In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” This is the one of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, “The voice of one crying out in the wilderness:‘Prepare the way of the Lord,make his...
We traditionally think of Advent as the 4 weeks leading up to Christmas that prepares us for the birth of Christ, but that isn't the whole story. Advent is a nuanced and layered season of preparation and focused reflection that stretches includes images of apocalypse and nativity scenes. How do...
This Feast of Christ the King sermon explores the paradox of Jesus’s kingship through the story of a unique copper crucifix that hung on a nursing home wall. The cross depicts both the dying Jesus and Christ the King side-by-side. What does true kingship look like with this humble servant...
Advent Wreath Making On Sunday, November 30, parishioners of all ages are invited to come make Advent wreaths together from 9:30-10:30 AM in the Parish Hall. There is no need to sign up. Wreath forms will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. One wreath per household...
Jesus said to the disciples, “But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the...
In this improvisational sermon, we explore the deep trust that is fostered as we move from orientation, to disorientation, to reorientation, recognizing the Spirit's presence in our lives. While existing ways of life change and break down, new expressions of life are always rising. The Spirit remains at work, and...
Christ the King Sunday Grace Church Friends of Music will welcome the Georgia Boy Choir to lead us in a Choral Eucharist on Christ the King Sunday, November 23, at 10:45 AM. In a Choral Eucharist service, certain texts of the liturgy are sung by the choir only. In the...
When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus said, "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing." And they cast lots to divide his clothing....
Reflections from Greece A Special Sunday Forum November 16 What do the rich symbols found at Delphi, with the Oracle, have to do with St. Paul and the continuing Christian tradition? How can we learn from the layers of mythology, history, theology, and reflection? This Sunday, November 16 during the...
When some were speaking about the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and gifts dedicated to God, Jesus said, "As for these things that you see, the days will come when not one stone will be left upon another; all will be thrown down." They asked him, "Teacher,...