Monthly Archives: September 2016

More on God’s Economy

Posted on September 25, 2016 by Scottrick

Author’s note: I remain completely challenged by the issues of city life and its extremism; I admit that is no excuse and puts me in line with the rich fool in Luke’s story, regardless of my personal wealth.  So, I … Continue reading →

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Inspired by termination dust

Posted on September 23, 2016 by Scottrick

Breathe deep Snow sweet Sun waning In sky so deep. Stars shine Hope is born Even on the darkest morn. ~ stc

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You’re Kidding, Right?

Posted on September 18, 2016 by Scottrick

Scriptures: 1 Timothy 2: 1-7; Luke 16:1-13 Let us pray: May the words of my mouth and the meditations of all our hearts on this most puzzling of stories find, in the end, your true light illuminating our darkness. O … Continue reading →

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Flying Forward Reaching Back

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Scottrick

Author’s note:  This sermon was preached with theme and content  specifically crafted for a worshiping community going through a pastoral and missional transition.  As a guest preacher, one can step into such situations and offer insights peculiar to the journey … Continue reading →

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Politics of Paul – and Jesus

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Scottrick

Scripture: Philemon 1-21 Let us pray: Guide our minds, our hearts, O Redeeming One, that we might find guidance in this ancient letter of the faith. In your name we pray, Amen. How many of you get real snail mail … Continue reading →

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