Monthly Archives: December 2022

Advent #4: What Does Joseph’s Announcement Mean For You? Matthew 1:18-25

Posted on December 19, 2022 by patrick h wrisley

All the little open windows on our Advent calendars are beginning to show that there are not many days left before Christmas! We find ourselves on the last Sunday of Advent with all four candles on the wreath lit leaving … Continue reading →

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What did you expect to see, anyway? Matthew 11:2-11

Posted on December 12, 2022 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley on December 11, 2022, the Third Sunday in Advent, Year A On this third, Sunday of Advent, the lectionary plunks us down in the middle of Matthew’s gospel far away from the Stories … Continue reading →

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The Pastoral Prayer from Sunday, December 4, 2022

Posted on December 6, 2022 by patrick h wrisley

Prince of Peace and Lord of Lords, we join our voices with all Creation and sing to proclaim your glory. From the very foundation of our world, you have passionately pursued your people with purpose, intentionality, forgiveness, and peace. It … Continue reading →

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