Sermon Recordings

We are dedicated to growing in faith, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—not just on Sundays.

Sermon recordings offer all of us, whether we can be in worship in person or not, the chance to reflect on God’s word and consider further how we can grow in faith and embrace God’s dreams for the world each day.

November 26, 2023

“Sermon Recording” by Guest Preacher – the Rev. Jennifer Ikoma-Motzko

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45 (Common English Bible) read by Jean Nelsen

November 19, 2023

“Growing in Gratitude” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Psalm 100 read by Jacob Truby

November 12, 2023

“Justice Rolling Down-Righteousness Everflowing,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Amos 5:21-24 read by Dee Stannard

October 29, 2023

“Growing Generosity,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 41:46-57 read by Maggie Wooley

October 15, 2023

“Love That Will Not Let God Go,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32, read by Laura Whitney Featuring: “When Jacob Held God,” by the Rev. Lindsey Anderson, with the voice of Jacob read by Ernie Beachey and the voice of God read by Laura Whitney

October 8, 2023

“Listening Stones” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22, read by Bill McClure

October 1, 2023

“Growing in Hospitality,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8, read by Jacob Truby

September 24, 2023

“Into the Unknown,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, read by LuAnne Larson

September 24, 2023

“Into the Unknown,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, read by LuAnne Larson

September 17, 2023

“Honoring & Embracing Diversity,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, translated by Ted Hiebert, read by Ernie Beachey

September 10, 2023

“Awe and Sacred Appreciation-Wonder,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Genesis 2:4b-25 read by Barb Sutherland

Concluding video by Samantha Stidham. View her video again here: • Take the Goggles Off (Samantha Stidh…

September 3, 2023

“The Mathematics of the Possible Impossible,” by Guest Preacher, the Rev. Anna Kendig Flores

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21 read by Bill McClure

August 27, 2023

“Sabbath-ly in the World,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Genesis 2.1-3 and Luke 6.1-16 read by Dee Stannard Extended quote in this reflection is from: Mary Ann McKibben Dana, Sabbath in the Suburbs, (St. Louis, Missouri: Chalice Press, 2012), 23-24. To learn more about the author and book, visit: https://sabbathinthesuburbs.wordpress…

August 20, 2023

“Sabbath as Resistance” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15, read by Quentin Bratsch

August 13, 2023

“The Kingdom of Heaven is like…” by Guest Preacher, the Rev. John Curtiss

Scriptures: Romans 8:26-30, read by Jean Nelsen; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, read by John Curtiss

August 6, 2023

“God’s Foolish Way” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 read by Barb Sutherland

July 30, 2023

“Service Stories from Hastings, Nebraska” by Intergenerational Service Trippers

Scripture: Luke 10:29-37 read by Barb Sutherland Community Garden—Toby Carroll & Maggie Wooley United Harvest & Sack Lunch—Barb Beachey & Barb Sutherland Welcome Picnic for Seasonal Farm Workers—Lora Burge & Ken Wooley Growing Together as a Trip Family—Anika Carroll, Ted Carroll, & Clara Weyland

July 23, 2023

“A Time to Co-Create” by the Rev. Lora Burge

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25 read by Dee Stannard

July 16, 2023

“Prayer from a Process View,” by the Rev. Chuck Shultz

Scriptures: Jeremiah 29:12, Matthew 6:7, Romans 8:26, Thessalonians 5:17-21, Philippians 4:7 read by Laura Whitney

July 9, 2023

“Agents of Restoration,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11 read by LuAnne Larson

July 2, 2023

“Second Isaiah’s Message to Stir and Comfort”,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Isaiah 4:1-11, read by Dee Stannard

June 25, 2023

“Choosing God’s Way, Rather than the Quick Way,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, read by Maggie Wooley

June 11, 2023

“The Stakes Are High,” by the Rev. Lora Burge

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12 read by Maggie Wooley

June 4, 2023

“Common Things Reoriented for God’s Purposes,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47 read by Laura Whitney

May 28, 2023

“Languages for Connection and Understanding,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21 read by Ernie Beachey, Maggie Wooley, Gay Ward, Dee Stannard, Bonnie Felland, and Jacob Truby

