by revnick | Jan 19, 2012 | Reflections
There have been times where I hear wedding stories from fellow clergy and really want to tear up my license to marry and send it back to the government. (note: of course all weddings I have done have been very lovely and special) But there are so many horror stories...
by revnick | Jan 17, 2012 | Sermons
“Wholly Holy” Isaiah 6:1-8; Matthew 16:13-19 It was 2 years ago this weekend when I, myself, was covenanted with the good people of Carman United Church in Sydney Mines. A service that marked the end of a long journey that began 7 years before, when I was moved by the...
by revnick | Jan 16, 2012 | Sermons
“Some Get Up And Go” Mark 2: 1-12 We’re going to deal with some difficult scripture readings from the life of Jesus over the next few weeks. Namely, we’re going to look at miracles. Miracle stories in the Bible can be tough for us to read at times. These...
by revnick | Jan 12, 2012 | Words to the Church
Sometimes we find little nuggets in places we never expect to find them. In fact, I have to say I’m going to refer to someone I might never have predicted I would refer to on this blog. There was a recent article in the United Church Observer magazine where they...
by revnick | Jan 9, 2012 | Sermons
“Into What Then Were You Baptized?” Acts 19:1-7 Growing up I was involved with Cubs and Scouts. I enjoyed it. The things we learned by earning badges, spending time with friends, exploring the outdoors on hikes and camping trips. I also remember we had to state the...
