Readings: Zephaniah 2: 3, 3: 12-13; 1 Corinthians 1: 26-31; Matthew 5: 1-12A Preacher: Gee Gee Micoli Several years ago, I read the book Proof of Heaven, the true story of a neurosurgeon who did not believe in God. At the peak of his career, he developed bacterial meningitis and was declared brain dead. His story recalls his son pleading… read more →
Readings: Isaiah 8:23—9:3; 1 Corinthians 1: 10-13, 17; Matthew 4: 12-23 Preacher: PJ Ryan As you and I journey forward in this new year I ask you to think back for a moment in order to make better our forward steps. Take a moment now and recall a favorite teacher or two that you have encountered. Also, take a moment… read more →
Readings: Isaiah 49:3,5-6, Corinthians 1:1-3, John 1:29-34 Preacher: Sue Howard “Here I am, Lord, Is it I, Lord, I have heard you calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if you lead me. I will hold your people in my heart.” That familiar refrain—Dan Schutte’s musical adaptation to the words of the prophet Isaiah—seem especially appropriate today. Here am… read more →
Readings: Isaiah 60:1-6; Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6; Mt 2:1-12 Preacher: Deirdre McKiernan Hetzler Our oldest granddaughter celebrated her birthday last week. She’s one of the sweetest kids I know. Not that I’m biased, or anything! She has a sunny personality. An inquisitive mind. And lots of energy. I drove a long way to celebrate her birthday with her. And it was worth… read more →