Pilate Error - Christ the King Sunday - 22 November 2015 - Year B

Ecce homo! Antonio Ciseri's 1871 depiction of Pontius Pilate presenting Jesus to the public

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the gospel of John in Jesus’ encounter with Pontius Pilate and Pilate’s confusion on the rule of God. Pilate makes a category error. Richards points to the prologue of John to deeply explain the difference of the rule of Jesus as the logos - the basis of all creation and relationship of God. In the face of violence in the world today, we as Christians must take a new way in love and forgiveness to stop the madness which we may lose our lives over.

Given at the 800 am worship community today.

2 Samuel 23:1-7

Psalm 132:1-13, (14-19)

Revelation 1:4b-8

John 18:33-37

Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Conversational Sermon based on Christ the King Sunday - 21 Nov 2015 - Yr B

The Rev Katheryn M King leads the congregation at Grace Episcopal Church, Traverse City, Michigan, USA in a conversational sermon based on the Christ the King texts from the Gospel of John.

Given at the Disciples Eucharist at 500 pm this evening.

2 Samuel 23:1-7

Psalm 132:1-13, (14-19)

Revelation 1:4b-8

John 18:33-37

 

Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

God Is Always With Us! - Twenty Five Sunday After Pentecost - 15 November 2015 - Year B

25th Sunday After Pentecost from Mackinac Video Productions on Vimeo.

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the story of Jesus as he and the disciples in Mark during the festival of Passover as Jesus is in the last week in his life. The disciples comment on the permanence of the Temple but Jesus points out that all the stones will be cast down. Things change and God doesn't.  This moment will pass but God is always with us. Change is what happens, transitions is cooping with it. Make the commitment today.

1 Samuel 1:4-20

1 Samuel 2:1-10

Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25

Mark 13:1-8

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Note: A baptism and Commitment Sunday for giving in 2016 also happened in this worship.

The Sacrament of the Poor - Twenty Fourth Sunday After Pentecost - 8 November 2015 - Year B - Proper 27

Homeless woman with dogs  | Originally uploaded by Franco Folini

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the widow's mite story in the context of Jesus' revolutionary view of having everyone being viewed as a child of God rather than the categories that we as humans seem to want to place people. Can we see the poor?  Can we see the poor as children of God?

From the Revised Common Lectionary - Click here
Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17

Psalm 127

Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44

O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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Parish Announcements including a story of impact of giving in changing lives elsewhere by this Parish -

Redeeming Laughter - 24th Sunday after Pentecost - 7 November 2015

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The Rev David Lillvis proclaims Jesus observation of a widow’s giving in the light of humor. Can we integrate a sense of humor in living the life of Christ. He notes that humor loosens us up, calls us into community, and gives us healing for new possibilities in life.

Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17

Psalm 127

Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44

O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Feast for All People - All Saints Day - 1 November 2015 - Year B

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The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims Isaiah and John tells us that these scripture where we know who we are, where we have come from, and where we are going to that heavenly banquet.  Death will be no more.

Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 24
Revelation 21:1-6a
John 11:32-44



Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

For All You Saints - All Saints Day - 31 October 2015 - Year B

By Luca di Tomme (http://pintura.aut.org/BU04?Autnum=12.225)
[Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

The Rev Katheryn M King proclaims Jesus’ resurrection of Lazarus and by God’s power we are all the saints, the body of Christ, the communion of saints here and now and to eternity.

Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 24
Revelation 21:1-6a
John 11:32-44



Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

In a Blind Beggars Clothes - 22nd Sunday after Pentecost - 25 October 2015 - Year B

By Haffitt (Own work)
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via Wikimedia Commons

22nd Sunday After Pentecost from Mackinac Video Productions on Vimeo.

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards tells the story of healing by Jesus and asks the question, “Are we willing to throw off who we are in order to be healed by Jesus?”

Job 42:1-6, 10-17

Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22)

Hebrews 7:23-28
Mark 10:46-52

 

Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

James Deaton shares his journey to Grace as part of the Stewardship Ministry Team's 2015 Education Emphasis. This week's topic is: Grace Happens Here - In Worship & Prayer.

Sons of Thunder - 21st Sunday after Pentecost- Year B - 18 October 2015

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the gospel of Mark and James and John ask Jesus to be chosen to lead when Jesus is gone. Jesus answers that it is not him to choose. What are we doing daily to define who we are as Jesus disciples.

Job 38:1-7, (34-41)

Psalm 104:1-9, 25, 37b

Hebrews 5:1-10
Mark 10:35-45

Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Shackles of the Soul - 20th Sunday after Pentecost - Year B - 11 October 2015

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The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the gospel of Mark and the teachings of Jesus with this young righteous man question of how to gain eternal life. Jesus loves this man as God loves all, but asks him to free himself to shackles of possessions and be with Jesus. Can we release ourselves from the shackles of our souls?

Revised Common Lectionary readings for this Sunday:

Job 23:1-9, 16-17

Psalm 22:1-15

Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31

Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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One Hard Saying - 20th Sunday after Pentecost - Year B - 10 October 2015 - 500 pm

Heinrich Hofmann [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

The Rev Katheryn M King tells the Jesus story from Mark of a righteous man also known as “The Rich Young Ruler” who is eager to do the right thing for eternal life. Jesus who loves the man only as God can do, asks him to sell all and then follow Jesus. Are we willing to give it all, transform our heart and soul, and make God the center of our life?

From the Revised Common Lectionary ...

Job 23:1-9, 16-17

Psalm 22:1-15

Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31

Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Connie Riopelle, interim director of Jubilee House, a ministry of Grace Episcopal Church, tells of this ministry through sharing a story ..

Of Pharisees and Jesus - Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

James Tissot [No restrictions or Public domain],
via Wikimedia Commons

The Very Rev Daniel P Richards proclaims the hard words of Jesus, Hebrews, and Job. Are we Pharisees or are we Christians? Do we condemn people for their brokenness and sin or do we take them like a little child and bring them back to the grace of a loving and forgiving God again, and again, and again?

Job 1:1; 2:1-10

Psalm 26

Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10:2-16

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.