Second Sunday of Easter 27 April 2014 (Acts 2:14, 22-32 Psalm 16 1Peter 1:3-9 John 20:19-31) “Invited Into Forgiveness and Grace!” It is Sunday evening, the day of resurrection, Jesus is out walking. When Jesus gets to the house, it looks all boarded up; he realizes the doors are all locked. He knows the disciples … More “Invited Into Forgiveness and Grace!”
Easter Sunday April 20, 2014 (Acts 10:34-43 Psalm 118 Colossians 3:1-4 Matthew 28:1-10) “Christ is Risen Indeed!” Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! It’s been several years since we have had two baptisms on Easter morning. We are having one baptism at each worship service this today. But the baptisms of this morning … More “Christ Is Risen, Indeed!”
(Matthew 27:46) [And about three o’clock Jesus cried out with a loud voice, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” that is, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”] The greatest risk of loving deeply is the risk of being totally rejected and alone! I think, for me, the most crucifying feeling in all the … More “My God, My God, why………”
Maundy Thursday 17 April 2014 (Exodus 12:1-14 Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 John 13:31-35 “Do This In Remembrance of Me!” When I was growing up, my Dad had one of those small, cheap Kodak Instamatic cameras. Remember you used those little square flash bulbs that looked like ice cubes, and you got those … More “Do This in Remembrance of Me!”
Palm Sunday 13 April 2014 (Isaiah 50:4-9 Philippians 2:5-11 Matthew 21:1-11 “Speaking Truth to Power!” Her name is Francine Murengezi (Mur-en-gae`-zee) Ingabire (In-ga`-bire). She is a girl with a wide smile and closely cropped hair. Age: 12. Favorite sport: swimming. Favorite food: eggs and chips. Favorite drink: milk and Fanta Tropical. Best Friend: her … More “Speaking Truth to Power!”
Sermons at St. James Gettysburg 