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November 8, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley approaches the parable of the bridesmaids with a different question: Why did the bridegroom refuse to open the door? Rather than focusing only on readiness…
November 1, 2026
In this sermon, Pastor Lesley reflects on the Beatitudes by reexamining the word “blessed” and inviting the congregation to hear it as “living the good life.” Rather than defining the…
October 25, 2026
In this Reformation Sunday homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on Martin Luther’s journey through storm, struggle, and discovery, reminding us that reformation is not just something that happened in the past…
October 11, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on the opening line of Psalm 23, inviting the congregation to claim with bold trust that the Lord is our shepherd and that in…
October 4, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on Paul’s deep longing in Philippians to know Christ—not merely as information or doctrine, but as a living relationship that transforms everything. She points…
September 27, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on Paul’s call in Philippians to be of one mind in Christ. Using the movie Drumline as an illustration, she shows how true strength…
September 6, 2026
In this sermon, Pastor Lesley reflects on Matthew’s call to Christian community, reconciliation, and life together as the body of Christ. She imagines the early church trying to live faithfully…
August 30, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on Peter’s very human struggle to follow Jesus faithfully. One moment Peter boldly confesses that Jesus is the Messiah, and the next he tries…
August 23, 2026
In this homily, Pastor Lesley reflects on Jesus’ question to the disciples: “Who do you say that I am?” In a world filled with competing powers, voices, and loyalties, she…
August 9, 2026
In this message, Marilyn Hopkins reflects on Peter stepping out of the boat to walk toward Jesus and reminds us that faith often means leaving the safety of what feels…