Sermons

During his sermon on Sunday, May 21, 2017, the Rev. Bernie Poppe presented a very informative session – "Episcopal Church 101" – a high-level introduction to the history of The Episcopal Church from the formation of the early Christian Church up through current times. Read more

When Father Poppe contacted me and asked me to do this I didn’t have to think about it. My answer was an immediate YES! My questions to him were, “Do I have to use the readings and can I add some music?” His advice was to try to incorporate the readings if possible and check with John on music. Well, this might be a stretch for the readings but John was very accommodating in helping with a song we will do later. I feel so blessed to be able to come and share some of my thoughts on a topic that has shaped me as a Christian. Read more

“Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed.” – Proverbs 9:1-6 This simple verse should resonate with everyone here, because it touches on the basic elements of the Judeo-Christian meal, both sacred and secular. With a Jewish husband, and decades of Jewish holidays under my belt, this verse makes me immediately think of two of the essential Shabbat prayers: Read more

There is an unmistakable tendency in our everyday life in the world that, when we are confronted with a problem or an issue, we immediately turn to the resources available to us at the time. When catastrophe strikes or when you find yourself in uncertain terrain, you look to what is readily available to you as you try to solve the problem. Read more