Texts: Jeremiah 31:15-17 ; Psalm 73 ; Matthew 2:13-23 ; Mark 10:13-16 Thanks be to God, who claimed us and named us at birth, and has made us members of one human family. Amen. To begin: We name Cordero Washington, who died at the age of 18; Dalvin Miller, who died at the age … Continue reading Sermon: Sunday, May 4, 2008: Rachel’s Day
Message: Rachel’s Day…
A letter arrived in the mail today from Mayor Daley asking St. Luke’s to support the city in “educating our communities about the impact of gun violence, especially on our children.” His letter goes on to state that “firearm injuries are the second leading cause of injury-related deaths nationwide, surpassed only by motor vehicle injuries. … Continue reading Message: Rachel’s Day…
Sermon: Sunday, April 27, 2008: Sixth Sunday of Easter
Texts: Acts 17:22-31 ; Psalm 66:8-20 ; 1 Peter 3:13-22 ; John 14:15-21 In the name of Jesus, who loves us. Amen. As a child, weekends seemed so much longer than they do now, and held so many opportunities for fun. Coming home from school on Friday afternoon I generally had a plan for … Continue reading Sermon: Sunday, April 27, 2008: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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