The Golden Rule is, most probably, the most culturally universal ethical tenet in human history – it has been a part of human thought for more than 4000 years. This suggests a golden link to human nature and its inherent …
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Listen as Andy Bachmann shares some thoughts on gender and spirituality in the modern era. Taking a hint from the second story of creation, he suggests that perhaps a reframing of the myths that have shaped our culture is a …
Continue readingScripture this morning comes from the gospel of Mark, but you can also find it in the gospels of Matthew and Luke; together all known as ‘the synoptic gospels.” To put the quote into context, it had been a busy …
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Last evening, I opened up my bible browser to look up the text that Andy had set to preach on… and, after reading through the section in Mark, decided that I wanted to add a bit more to this morning’s …
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As I mentioned earlier, tomorrow is the official celebration of Epiphany which, in Western Christianity, celebrates the revelation of God incarnate in the person of Jesus. Narratively, it is the day we celebrate the arrival of the Magi, who were …
Continue readingWe moved to Florida from Massachusetts when I was 8. We didn’t have extended family nearby for most of my life. On Thanksgiving Day, my parents, sister, and I could be found in the kitchen of Spring Hill United Church …
Continue readingJohn 1:1-5, “In the beginning was the Word. And the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The Word was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through the Word, and without the Word not …
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SCRIPTURE – translated by Stephen Mitchell in A Book of Psalms From Psalm 1: Blessed are those who have grown beyond their greed, who have put an end to their hatred and no longer nourish illusions. They delight in the …
Continue readingIn this section of parable-telling by Jesus, a common practice of life is sketched out in a single sentence – a woman is preparing bread dough. At the time this story was told and in the time in which it …
Continue readingThis Sunday, we take some time in our services to remember all the saints of our lives who have passed away as we will be continue our theme of, “Happiness is…” with Andy Bachmann’s reflection on “Good Grief!” Special music …
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On June 12, 2016, I woke near dawn to my phone chiming so frequently that the chimes were interrupting each other. “Are you ok? Were you there tonight? I just need you to respond so I know you are ok.” …
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This Sunday we are thrilled to welcome 15 new members to our congregation. We also get to participate in a baptism of a sweet little baby. Andy Bachmann will be reflecting on the meaning of joining together; and we’ll be …
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