May 21, 2023

“Prayer for the ‘Training Wheel-Next Chapter’ Moments(s),” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14 read by Gay Ward

May 14, 2023

“You Have an Advocate!” by Guest Preacher, the Rev. John Curtiss

Scriptures: Psalm 66:8-20, read by Jean Nelsen; John 14:15-21, read by John Curtiss

May 7, 2023

“Collaboration for the Good of All,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11 read by Ernie Beachey

April 30, 2023

“Transformation Needs All our Gifts Humbly Shared” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, Common English Bible translation read by Bill McClure

April 16, 2023

“Holy Humor-Bible Puns Galore!” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-6, 21-24, responsive reading led by LuAnne Larson Matthew 28:16-20, read by Pastor Kendra Grams

April 9, 2023

“Jesus Is With Us to Fill Our Wings,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, read by Bill McClure

April 2, 2023

“Protest, Prayer, and ACTION!” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 21:(1-10) 11-17, read by Craig Nelsen

March 26, 2023

“Caring for Christ” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, read by Ernie Beachey

March 19, 2023

“Come, Trusting Christ’s Light Is Enough,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-3, read by Laura Whitney

March 12, 2023

“Jesus – The Unrobed Guest,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-4, read by Barb Sutherland

March 5, 2023

“Love ‘Coins’ for All,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16, narrated by Barb Van Loenen

February 26, 2023

“Forgiveness Is NOT a Luxury,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, read by Dee Stannard

February 19, 2023

“Wonder,” by Rev. Lora Burge

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13, read by Barb Sutherland

February 12, 2023

“Golden Rule Means Choosing the Narrow Gate” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-20, read by Bill McClure

February 5, 2023

“The ‘Judging’ Path of Transformation” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-17, read by Vince Gin

January 29, 2023

“That Other God” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, 24-34, read by Jean Nelsen

January 22, 2023

“We ARE Salt & Light” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, read by Bill McClure

January 15, 2023

“Beginning with Jesus’ Gift of Blessing”” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, read by Maggie Wooley

January 8, 2023

“Grace Poured Out” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17 read by Gay Ward

December 24, 2022

“The Story Needed From Generation to Generation” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Luke 2:1-7, read by Bill McClure Luke 2:8-20, read by Pastor Lora Burge

With gratitude to Matthew Myre Boulton, whose podcast and essay inviting us to “Rethink Christmas” is quoted at length in this meditation.

See: Matthew Myer Boulton, “Understanding Christmas-Part Four: Rethinking Christmas,” Strange New World Podcast, Salt Project, 14 December 2021, https://www.saltproject.org/podcast-s… and Matthew Myer Boulton, “Rethinking Christmas,” Salt Project, 19 December 2022, https://www.saltproject.org/progressi…

December 18, 2022

“The Story of Jesus’ Birth According to Luke “ as shared in the Intergenerational Lessons & Carols Service

Scriptures: Luke 2:1-7, read by Mildred Livingston, with Maggie Wooley & Ken Wooley; Luke 2:8-14, narrated by Emily Van Ausdal, with Toby Carroll & the congregation; and Luke 2:15-20, read by Dorothy Johnson

December 11, 2022

“Co-Conspirators With God” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Isaiah 35:1-10, read by LuAnne Larson Matthew 1:18-25, read by Pastor Kendra Grams

December 4, 2022

“Do Not Be Afraid,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56, read by Laura Whitney, Jean Nelsen, Pastor Lora Burge, and Pastor Kendra Grams

November 27, 2022

Guest Preacher, the Rev. Erica Schemper

Scriptures: Isaiah 2:1-5, read by Gay Ward; Matthew 1:1-17, read by Erica Schemper

November 20, 2022

“Light to the Nations” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9 Read by Bill McClure

November 13, 2022

“For Such a Time As This” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture reading: Esther 4:1-17 read by Ernie Beachey, Pastor Lora Burge, and Pastor Kendra Grams

November 6, 2022

“Let Love Flow On” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Hebrews 11 (selected verses)-12:1 Read by LuAnne Larson

October 30, 2022

“Love in Community” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21 (Inclusive Bible translation)

Read by Maggie Wooley

October 16, 2022

“Courageous Love at the Core” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40 Read by Laura Whitney

