Together, We Rise.

Together, We Rise.

From Rev. Ashley Harness, on Easter 2016. Listen here: Welcome to Easter morning. You are a beautiful sight to behold. Even though there are no men wearing Easter bonnets, my favorite mark of Easter morning from my childhood at what I lovingly call my Little Gay...
The Prodigal Child Has Gotten a Bad Rap

The Prodigal Child Has Gotten a Bad Rap

Preached by Fred Smith: The rather mis-named Parable of the Prodigal Child. Many people suggest that in all great myths, fairy tales, parables each of the characters represents a part of ourselves. So, in our parable today, we undoubtedly have greater and lesser...
King Sunday: Abundance & Beloved Community

King Sunday: Abundance & Beloved Community

Rev. Ashley Harness Scripture: John 2: 1-11 Weddings. I love that the first sign pointing to God’s abundance that Jesus performs in the Gospel of John is at an event as ordinary as a wedding, and upon the request of his mother. I don’t know about you, but I have never...
Advent: Birthing Hope in Chaos

Advent: Birthing Hope in Chaos

Scripture: Luke 21: 25-36 Welcome to Advent, the season of darkness in which we await the birth of God with us – Emmanuel. I love this season. I love the cozy, dark and cold nights with a fireplace and family. I love the smell of Christmas trees and the ritual...
Thanksgiving: The Promise and Challenge of Gratitude

Thanksgiving: The Promise and Challenge of Gratitude

Psalm 139: 1-18, portions of The Color Purple Lyndale UCC—November 22, 2015 Rev. Dr. Rebecca Voelkel As a prayer this morning, I’d invite you to turn to Hymn 283 and join with me in song. And please feel free to harmonize as much as you are led. O God, you have...