By Joanna Lawrence ShenkPsalm 85:8-13 Thank you, Sarah, for that reading which offers us a compelling vision of the kindom of God. The writer of this psalm is reflecting on who they know the Divine to be – one who brings peace and thriving to a community – to the land and the people. There…
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By Joanna Lawrence Shenk Romans 8:22-27 Where is the Spirit at work in the world? For what am I groaning? Who are the prophets among us today? These are the questions I have been sitting with as I’ve reflected on this Pentecost sermon. As you may remember, Pentecost is connected to the Jewish holiday Shavuot….
By Joanna Lawrence Shenk Luke 24:36-43 I’m wondering if anyone here is a fan of zombie movies or shows? It seems like maybe “The Last of Us” was the most recent big hit? Or have there been others? I bring this up because I think it helps us understand the scripture passage today in a…
by Joanna Lawrence Shenk, this sermon is the fifth Sunday of our Lent series, “Covenant: The Tie That Binds.” Mark 6:7-13 “I live my life in widening circles,” says the poet Rilke. “I live my life in widening circles that reach out across the world. I may not complete this last one but I give…
By Joanna Lawrence Shenk Romans 12:1-8 (adapted) Sisters and brothers—siblings—I ask you through the mercy of God to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and whole, to God. This is an act of worship. Don’t conform yourselves to this social reality, but be transformed by the renewal of your minds, so that you can…
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