October 9, 2022

“Love Remains-Remain in Love” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13, read by Craig Nelsen

October 2, 2022

“Simple Made Sacred by Love” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 13:1-17, 34-35 read by Pastor Lora Burge, Ernie Beachey, and Pastor Kendra Grams

September 25, 2022

“My Way on the Highway” by the Rev. Denise Dunbar-Perkins

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-2, 5, 7-11 (New Revised Standard Version), read by Barb Sutherland Galatians 5:1, 13-18 (International Children’s Bible), read by Barb Sutherland Luke 9:51-62 (New Revised Standard Version)

September 18, 2022

“Protest if you must, But God Equips the Called” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 2:23-25; 3:1-15; 4:10-17 read by Maggie Wooley, Pastor Lora Burge, and Pastor Kendra Grams

September 11, 2022

“God Promises Blessing to All” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-17 read by Laura Whitney

September 4, 2022

“Go!” by the Rev. Lora Burge

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9 read by Maggie Wooley

August 28, 2022

“Serve and Preserve Creation” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Genesis 2:4b-25 read by LuAnne Larson

August 21, 2022

Guest Preacher, Luke Roske-Metcalfe

Scriptures: Isaiah 58:9b-14 Luke 13:10-17 read by Craig Nelsen

August 14, 2022

“Give Thanks” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 17 Colossians 3:15-17 read by Jean Nelsen

August 7, 2022

“Speak Truth” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 16 Philippians 4:8 read by Jean Nelsen

July 31, 2022

“Share Generously” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 15 Acts 2:43-47 read by Laura Whitney

July 17, 2022

“Treasure Life” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 13 Psalm 139:13-16 To learn more about the Parliament of the World’s Religions and “The Global Ethic,” visit: https://parliamentofreligions.org/pro…

July 10, 2022

“Honor Life Givers” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 12 Hebrews 11 (selected verses)-12:1 “Honor Life Givers” is one way to reimagine for contemporary living God’s 5th Word to God’s people at Mt. Sinai. The video which concludes Pastor Kendra’s message includes wisdom from Life Givers known to the First Pres community (some of our longest members) and others known in the wider world. May their wisdom, and the wisdom of other Life Givers, help guide us in faithful living to nurture future generations.

July 3, 2022

“Rest” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 8-11 Mark 6:7, 12-13, 30-32

June 26, 2022

“Speak Carefully” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 7 Ephesians 4:29

June 19, 2022

“Embrace the Mystery” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1, 4 Psalm 145:1-12 (Common English Bible translation) Read by Ernie Beachey

June 12, 2022

“God First” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1-3 Matthew 22:34-40

June 5, 2022

“Into the Chaos,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 2:1-18, read by Craig Nelsen, Maggie Wooley, Laura Whitney, Bonnie Felland, and Tom Aitchison

May 29, 2022

“Witnesses-Peacemakers to the Ends of Earth,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14, read by Maggie Wooley

May 22, 2022

Sermon Recording – Guest Preacher, Rev. Phillip Romaine

Scripture: Revelation 21:10, 22:5, read by Barb Van Loenen

May 15, 2022

“Gift that Stretch Us” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams (delivered by Jean Nelsen)

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22, read by Bill McClure

May 8, 2022

“Peace Be With You” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams (delivered by Jean Nelsen)

Scripture: John 20:19-31 (read by Gay Ward)

May 1, 2022

“Playful Ponderings-including ‘Meanwhile’ Tribute,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9 (read by Ernie Beachey)

April 17, 2022

“Held by a God Who Lives-and Sends Us to the Community” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 20:1-18, read by Micah, Nancy, & Vince Gin

April 10, 2022

“Held by God Who Leads Us in the Ways of Peace” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 12:12-17, read by Laura Whitney

April 3, 2022

“Held by God Who Sends the Spirit” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 14:15-27, read by Bonnie Felland

March 27, 2022

“Held by God in Solidarity with the Poor” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture:

Deuteronomy 15:1-11, read by Craig Nelsen

John 12:1-8, read by Pastor Kendra Grams

March 20, 2022

“Held by God in Grief ” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 11:1-44 read by LuAnne Larson, Ernie Beachey, Maggie Wooley, and Pastors Lora Burge and Kendra Grams

