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Throwing Our Nets Again

The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany - Year C
February 10th, 2019

by The Rev. Br. Richard Edward Helmer

The danger of "fishing for people" is that we just might be successful.

Duration: 20:18

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A Year of Favor

The Third Sunday after the Epiphany - Year C
January 27th, 2019

by The Rev. Br. Richard Edward Helmer

Our calling as Christians in community in the West is distinctive, and as we attend closely to our ancient spiritual foundations, we find renewed purpose in declaring the year of God's favor to a world that needs to hear it.

Duration: 19:26

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Divine Alchemy

The Second Sunday after the Epiphany - Year C
January 20th, 2019

by The Rev. Br. Richard Edward Helmer

So much more than merely a demonstration of divine power, the story of Jesus’ first miracle points to the gift of transformation God is offering us and all of creation.

Duration: 17:39

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Beloved

The First Sunday after the Epiphany -- the Baptism of Our Lord
January 13th, 2019

by The Rev. Br. Richard Edward Helmer

John the Baptist introduces the Messiah with a threat of fire, but when Christ rises from the waters of baptism, we are not greeted with judgment or sacrificial fire. Instead, we are reminded that we are beloved of God.

Duration: 16:57

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Strange Christians

The First Sunday after Christmas
December 30th, 2018

by The Rev. Br. Richard Edward Helmer

Looking back at Christmas, we find one of our most cherished texts revealing just how strange we are to the world, and one of our most sacred callings: as bearers of the light.

Duration: 20:41

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Advent Discernment

The Second Sunday of Advent
December 9th, 2018

by Patricia M. Rose

Our busy preparations during Advent and all the difficult memories, experiences, and choices we face this time of year lead us to confront the very heart of Jesus’ teachings.

Duration: 20:05

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Knowing the Place for the First Time

Proper 29 [Track 1] (Christ the King)
November 25th, 2018

by The Rev. Gerald Caprio

As the cycle of the Church year comes to an end, it begins again, reminding us not only of the cycle of time, but the cycles of Christ's coming among us, and as Ruler of All.

Duration: 18:15

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Seeking the Spirit

Proper 28 [Track 1]
November 18th, 2018

by Patricia M. Rose

As we reach out to God to find our truest selves, we encounter the Spirit, which invites us into a surprising joy and hope -- even in the face of anguishing times.

Duration: 26:31

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