This week we explore the bold and revolutionary side of Mary in her “song” that we call the Magnificat. Mary shows in these words that she understands who Jesus will be—not only for her personally (chosen and blessed), but also for the whole world longing for justice.
12/8/2019: There’s Something About Mary PART 2: WHOSE STORY IS IT?
This week we continue thinking about what it would have been like to watch Jesus’ ministry through the eyes of His mother Mary. In particular, how would it feel to watch opposition grow as He preaches a scandalous and upside Kingdom and redefines ideas like family? Pray and consider these things with us this season…
Audio of Sermon: 12/8/2019: There’s Something About Mary PART 2: WHOSE STORY IS IT?
12/1/2019: There’s Something About Mary PART 1: THE BIGGER STORY
AThis sermon considers a character that is often only thought of when it is time for Christmas, but whose witness and faith provide lessons for our journeys all year long. Join us in pondering Mary, Mother of Jesus. She belongs in more than simply Nativity sets. Her courage and faith in the face of her Son’s whole life can guide us in the dark times we live in today.
Audio of Sermon: 12/1/2019: There’s Something About Mary PART 1: THE BIGGER STORY
11/24/2019: God’s Word: DOES IT STILL MATTER?
This sermon explores a story from one of the few righteous kings of Israel; how he reformed the life of the people after being exposed to God’s Word to them. How does God’s word work in our own lives? Does it have any power to transform us today?
Audio of Sermon: 11/24/2019: God’s Word: DOES IT STILL MATTER?
11/17/2019: God’s New Kingdom: WHAT CAN WE HOPE FOR?
We continue on in the Narrative Lectionary readings, moving now into the prophet Isaiah who presents two very different pictures of our future; one where everything seems to be at the point of destruction and another where new life is still possible even from the mess we have made. Where do we find our hope in a world where so much seems to be falling apart? Let’s explore together.
Audio of Sermon: 11/17/2019: God’s New Kingdom: WHAT CAN WE HOPE FOR?