March 13, 2022

“Held by a God who Tends Abundant Life” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 10:1-18 read by LuAnne Larson

March 6, 2022

“Held by a God who Heals” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 9:1-17, 28-38 read by Maggie Wooley and Pastor Kendra Grams

February 27, 2022

“Openness to Trans-formation,” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 7:37-52 (Common English Bible translation) read by Ernie Beachey

February 20, 2022

“Jesus is Bread and Gives Bread” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 6:35-48, (Common English Bible translation) read by Gay Ward

February 6, 2022

“The Samaritan Woman’s Inspiring Faith” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 4:5-30, 39-427, read by Ernie Beachey, Pastor Lora Burge, and Pastor Kendra Grams

January 27, 2022

“You ALL Must Be Born Anew” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 3:1-12, 16-17, read by Maggie Wooley

January 23, 2022

“God’s Blessings Flow, Even When Unnoticed” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 2:1-11, read by Gay Ward

January 16, 2022

“Come and See” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 1:35-46

January 9, 2022

“Remember Your Baptism” by the Rev. Lora Burge

Scripture: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22, read by Bill McClure

January 2, 2022

“All God’s Guiding Lights” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 (Common English Bible translation) Read by Bonnie Felland

December 24, 2021

“God Born Amid the Mess” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams.

Luke 2:1-7 read by Mildred Livingston

Luke 2:8-20 read by LuAnne Larson, the Rev. Lora Burge, and the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

December 21, 2021

“God in the Darkness – A Meditation for the Longest Night” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

December 19, 2021

“Seeking (and Sharing) Sanctuary” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55, read by Vince Gin

December 12, 2021

Close to Home-A Reader’s Theatre Christmas Pageant

December 5, 2021

“Laying the Foundations” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 1:47-80, read by Bonnie Felland & Ernie Beachey

November 28, 2021

“Crowded Around the Table” by the Rev. Erica
Schemper

Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 and Luke 21:25-36, read by Bill McClure

November 21, 2021

“Risking It For Community & Belonging” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17 (read by Laura Whitney)

November 14, 2021

“Boundary-Bridging, Other-Honoring Community!” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18, read by Ernie Beachey, Jean Nelsen, Pastor Lora Burge, and Pastor Kendra

November 7, 2021

“A Future with Hope Now & Always!” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14 (read by Laura Arthur)

October 31, 2021

“The Complex Truth of Faithful Return” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-4; 3:1-4; 10-13 (read by Craig Nelsen)

October 24, 2021

“God’s Future Even When Death and Destruction Loom” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Daniel 3:1, 8-30 Scripture read by Ernie Beachey, Maggie Wooley, and Pastor Kendra Grams

October 17, 2021

“God’s Persist Call to the Way of Love” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28, Common English Bible translation

October 10, 2021

“A Streaming Crescendo of Praise” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 146

October 10, 2021

“A Streaming Crescendo of Praise” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 146

October 3, 2021

“Thanksgiving to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 40

September 26, 2021

“Trust to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 27

September 26, 2021

“Trust to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 27

September 19, 2021

“Lament to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 69

September 12, 2021

“Praise to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 113

September 12, 2021

“Praise to Grow Deep” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 113

September 5, 2021

“Wisdom to Grow Deep“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 19

August 29, 2021

“Let Us Be Trees Planted by Streams of Water“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 1

August 22, 2021

“The Fruits of the Spirit All Around Us“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18, 22-23

August 22, 2021

“The Fruits of the Spirit All Around Us“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18, 22-23

August 15, 2021

“Everyday Sacrifice“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-3, 5-8, 15-16

August 8, 2021

“God’s GLORIOUS Outpouring“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 8, Hebrews 1:1-13

August 8, 2021

“God’s GLORIOUS Outpouring“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 8, Hebrews 1:1-13

August 1, 2021

“A Kissing Hand to Remind Us of God’s Love“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

August 1, 2021

“A Kissing Hand to Remind Us of God’s Love“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

July 25, 2021

“From Broken Truth to God’s Truth“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25

July 18, 2021

“Life-Giving Foolishness“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

July 4, 2021

“Let ALL God’s People Speak“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Joel 2:27-29 & 1 Corinthians 14:33b-36

