift to be simple. How do we find this gift? (Philippians 4:8-13, Luke 12:13-21) --- This is a four-part series by Adam Hamilton called "Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity." The sermons are my take on the topics. You can hear… Continue reading Sermon: Cultivating Contentment
"Wisdom for the Prodigal" (November 1, 2015) Much like the prodigal child, we want instant gratification. Can we tap into the wisdom of self control and create better, more faithful lives for ourselves? (Luke 15:11-32) --- This is a four-part series by Adam Hamilton called "Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity." The sermons are my take… Continue reading Sermon: Wisdom for the Prodigal
"Dreams and Nightmares" (October 25, 2015) Jesus tells us not to worry, but our lives are filled with worry about how we will care for ourselves and those we love. How can we get a handle on our worry and trust in God in difficult times? (Exodus 32:1-14, Matthew 6:25-33) --- This is a four-part… Continue reading Sermon: Dreams and Nightmares
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