The window into the wilderness

Deuteronomy 26:1-11 My father was a wondering Aramean. Psalm 91: 1-2, 9-16 I will raise you up on eagle’s wings.Luke 4:1-13 Jesus tested in the desert. As we begin the season of lent we are invited to enter a ritual of deep contemplation and reflection by looking into a mirror,

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Eternal Light

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35 Shining face of Moses Luke 9:28-36 Jesus with Moses and Elijah 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 Lifting the veil of the mind Sermon: Eternal LightChrist-light, shining on the mountain-top, in the midst of prayer, viewed through eyes struggling to stay awake — ancestors of the faith bearing witness, words

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Claimed or committed?

Jeremiah 1:4-10 Before you were formed in the womb, I set you apart. Psalm 71:1-6 God is our fortress and sheltering rock. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Love is patient and kind. Luke 4:21-30 Jesus is driven out of Nazareth. You have been called, you are known, and you have been claimed

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Building on the Edge

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:22-30 Solomon’s dedication Psalm 122 To the house of the Lord Matthew 7:24-29 A house built on rock Sermon: Building on the EdgeThis Sunday, we launch a full year of celebration of the 100th anniversary of the building which houses Robertson-Wesley. At the time, this beautiful building

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Banquet of Life

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5 A crown of beauty Psalm 36:5-10 Fountain of life John 2:1-11 Wedding at Cana Sermon: Banquet of LifeAccording to John’s version of the gospel, Jesus ministry begins with a wedding that has run out of wine. The Psalmist speaks of feasting on the abundance of God’s house.

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Dressing for the New Year

1 Samuel 2:18-21 Samual as a boy in the temple Psalm 148:1-14 Praise for God’s universal glory Colossians 3:12-17 Clothe yourselves with compassion Luke 2:41-52 The boy Jesus in the temple This new way of life, the Christian way, is expressed by Paul’s metaphor of clothing — put on compassion,

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Called to Welcome

Micah 5:2-5a Out of Bethlehem in Judea will come a leader. Luke 1:39-55 Mary visits Elizabeth Mary was welcomed not only by Elizabeth, but by her child in her womb who leaped in welcome at her presence. It is said that Elizabeth was filled with the spirit in that moment

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Called to Share

Isaiah 12:2-6 Proclaim God’s deed to the nations. Philippians 4:4-7 Rejoice in God always! In this season of giving, we can sometimes walk away feeling empty, burdened, frustrated and guilty. The scriptures today remind us that we are not to worry about anything. As we prepare for the birth of

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