Sermon Archives

Mark’s gospel where ten men were healed of a terrible disease. Nine men turned away. One returned to give thanks to Jesus. What group do you follow?

Today in our Gospel lesson we hear the story of how Jesus heals Simon’s mother-in-law, who was sick in bed with a fever. And then we hear of how they brought to Jesus all who were sick and possessed with demons so that the whole city was gathered and he cured many who were sick [...]

This special message from The Rev. Sarah Lee-Faulkner, Assistant to the Bishop of the Southwestern PA Synod explores the lessons of the day from Paul in his letter to the Corinthians as it relates to approaching differences and disagreements and the spirit of knowledge and love.

Today in our Gospel lesson we have a fishing theme as we hear the story of Jesus calling Simon and Andrew, James and John, who were all fishermen. And what gets these men to drop everything and become his disciples is that he says to them, “Follow me and I will make you fish for [...]

This special message from Dianna Wentz, a member of St. John’s as well as an ELCA Diaconal Minister, explores the lessons of the day from Samuel, from Corinthians and from the gospel message where we are called to come and see!

Celebrating “The Holy Name of Jesus” this sermon is based on Phillipians 2. In ancient days to know someone’s name meant having power over that person. Having the mind of Christ, and bearing his name we have the privilege of emptying ourselves and being others’ servants instead of having power over them. God saves is [...]

The King of Kings has come down from heaven and given himself to us. At Christmas we rejoice in this most amazing gift, and all it means for our lives and our world. We have been given “Emmanuel – God with us”, and that has forever changed our lives. We are able to face the [...]

Based on the John and I Thessalonians readings, we are witnesses to the light on this Rejoice Sunday, and the light ,which is Christ, is gifted to us to shine in a dark world.

When we look to do something worthwhile, we must give it the time it deserves if we have the desire to do that thing right. Just as a good pot of gumbo takes time, just as a healthy prayer life takes time, so our preparation for Christ’s coming also deserves our time. Our God took [...]