Sermons
“Jesus announces salvation to a tax collector” (Gospel of Luke, Lent Meditation 4)
This Lent we’re using our whole bodies, especially our imagination, as we meditate on Christ’s suffering for us. Our meditation today is based on a story in the Gospel according… Read more
“Jesus gives sight to a blind beggar” (Gospel of Luke, Lent Meditation 3)
This Lent we’re using our whole bodies, including our imagination, to help us meditate on Christ’s suffering for us. Our meditation today is based on a story in the Gospel… Read more
“Living stones: stumbling & supporting” (Zion 150th anniversary)
Rocks and stones Rocks and stones have been important to this congregation from its inception. As many of you know, the group of Lutheran farmers who settled here arrived from… Read more
“Jesus’ feet are anointed” (Gospel of Luke, Lent Meditation 2)
This Lent we’re using our whole bodies, including our imagination, to help us meditate on Christ’s suffering for us. Our meditation today is based on a story in the Gospel… Read more
“Jesus is betrayed & arrested” (Gospel of Luke, Lent 2)
A kiss Think about the last kiss you gave? It might have been to your spouse as a sign of affection. Perhaps you kissed your grandchild hello when you last… Read more
“Jesus is tested in the wilderness” (Gospel of Luke, Lenten Meditation 1)
This Lent we’re using our whole bodies, including our imagination, to help us meditate on Christ’s suffering for us. Our meditation today is based on Luke’s account of Jesus’ temptation… Read more
“Jesus prays in the garden” (Gospel of Luke, Lent 1)
Today we’re going to explore the question: Why doesn’t God seem to answer our prayers to save us from trouble? We pray: Heavenly Father, send us your Holy Spirit to… Read more
“Judas agrees to betray Jesus” (Gospel of Luke, Ash Wednesday)
I invite you to relax your body. You might like to sit with your arms on your lap. If you wish you may like to close your eyes. ‘Now the… Read more
“Veiled glory” (Gospel of Luke, Transfiguration)
Lightning fast The other week I was watching a lightning storm with my daughter. It was a frustrating experience. I would see a flash of fork lightning. “Look over there,”… Read more
“Overflowing love and mercy” (Gospel of Luke, Declaring the kingdom in Galilee #4)
In our gospel reading, Jesus continues the so-called “Sermon on the Plain.” This section is all about love. He opens with a bold statement, “Love your enemies.” Who are your… Read more
