by Madison Shockley | Dec 24, 2019 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley December 24 2019 On this holy night, we reflect on a child’s birth. We seek the world envisioned by Isaiah. A world governed by justice and righteousness. This world must be accomplished in the real world by real people. Into a...
by Madison Shockley | Jan 20, 2019 | sermons
Given By Rev. Madison Shockley January 20, 2019 Several of the passages from today’s reading are particularly poignant as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. With just his intelligence, eloquence, courage, and faith, he freed a nation from...
by Madison Shockley | Jan 6, 2019 | sermons
Given By Rev. Madison Shockley January 6, 2019 Today is Epiphany Sunday, also known as the “Twelfth Day of Christmas.” A society is judged by the way they treat their children. Our reading speaks to the way children are treated. We have a crisis today on...
by Madison Shockley | Sep 10, 2017 | sermons
Given By Rev. Madison Shockley September 10, 2017 Inspired by today’s reading from Exodus 12: 1, 3, 7-8, 11-14 and current events, we speak on the issue of immigration. The story begins with Joseph, sold into slavery and transported to Egypt, rising to become...
by Church Admin | Feb 26, 2017 | sermons
Our reading brings us news that Jacob’s family is now vast and strong. Unfortunately, the new king feels threatened that the Hebrews, foreigners, are now more numerous than his people. He orders his people to treat them harshly, hoping to decrease their numbers....
