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About patrick h wrisley

A Mainline Presbyterian Orthodox Evangelical Socially Minded Prophetic Contemplative Preacher sharing the Winsome Story of Christ as I try to muddle through as a father, friend, head of staff, colleague, and disciple.

Wondering What It’s Like, All Saints Sunday, 1 John 3:1-3

Posted on November 2, 2026 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on November 1, 2026 by Patrick H. Wrisley. Throughout the first letter of John, we read how the evangelist peppers us in staccato fashion with “the whys” for the purpose of his writing. These are mostly found … Continue reading →

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Be Careful Mixing Politics and Religion, Matthew 22:15-22

Posted on October 27, 2026 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Today we are nine days away from one of the most consequential and closely watched mid-term elections in recent memory. Today, I want to give you a voting guide for … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts, Colossians 4:2-6

Posted on April 14, 2026 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on April 12, 2024 by The Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. I have never done this before but this morning, since it is the last formal sermon I will preach before I retire, I want to dedicate … Continue reading →

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For Whom Are You Looking For?, John 20:1-18

Posted on April 6, 2026 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on Easter, April 5, 2026 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. A funeral director asked a young preacher to hold a graveside service for a man who had died with neither family nor friends. The service … Continue reading →

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Were You There When Love Came to Town?, Matthew 21:1-13

Posted on April 1, 2026 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on March 29, 2026 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley Looking forward to your left and to the West, you see the gleaming marble of the Temple. On your right towards the east, rising a bit … Continue reading →

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