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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.

It’s So Easy, Anyone Can Do it! John 15, 2023

Posted on January 16, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached on January 15, 2023, by Patrick H Wrisley, D.Min. This morning’s reading from John is arguably one of my favorite of all scripture passages because it shares how you and I can participate in an Epiphany. Since … Continue reading →

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Christmas Day Message: What’s Your Sign?, Luke 2:1-20

Posted on January 3, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley, December 25, 2022. In the name of the One who is, who was, and is yet to come, good morning and merry Christmas!  This is a day the Lord has made, beloved, what … Continue reading →

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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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