Tag Archives: Year A

Expecting More Than We Imagined, Matthew 11:2-11

A Sermon Delivered on December 14, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. On this third Sunday of Advent, the lectionary places us squarely in the middle of Matthew’s gospel, far away from shepherds, angel choruses, and that silent … Continue reading

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Don’t Be Tempted to Hit the Snooze Button, Matthew 24:36-44

A Sermon Delivered on November 30, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Business guru Stephen Covey tells us in his book, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, to begin with the end in mind. In other words, to best … Continue reading

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Advent #4: What Does Joseph’s Announcement Mean For You? Matthew 1:18-25

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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