Sermons

As we continue in Mark’s Gospel we again see the emphasis of Christ’s ministry of deed and word. We are reminded that Jesus’ words are as important as his miracles. The healing we experience in Christ’s words and deeds calls us to a live of service. Today’s message

In this first story of Jesus healing in Mark’s Gospel, we are confronted by “the unclean spirit” possessing and torturing the man in the synagogue. Whatever we make of it, unclean spirits live and reside in our own hearts and world. They manifest in harmful words and actions

In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus’ ministry begins in earnest after the arrest of John the Baptist. Jesus calls his followers to repent (to turn around, to walk in new life) and to believe the good news. Christianity as a whole these days seems to contradict a belief of the good news, often presenting it

This time of year is often billed at the happiest season of all, and yet, this year feels different. The Psalmist tells us that “Thou weeping may last the night, joy comes in the morning.” We light the third candle of Advent for joy and the promise of the hard fought emotion of joy