by Rev. Madison Shockley | May 14, 2017 | sermons
Given By Rev. Madison Shockley May 14, 2017 Today’s reading from Genesis tells the story of Cain and Abel. From this passage comes the phrase, “my brother’s keeper.” This phrase has shaped our culture. It touches on what it means to be in human...
by Guest Preacher | Oct 23, 2016 | sermons
Today’s sermon by Neal Washburn comes to us from the Gospel of Luke, a parable within a story. Jesus is talking to a group of individuals who felt righteous but felt contempt for others. Jesus tells them the parable of a Pharisee and a tax collector, both hated...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | Oct 16, 2016 | sermons
On this Coming Out Sunday, the reading reminds us of the conflicts Jesus had with the religious authorities. He challenged them about how they lead the community. Jesus sought to not only expand the social and religious boundaries but also break them down so everyone...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | Oct 2, 2016 | sermons
Today is World Communion Sunday. This is a way to show solidarity with our fellow Christians as we focus on the sacrament of Communion which binds us together. It is one of only two sacraments recognized by the Protestant church. A sacrament is an act which reveals,...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | Sep 18, 2016 | sermons
The inspiration for today’s sermon comes from two different readings, Amos 6 and Luke 16. One is from the prophet Amos and the other is a parable from Jesus. Both passages warns that those who find comfort in this life may find the next life more difficult. To...
