Readings: Wisdom 12:13, 16-19; Romans 8:26-27; Matthew 13:24-30. Preacher: Gloria Ulterino I’ve spent time in prison. For a number of years I would go to one of the two prisons in town and lead Communion services once a month. I never knew who would cross my path. On one occasion I encountered a talented artist, who brought some of his… read more →
Readings: Isaiah 55:10-11; Romans 8:18-23; Matthew 13:1-23 Preacher: Margie Benza The joy of being one of rich soil! It is an immense endeavor and a lifelong journey for all of us—one that begins at birth and manifests itself through years of life experiences, prayer, reflection, conversion and hope. Where are you in the midst of this scripture passage? Jesus is… read more →
Readings: Zechariah 9:9-10; Romans 8:9, 11-13; Matthew 11:25-30 Preacher: Cathy Kamp “Yokes” were very important farming equipment in Jesus’ day. They made the work of oxen easier because the burden of weight was shared between two animals. But they had to fit just right to avoid harming the animals. They were tailor-made. There is a legend – some say that… read more →
Readings: 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16A; Romans 6:3-4, 8-11; Matthew 10:37-42 Preacher: Jeanne Mooney In this week’s gospel from Matthew, Jesus continues to prepare his disciples for their mission of healing and preaching his message. He warns them that as his followers, sometimes they will be persecuted, hated, and beaten; at other times, they will find open hearts, open doors, even… read more →
Readings: Jeremiah 20:10-13; Romans 5:12-15; Matthew 10:26-33 Preacher: Annie Horras About nine months ago I moved into St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality, which has been standing in the same spot on South Avenue for 75 years. The Catholic Worker movement, founded by Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin in 1933 in New York City, has been built upon the teachings of… read more →
Readings: Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14B-16A; 1 Corinthians 10:16-17; John 6: 51-58 Preacher: Alice Nation This weekend, the Church celebrates Corpus Christi, also known as the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. The celebration of this feast dates back to the 13th century. Some might remember this feast with the procession of the Eucharist through town. This tradition has all… read more →
Readings: Exodus 34:4B-6, 8-9; 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13; John 3:16-18 Preacher: Ruth Maier Today the Church sets before us a celebration of the Most Holy Trinity. Perhaps it’s a difficult celebration for some, like my friend who shakes her head and says, “ I just don’t get this Trinity thing.” She is in good company. Since the beginning, the greatest of… read more →
June 3-4, 2017 Readings: Acts 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:3B-7, 12-13; John 20: 19-23 Preacher: Margot VanEtten (Campus Minister, Newman Center at the College at Brockport) A burst of flame and the small group bursts out of their fear-locked room crying out in all languages undoing the curse of Babylon’s ill-conceived tower, bringing the promise of new life to all people… read more →
Readings: Acts 1:12-14; 1 Peter 4:13-16; John 17:1-11A Preacher: Ruth Marchetti Recently in a gathering of friends, one woman shared that before she died she wanted to go to jail—a most unusual “bucket list” item. She had no desire to take on a life of reckless crime; rather, she wanted to be willing to risk hardship and shame for a… read more →