Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33 The week I learned to ride a bike nearly 50 years ago was quite an adventure. Training wheels were nowhere to be seen; my parents had bought one that was ready to go. The only problem was…
Gospel: Matthew 14:13-21 As I continue to reflect on my time here at St. Stephen’s, I find today’s Gospel reading particularly relevant to life at this place. This passage, Matthew’s version of what we know as the Feeding of the…
Gospel: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 In writing this sermon I found myself moving from a very particular set of questions that I started with to a completely unexpected answer at the end. For me, it was a strong example of how…
Gospel: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Last week our Gospel passage was about scattering seed and seeing what grows, and where. I took one additional step and talked about dealing with trying to scatter seed on shifting ground. Today, we’re back with…
Gospel: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 At the outset let me say this: I’m no gardener. My thumbs are anything but green. Together with my poor hunting and fishing skills, gardening is that third area that reflects why it’s good Amy and…