Tag Archives: call

Yes, But…, Luke 9:51-62

Posted on July 3, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley on June 29, 2025. Thus far in Luke’s gospel, he has focused his Story on Jesus’ teaching, preaching, healing people. Jesus has demonstrated deeds of wonder among the general populace … Continue reading →

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Measuring Christian Maturity: Insights from Ephesians 4:1-16

Posted on August 4, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

 A sermon delivered by Patrick H. Wrisley on August 4, 2024 This morning’s scripture lesson comes from Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus. Many presume he wrote it some 35 plus or minus years after Jesus died, most likely … Continue reading →

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The Gospel Defined, Mark 1:14-20

Posted on January 22, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min., on January 21, 2024 We are beginning to wade into the Gospel of Mark for a season and before beginning, I want to give it some context. Mark is one of the … Continue reading →

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Now the Lord Came and Stood Calling as Before, 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Posted on January 19, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

Once upon a time, there was a woman who dearly loved her husband and so truly wanted to give him a child. Try as they may, she was unable to conceive. She and her husband were good people and loved … Continue reading →

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The Essence of a Call, Matthew 9:9-13,18-26

Posted on June 12, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on June 11, 2023, by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. As the church calendar moves into the rhythm of Ordinary Time, our Gospel selections running from now through the end of November come from Matthew. If … Continue reading →

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