2016 was rough. Where do we put our hope when death seems to be winning?
This sermon is mostly honest confession. Enjoy?
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This sermon is mostly honest confession. Enjoy?
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Does the word "judge" make you uncomfortable? Why?
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A sermon about politics, power, and why Jesus didn't stick around.
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Our friend Dr. Rev. Master. Coolio. Chris Schoon, joined us at Eucharist, and shared the hope we have in resurrection!
1 Peter 3, Ephesians 4, Revelation 1
A sermon about how Jesus broke down death's gates and plundered it for all it's worth.
HARROWING OF HELL - Circa 1503-4
DESCENT INTO HELL - Circa 1495-1504
CHRIST IN LIMBO - 1575
Luke 23
October 23 2016
Was the cross cosmic child abuse? Or appeasing the wrath and violence of a distant God? Could God not forgive sinners without someone dying? Why the need for so much blood?
I know from talking with people over the years that the crucifixion is a major stumbling block for some people when it comes to following Jesus.
If you are a person who's always found the death of Jesus confusing at best or troubling and disturbing at worst, this sermon is for you. Because it's actually really beautiful and good news that Jesus was murdered... and I am aware how weird and morbid that sounds.
ART: http://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/jones-sanctus-christus-de-capel-y-ffin-t03677
Luke 1
October 16 2016
So let's dive right into the strangeness: what do logical, rational, modern people do with a virgin having a baby? And what does Mary teach us about being Jesus-people?
The church in our neighbourhood has a parade for Mary and it's pretty intense and awesome and odd.
John 1, Philippians 2
October 9 2016
Here's where things start getting really unique: was Jesus just a good moral teacher and prophet, or was he something more?
The early Christians made the largest claim possible about Jesus: that he showed us GOD.
Also, his name wasn't really Jesus...
A link to Brad Jersak's incredible children's book "Jesus Showed Us" - buy a million copies for every kid you know: http://www.bradjersak.com/component/ecwid/#!/Jesus-Showed-Us/p/72249160
Let's get into it: what does the first statement of the Apostles' Creed tell us about God, and what does it mean for how we live and work in the world?
Well we're going to have to talk about Hebrew Poetry, Chance the Rapper, Yurts, and (I can't believe we're going there...) Minecraft!
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This sermon kicks off thirteen weeks learning about the core convictions of our Christian Way; perhaps best captured in the Apostles' Creed.
How can a Creed that is nearly 2000 years old still serve and build up the church today?
Let's start by understanding the Creed with four metaphors: the Creed is a train, a satellite, a table, and a wave.
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We all struggle with comparison. What does it look like to live a life of freedom, fully owning your story and your role to play, to become a part of something bigger than ourselves?
Plus a 15-point story consisting of 30 lives weaving together. It's epic.
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Moooooody Lights and Bunting
Potluck Prayers
Donut surprise by "Donut Monster," Hamilton's best donut shop run out of the Kitchen Collective, a group referenced in the sermon... and we didn't plan any of it!
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Jonathan Bachman's image of protestor Iesha Evans in Baton Rouge
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The photo above is of protestor Iesha Evans who, of her protest and arrest, said: "I just need you people to know. I appreciate the well wishes and love, but this is the work of God. I am a vessel! Glory to the most high."
Lectionary Reading is from Luke 10
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One of the most helpful resources I've found for learning about gentrification is the podcast "There Goes the Neighborhood"
Article quotes in the sermon (warning, very strong language) "The Hamilton Institute: This Is How We Welcome You"
I read this book a few weeks ago and it is one of the best, and most accessible, resources on the devil and spiritual warfare. It even ties in to the broader "powers and principalities" theme of the sermon. Click here to buy "Reviving Old Scratch" by Richard Beck.
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How can we be the reconciled body of Christ if parts of our body have been broken or cut off? Bernadette Arthur, who works for the Christian Reformed Church as a race and relations coordinator, preaches holy fire, and reminds us that reconciliation ALWAYS will cost something.
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How can the church be united when there are people who have significant disagreement on important moral and ethical questions?
Well it all starts with a time traveller named Cornelius...
Article Link: How One Stupid Tweet Ruined Justine Saccos Life
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Pentecost Sunday is all about the Holy Spirit coming to bring Unity, NOT Uniformity!
And if unity is the sign that Christ is King, perhaps our churches should worry more about how to practice peace and reconciliation instead of how good the band is or how "correct" our theology is!
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Kathryn Smith shares some very practical, hands on wisdom, about how to live, share and own our faith with kids. Whether you have children or not, it's our job to let our light shine with the kids in our life, and so this may be a relevant word for you!
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How can we be witnesses to God's grace without hiding it away or being annoying and pushy?
What does it look like to be people who are Still Waters?
SPOILER ALERT! Don't watch this video until you hear Kevin mention a video near the end of the sermon.
Also, don't click on this until the end of the sermon... but this happened at the end of the gathering:
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