Jesus gave us all the tools that we need to become a fire-making community - one that...
There may be a few gifts under the Christmas tree that need to be returned. But one...
If we've learned anything from 2020 it's to focus on what's most important - to be...
After the storming of the U.S. Capitol, Pastor Marc implores us to proclaim God's love...
When we feel challenged by the Gospel, we sometimes ask “What would Jesus do?” But...
When we hold on loosely - to possessions, people, opinions, expectations - we are free...
A global pandemic. Social and racial unrest. Environmental crises. Economic recession...
Can others experience the love of God simply by being around you? How do you show...
On Transfiguration Sunday, Pastor Marc preached a fiery sermon inspired by poets...
On Easter Sunday, Pastor Marc contrasted two miracle stories - the raising of Lazarus...
Does life flow to you or through you? Pastor Marc invites you to consider whether...
On Family Sunday, Pastor Penny and friends demonstrated the importance of celebrating...
On All Saints' Day, Pastor Marc Reflects on the reality of death...and on what is even...
Many of us are taught to be afraid of the dark, but the darkness offers its gifts...
Who is your king? Pastor Christine explores what it means to call Christ your king and...
It's a cherished West Side tradition - our annual "pop-up" Christmas Pageant, complete...
The popular journey of the Wise Men tells us a lot about how our own journeys can be...
Pastor Marc reflects on a story found in all four Gospels - the baptism of Jesus. Why...
Pastor Marc shares excerpts from a sermon by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Pastor Marc reminds us to trust God wholeheartedly, even and especially when it's hard.
On Palm Sunday we were reminded that when we face tough situations or when life seems...
On Easter Sunday Pastor Marc reminded us that God is in the resurrection (not the...
Pastor Marc and Pat McGlade, our faith community nurse, offered a meditation on...
Pastor Penny reminds us that we don't need to say or do the right thing to be loved by...
When is the last time you "allowed" yourself to rest? Really rest? Was it a struggle?...
Pastor Marc share five truths that can be difficult to face. Life is hard. Life is not...
Pastor Penny welcomed our new members and confirmands on Sunday, reminding us that as...
Pastor Penny reminds us that living as a disciple of Jesus is not a spectator sport...
On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Marc prayed that we find our wings and allow the light of...
Do you think of God as "The Distant Critic"? Give Pastor Liz a listen as she explores...
On Father’s Day and Juneteenth, Pastor Marc invited us to consider what kind of father...
Transitions are notoriously challenging and difficult, but it's during these times...
Pastor Marc shares some good advice for the journey of being human.
Who is worthy of your time and attention? Who is not? Pastor Penny reminds us that we...
Are you burned out? Frustrated? Resentful? That can happen when we get caught up in...
Why doesn't God answer my prayers? Why should I even bother praying? Have you found...
Pastor Christine explores our "hidden life" - our new life in the resurrected Christ.
Pastor Liz explores the "Jesus economy," which invites us to define ourselves through...
Are Christians supposed to put out fires or start them? Are we supposed to put down...
Hate your family, carry your own cross and give up all of your possessions...Pastor...
On Family Sunday, Pastor Penny unpacked the Sunday School theme for October, exploring...
What does it take to become a saint? Do you have to live a good and faithful life to...
During our semiannual Healing and Wholeness Service, Pastor Penny invited us to open...
Do you have the courage to claim Jesus as your King? Pastor Christine explores why it...
Pastor Marc explores our relationship with fear and how we can learn from the Magi and...
On Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend, Pastor Marc preached one of Dr. King’s sermons...
Did you know that having a meal together had a significant meaning in first-century...
If you had one more letter to write before you die, what would you write? Pastor Marc...
Pastor Christine unpacks the story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem and why it...
On Easter Sunday, Pastor Marc took a mysterious line from the Apostle Paul, held it up...
It's time to cut "Doubting Thomas" some slack, according to Pastor Penny, who delves...
Pastor Penny invites us to reflect on those who first shared the Good News of the...
On Mother’s Day, Pastor Marc lifted up Jesus’ mother, Mary, who was trusted by God...
On New Member Sunday, Pastor Penny highlighted the gift of Christian community and the...
Pastor Marc reflects on what Jesus' promise that the Spirit of Truth dwells within...
Lifting up two teenage girls who thwarted an authoritarian leader’s ruthless plans...
At our first outdoor worship service, Pastor Marc reflected on Moses’ encounter with...
Pastor Marc reflects on the intimate relationship between a life of integrity and a...
Pastor Marc reflects on the mystery that we are "surrounded by so great a cloud of...
Pastor Liz offers some insights on practicing subversive hope when heartbreak leaves...
Pastor Marc reflects on the importance of expressing gratitude, and the healing that...
Pastor Marc unpacks two texts that seem to speak to two radically different...
In her New Year's Eve sermon, Pastor Penny invited us to put our trust in God to lead...
Pastor Marc challenges us to put together the missing piece of the Gospel.
Pastor Marc preached a sermon that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. preached, challenging...
This past Sunday, celebrating the service and retirement of West Side’s long-time...
During outdoor worship, Pastor Marc encouraged the congregation to reconnect with the...
In the aftermath of the election, Pastor Marc spoke about the restorative work of God...
Ever wake up at 3 am with thoughts running wild? Pastor Liz shares how God’s mercy...
Pastoral Intern Yami shares how humility is usually seen as a sign of weakness in the...
Many of our most beloved Christmas Carols come to us not from famous composers but...
The sermon implores us to go out into the world and illuminate it with the light that...
Pastor Liz shares how baptism reminds us we’re fully loved by God and called to let...
Pastor Marc preached a sermon by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on being a good neighbor...
Pastor Marc reflected on how the Word isn't primarily about information, but...
Have you ever wondered what makes you, you? We all have different backgrounds...
Fear Not, Little Flock
Fire can destroy, but it can also bring new life. In Jeremiah and Luke, God’s fire is...
Pastor Marc reminded us that the work of liberation involves all of us, no matter how...
