By Joanna Lawrence Shenk Genesis 11 – 25 Here we are on Sunday #2 of our sacred narrative series and I’m already realizing how challenging it really is to attempt to tell the story of the Bible in 9 months! The theme for today is God’s promise to Abraham and Sarah. Their stories alone could…
This sermon is the first in a nine-month series in which we will tell the story of Scripture from Creation to the early Church, using the Narrative Lectionary readings. Genesis 2:4-7, Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-8 We are beginning our nine-month long journey through our sacred story this morning with, naturally, the story of how it all…
By Matt Boyer, FMCSF congregant and labor organizer When I was in my early twenties, and living in Arizona, I went to a nearby, progressive church on Easter. It had been a while since I’d been to church and I wanted to feel the excitement of the highest holiday. On this day, we could celebrate…
This sermon is part of our annual “Throwback Sunday” series, where we look at older theological concepts that we may not find helpful (or even tolerable) anymore. We ask where they came from, what were their consequences, and whether or not they are still relevant or meaningful in any way today. Mark 1:21-28 A few…
By Joanna Lawrence ShenkJohn 6:30-35 When I was growing up one of my favorite smells was that of fresh baked bread. I loved it when I would walk in the door after school and there would be warm bread on the kitchen table. The butter would melt right into each slice and I could eat…
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…
End of content
End of content