Christmas Characters: Elizabeth and Zechariah

“Christmas Characters: Elizabeth and Zechariah” Luke 1:39-45, 57-64 Last week we looked at angels. And while we were looking at angels we heard how the angel Gabriel came to Zechariah. Zechariah is an old man. He’s a priest in the temple, one who was in charge...

Christmas Characters: The Angels

“Christmas Characters: The Angels” Luke 1:5-20, 26-38 And so we begin a new season in the church this morning. It’s the time of year when we sing about presents and snow and a big guy in a red suit, and bells and babies and also Christmas Angels. So I thought I...

May I Have Your Attention Please?

“May I Have Your Attention Please?” Luke 1:39-80 About 10 years ago I was sent to San Jose, CA for some training. As it happened, the Montreal Expos were playing the San Francisco Giants while I was there. My co-worker I was traveling with was a huge Montreal Expos...

Expecting the Expected

“Expecting the Expected” Isaiah 40:1-11 All the questions… “Are you excited for Christmas?” “What are getting for Christmas?” “What are you doing for Christmas?” “Are you going anywhere for Christmas?” “Are you ready for Christmas?” “Did you finish your...