Peter Writes His Easter Story

Steve Lindsley (John 21: 1-19) Back on Easter Sunday we talked about how the gospel of Mark leaves much up in the air when it comes to Easter morning – no Jesus sighting, no evidence, and no stories of how the faithful lived into resurrection’s light.  We lifted...

Solidarity Costs Something

Rebecca Heilman (John 20: 19-31) The reality of a country and society burdened by systems of oppression that reduces the availability of medical treatment, clean water, or a safe environment meant I attended many funerals during my one-year time in Zambia. Zambia is...

Writing The Rest Of The Story

Steve Lindsley (Mark 16: 1-8) Back in 2004, actor Mel Gibson released his movie “The Passion of the Christ” to mixed reviews.  The controversy came mostly from the film’s brutal, some would even say even grotesque take on the crucifixion, which occupied a large chunk...

Be Still And Know – Peace Enters Jerusalem

Rebecca Heilman (John 12: 12-19) Before the pandemic, parades were a weekly business in New York City and they always always fell on a Sunday, which made it difficult for our church members to travel to worship. The streets would fill with hundreds to thousands of...

Be Still And Know That You Are Loved

Steve Lindsley (Isaiah 43: 1-7) There is a minister sitting in his study one day, working on Sunday’s sermon, when he hears a knock at his door.  He looks up to see a strange man standing in the doorway.  The man is in his 60’s and looks rather worn from the journey. ...