My dear friends. It is Easter morning. I am standing in a nearly empty church sharing a message about an empty tomb. This was not how I planned to proclaim Easter, and I know it was not how you planned to celebrate Easter, either. Empty is not the word we usually focus on at Easter! We use words like “risen” or “hallelujah”…
Deliver us from evil. Jesus taught the disciples as they wanted to learn to pray. At West Grove, we have been studying the familiar and profound words of Lord’s Prayer this Lent. In the somber and realistic evaluation of our world, the sixth petition of Jesus’ prayer levels with God- bring us not into the time of trial and rescue us from…
Maundy Thursday, 7pm There is nothing like summertime with bare feet and the grass and sand between your toes! Beachgoers the world over, know that after you have spent time on the sands, whether you call it the shore or beach, you need to wash your feet well before you enter the house. Regardless of whether you wore sneakers, sandals, or let…
Maundy Thursday—Noon There is nothing like summertime with bare feet and the grass and sand between your toes! Beachgoers the world over, know that after you have spent time on the sands, whether you call it the shore or beach, you need to wash your feet well before you enter the house. Regardless of whether you wore sneakers, sandals, or let the…
There is an old tale told about a preachers’ get together from days gone by. Maybe you know it. Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, “Our people come to us and pour out their hears, confess certain sins and needs. Let us do the same for each other. Confession is good for the soul.” In…