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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.

The Message – The Whimsical Hand of Providence, Mark 4:26-34

Posted on June 14, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley on June 13, 2021 Mark 4:26-34 26He also said, “The kingdom of God is as if someone would scatter seed on the ground, 27and would sleep and rise night and day, and the seed … Continue reading →

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The Message: Down, but Not Out!, 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1

Posted on June 7, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley on June 6, 2021 Over the years, I have learned something that they don’t teach you in seminary: There are churches out there where the pastor and the congregation don’t get along. Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Prayer for Sunday, May 30, 2021

Posted on June 1, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

Pastoral Prayer for May 30, 2021             Tenderhearted God, You who hang the stars and planets in their places also wipe the tears from the faces of those who mourn or who are scared. We gather as your Church, your … Continue reading →

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The Pastoral Prayer for Sunday, May 16, 2021

Posted on May 17, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

Holy One from on high, as the new day dawns, it is all we can do but lift up our hands and hearts to you in praise and gratitude. You have sheltered us through the night and have brought us … Continue reading →

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No Masks – What It Does and Does Not Mean for In-Person Worship

Posted on May 17, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

This week the Centers for Disease Control issued guidelines that indicate that those people who have been thoroughly vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus are safe to gather in crowds and indoors without using them except in certain locations. The Session … Continue reading →

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