The Great Litany
Remember not, Lord Christ, our offenses, nor the offenses of our forefathers; neither reward us according to our sins.
Tag: Lent
First Sunday in Lent
God did not cause his suffering; instead, it resulted from Christ's faithfulness to his reconciling mission. By suffering and dying, Jesus defeated death and su...
Ash Wednesday
Rituals are essential, and the imposition of ashes is only a part of the larger ritual for Ash Wednesday.
Sermon: Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King
We must come with no expectation, with all humility, and with love, love for God and love for our neighbor.
Palm Sunday Virtual Worship
The Palm Sunday Virtual Worship Service from the Second Congregational Church in Beverly, Massachusetts.
Sermon: Breath of Hope
This is a reformation of sorts; the stone has been rolled away, and the Church has been called out of the tomb, and I can say with confidence that she has embra...
Sermon: Jesus Calms the Storm
The world seems to be spinning out of control, and along comes Jesus and reminds us that all will be well. He places his hand on our shoulder and says to us, fe...
Scripture Journey for Lent
A Scripture Journey for Lent
The Mind of Christ
As many of you know, I am a living historian. What that means is, I try to recreate, or reenact if you will, a certain period. To do this, I need to not only ...
Midweek Meditation: Poverty of Spirit
“Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” These words begin one of the most famous sermons preached during the time of J...