June 13, 2021

“Love to See Us Through“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13

June 6, 2021

“Reaching Together for Delicious Mangoes“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

May 30, 2021

“Known and Loved Anywhere“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 139: 1-18

May 23, 2021

“Holy Questions“ by the Rev. Dr Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

May 16, 2021

“Devoted to Prayer “ by the Rev. Dr Kendra Grams

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

May 9, 2021

” No Hands But Ours “ by the Rev. Dr Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

May 2, 2021

” The Road of Dashed Hopes and Fragile Dreams “ by the Rev. Dr Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

April 25, 2021

“God’s Sacred Breath Calling God’s People to Caring of Creation” by the Rev. Dr Kendra Grams

Scripture: John 20:19-29

April 18, 2021

“Embodied Solidarity” by the Rev. Dr Raj Nadella

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Holy Humor, April 11, 2021

“God’s Gifts of Joy and Humor” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Team

Scripture: Genesis 2:4b-15, 15

Easter, April 4, 2021

“Receive the Good News Gently & Slowly” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

March 28, 2021

“Jesus Leads the Way through Grief & Goodness Interwined” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 29-40

March 21, 2021

“The Transformative Mystery of God’s Love” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Will Beachey

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

March 14, 2021

“Adaptability-Resilience-Persistence” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Peg Gagnon

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

March 7, 2021

“Caring in Community “ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Karen Morgan

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

February 28, 2021

“Cultivating Goodness, Joy, and Happiness “ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Josh Heikkila

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, 31-35

February 21, 2021

“Seeing Each Person & Our Connections!“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams & Gay Ward

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

February 7, 2021

“Jesus’ Overflowing Compassion & Limitless Love “ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 7:1-17

January 31, 2021

“Holding the Sabbath Gently “ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 6:1-16

January 24, 2021

“Yet, If You Say So…“ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

January 17, 2021

“Good News for the Poor Hits Home “ by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

January 10, 2021

“Come to the Water-Repentance & Hope in Time of Crisis” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 3:1-18, 21-22

January 3, 2021

“Those Who Dream…Persevere” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

December 20, 2020

“Annunciations of One Sort or Another” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

December 13, 2020

“Do Not be Afraid” Christmas Pageant 2020

December 6, 2020

“Those Who Dream…Prepare the Way” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Mark 1: 1-8

November 29, 2020

“Those Who Dream…Keep Awake” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

November 15, 2020

“The Holy Involved One” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Psalm 99

November 8, 2020

“Choose This Day (And Every Day!)” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25

November 1, 2020

“Forward in Faith” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17

October 25, 2020

“Continuing God’s Grand Story” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-12

October 18, 2020

“Picking Up the Pieces” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus : 33:1-4, 12-23

October 11, 2020

“The Idol of Comfort” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus : 32:1-14

October 4, 2020

“Ten Words for Freedom Living in Communion and Community” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus : 1-4, 7-9, 12-20

September 27, 2020

“Thirst-Quenched” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14

September 20, 2020

“God’s Daily Gifts” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-21

September 13, 2020

“Red Sea Decision Points” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 14:19-31

September 6, 2020

“Difficult Both-And’s” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

August 30, 2020

“Burning Bush in Everyday Life” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

August 23, 2020

“Standing Firm in the Way of Life and Changing History” by the Rev. Dr. Kendra Grams

Scripture: Exodus1:8-2:10

August 16, 2020

Yesterday, while our pastor was on vacation, we enjoyed the gifts of the wider church and were led in worship by siblings in Christ from the Presbytery of the Twin Cities Area (our regional church body) and the wider denomination! Yesterday our guest preacher was the Rev. Gregory Bentley, Co-Moderator of the 224th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and Pastor, Friendship Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, Alabama. “Go Forward” The Rev. Gregory Bentley

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-18

August 9, 2020

Yesterday, while our pastor and director of music were on vacation, we enjoyed the gifts of the wider church and were led in worship by siblings in Christ from the Presbytery of the Twin Cities Area (our regional church body) and the wider denomination! Yesterday our guest preacher was the Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett, Executive Director of the Presbyterian Mission Agency!: “Tears of Lament” The Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett.

Scripture: John 11:28-44