Homily: Pentecost

As we gather on this Feast of Pentecost our Scripture focuses on the “what’s next” in our call to discipleship. What does “being sent” & discipleship look like for each of us? What are we called to do and not to do?  So how can an African parable, a saintly doorkeeper, a foot massager, and college basketball player help point us to the way, the truth and the light?  See what I mean…

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Homily: Pentecost 2016

What next?!  That is the question as we bring our Easter season to a close.  For as we gather on this Feast of Pentecost our Scripture focuses on the “what next” in our call to discipleship. So what does that “what’s next?” look like for you?  More importantly what doesn’t it look like? 

Perhaps a bit of wisdom from a monkey, a fish, and a doorkeeper will shine new light on how to respond to the call to go forth and to be sent as the Father sent his Son…and it just may be easier than you think….

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Homily: Pentecost 2013

In today’s gospel, John describes the appearance of the risen Christ to his disciples who are hiding in the Upper Room.  In doing so he reveals three basic skills or spiritual practices to follow in order to strengthen your soul, your well-being and your connection with God and with each other.  If you find yourself stuck in your own ‘Upper Room’ you may want to check out what you could be missing.

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