Tag Archives: First Presbyterian Church Glens Falls

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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A Christmas Eve Meditation, 2023

Posted on December 25, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

Delivered at First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls Luke 2:1–20 (NRSV) 2.1 In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was … Continue reading →

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Matthew’s Second Set of “Blessed Ares,” Matthew 25:31-46

Posted on November 27, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

Today, we’re reading what has been called the Sermon on the Judgment, or as the preacher that married Kelly and me 40 years ago calls it, “The Sermon on the Last Audit.”[1] It’s about how all of us will appear … Continue reading →

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Each According to Their Ability, Matthew 25:14-30

Posted on November 20, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered November 19, 2023 by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. The scene is being set for Jesus’ final days alive. Previously, we have seen Jesus in the Temple having rounds with the religious leaders, scholars, and politicians … Continue reading →

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What’s in Your Wallet?, Matthew 22:15-22

Posted on October 23, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon deliverd by Rev. Patrick H Wrisley, D.Min. on October 22, 2023 This morning, we are going to look at the notion of precedence and what matters most. As we approach our text this morning, it’s helpful to realize … Continue reading →

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