Sermon, Oct. 21 – “Power of Prayer”

“Power of Prayer” Oct. 21, 2007 – Luke 18:1-8 A tale is told about a small town that had historically been “dry,” but then a local businessman decided to build a tavern. A group of Christians from a local church were concerned and planned an...

Sermon Oct. 7 “Bread of Life”

“Bread of Life” Oct. 7, 2007 – John 6:25-35 It was the weekend of my birthday when I found out I was coming to Montague. I waited by the phone for hours and hours, waiting for the call from Toronto. When I finally got the call, Meggin was one of the first I...

Sturgeon UC Anniversary Sermon, Sept. 30-07

I had the honour of being asked to preach at Sturgeon United Church’s 121st anniversary service this past weekend. “Tenders of the Light” Sturgeon Anniversary Service, Sept.30, 2007 Genesis 1:1-5, John 1:1-13 121 years, and still going. This congregation...

Sermon Sept. 23, 2007

“It Takes One to Know One” Sept.23, 2007 – Luke 16:1-13 “Clean out your desk and leave!” “Don’t come back!” “You’re fired!” What would you do if you heard these words? Everything you’ve worked for is gone. Where would you go? What...

Sermon August 12, 2007

“Where Are Our Hearts?” August 5, 2007 – Luke 12:32-40 All of the readings for this week in the lectionary speak, no challenge us with how we live our lives. We didn’t read all the scripture for this morning. We left out Isaiah and the Psalm, but they give...

Sermon August 5, 2007

“Riches” August 5, 2007 – Luke 12:13-21 I’d like to share a story called “The Rich Family in Church” by Eddie Ogan I’ll never forget Easter 1946. I was 14, my little sister Ocy was 12, and my older sister Darlene 16. We lived at home with...