Sermon–July 1, 2012–Pentecost 5B

Fifth Weekend of Pentecost B Preached at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Muskegon, MI, while on Internship. Lamentations 3:22-33 Psalm 30 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Mark 5:21-43 I don't know why my early childhood keeps coming to mind when I write sermons, but two weeks in a row you are getting a glimpse into the early years … Continue reading Sermon–July 1, 2012–Pentecost 5B

Sermon–June 24, 2012–Pentecost 4B

Fourth Weekend of Pentecost B Preached at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Muskegon, MI, while on Internship. Job 38:1-11 Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41 From the moment I was born, my family has had dogs. German Shepherds are our breed of choice—one day I hope to have one or two of my own. … Continue reading Sermon–June 24, 2012–Pentecost 4B

“My Shoes Are Too Tight”

"Something my father said. He was old, very old at the time. I went into his room, and he was sitting alone in the dark, crying. So I asked him what was wrong, and he said, "My shoes are too tight, but it doesn't matter, because I have forgotten how to dance." I never understood … Continue reading “My Shoes Are Too Tight”

Sermon–May 13, 2012–Easter 6B

Sixth Sunday of Easter B Preached at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Muskegon, MI, while on Internship. Acts 10:44-48 1 John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17 I knew very early on in life that there was no way I could ever grow up and become a lawyer. For one, I can't memorize laws. I'm terrible at memorizing anything, … Continue reading Sermon–May 13, 2012–Easter 6B

Confirmation Sunday

Last Sunday my church celebrated as 8 youth celebrated their rite of Confirmation. I remember little of my own Confirmation (for those who don't know me, I have issues remembering everything), except for my faith statement and that the only other person Confirmed that day was one of my best friends. But what is Confirmation? … Continue reading Confirmation Sunday