Is Now A Good Time?

“Is Now A Good Time?” Mark 9:2-9 This morning we’re closing out our series of looking at the miracles Jesus performed in his life on earth. Of course he did many more than we have looked at over the last few weeks, but it’s a start. We stopped and paused...

What Have You To Do With Me?

“What have you to do with me?” Mark 5:1-20 Ever have one of those moments where you’re walking down the street, or through the mall and off in the distance you see someone you know? So you start to wave and smile, you’re happy to see your friend! As you...

An Open Letter To The Church

My friends, The future of the United Church of Canada concerns me. The statistics over the last 20 years have been alarming, and the projection for the next 20 years are heart-breaking as we watch a once influential and well respected church decline so dramatically....

Why Are You So Afraid?

“Why Are You So Afraid?” Mark 4:35-41 Who here has been on an airplane? Do you remember the first time you flew? How did you feel? Maybe a little excited? Maybe a little bit nervous (you know, just a little)? It can be a little nerve-racking for sure. You are, after...

What Are You Doing?

“What Are You Doing?” Mark 3: 1-6 So this weekend we introduced the kids to Star Wars. It started when they wanted to play Star Wars Monopoly. Well it was a hit. But of course it’s a little tricky to explain places, ships and characters when they haven’t...