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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.

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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Whatever you do, don’t hit the snooze button! Matthew 24:36-44

Posted on November 28, 2022 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min., on November 27, 2022, Advent 1, Year A Gather around and let me tell you a Christmas story! It’s from Matthew 24:36-44.  Listen carefully! Matthew 24:36-44 36“But about that day and hour … Continue reading →

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Our Opportunity to Witness, Luke 21:5-19

Posted on November 14, 2022 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on November 13, 2022, by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Our journey in Luke’s gospel is quickly ending as the church year officially ends next week with Christ the King Sunday. The lectionary has had us wading through … Continue reading →

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