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Epiphany and Discipleship: Obey, Confess, Follow, Luke 5:1-11

A Sermon Delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley Our reading this morning is from Luke’s gospel, and we pick up early in the Story. Jesus has set out on his own in the region of Galilee. He has … Continue reading

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Growing Back into Christmas

A sermon delivered on December 24, 2024 by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. John 1:1-14 1.1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was in the beginning with God. 3All things came into … Continue reading

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Fed on the Bread of Tears, Psalm 80:1-7

A Sermon delivered on Sunday, December 22, 2024 by Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Food is a big deal this time of year; the holidays always seem to bring out the wonderful culinary and baking skills lying dormant during the rest of … Continue reading

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Faith Over Fear: Lessons from Elijah and the Widow, 1 Kings 17:8-16

A sermon delivered by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. on November 10, 2024. Have you looked at your calendar lately? Just a couple of Sundays are standing in the way of our country’s coma-inducing tryptophan-laced day of turkey and … Continue reading

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Choosing Leaders: The Importance of Character in Voting

Marcus Aurelius led Rome from 161 to 180 A.D. and was noted for his shrewd wisdom and leadership. He led his empire through periods of war, plague, and the complexities of messy international and local politics while maintaining a steady … Continue reading

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