Sermons on John
Finding Our Way
This week’s text from John brings us alongside Philip and the other disciples as they begin to face the idea of “life after Jesus.” Jesus spoke words of reassurance and instruction to the disciples and to us today… helping us to remain grounded in Christ while navigating life in uncertain and difficult times.
Coming and Going
This week’s scripture reading from John draws our attention to Jesus as “the shepherd” as well as to Jesus as “the gate.” How do we hold these two images together? In what ways do those images challenge us and how do they lead us, in the gospel writer’s words, to “abundant life?”
Yes / And
Easter is more than a day… it’s a season! Join us this Sunday as we move into the season of resurrection and new life, gathering with Jesus, Thomas and the other disciples amid fear and doubt, to receive Jesus’ words of peace, presence and promise. Our guest preacher is the Rev. Lesley Brogan.
Maundy Thursday 2026
Join as we gather to remember the Passover meal where Jesus gathered with his disciples for a “last supper” and gave them a new commandment, “to love one another.”
The Good News Is… Rooted in Justice, Mercy and Faithfulness
We continue our Lenten sermon series… The Good News Is…! This week we explore a central component of Christ’s good news: Rooted in Justice, Mercy and Faithfulness.
The Good News Is… So Good It Catches Us by Surprise
As Lent prepares us and moves us toward the good news of Easter, today’s passages remind us that “the good news is… so good that it catches us by surprise!”
Come and See
Today we have the joy of celebrating the baptism of baby Julian! We’ll ponder Jesus’ invitation to discipleship, “come and see,” reflecting on what that means for Julian’s life as well as for each of our own.
Cherish: Ending Spiritual and Physical Hunger
Today Pastor Lori, Ken Brown, and Ron Jessee share updates on the Cal-Pac Annual Conference and reflections on this year’s theme, “Cherish.” What are concrete ways we can cherish those in our congregation and in the community around us?
What’s in a Name?
Today, Rev. Dan helps us explore the power of a name. What does it mean to “hallow” a name? Or to “profane” a name? Can a name describe not just a person but a relationship?
Where There Is Doubt, Faith
Drawing on the Prayer of Saint Francis and the story of the Apostle Thomas, Rev. Lesley Brogan reflects on the role of doubt in faith. Does a time of darkness and doubt open room for Jesus to meet us?