by Neil Ellis | Jan 3, 2021 | Sermons
Point Towards Jesus Point Towards Jesus We are still in the Christmas season. Our gospel passage today is a retelling of the nativity from John’s gospel. A prominent figure in this version of the nativity is John the Baptist, who urges us to point towards Jesus....
by Neil Ellis | Dec 20, 2020 | Sermons
I’m Fine I’m Fine The hymn It is Well with My Soul speaks to a deep peace and understanding of what it means to be a beloved child of God. The feeling conveyed by this hymn brings to mind the reaction of Mary, when she learned the news that she would give...
by Neil Ellis | Dec 6, 2020 | Sermons
Born Out of Protest Born Out of Protest How did the church start? Where did Jesus find the roots of his ministry? What is the tradition that we continue in? These are important questions that inform us about our faith. Often when we ask how the church started we will...
by Neil Ellis | Dec 18, 2019 | Prayer
A Christmas Blessing A Christmas Blessing May the trust of Mary troubled by her strange call And Joseph’s encouragement besider her through all Be God’s gift to you. May the radiant brightness and light of the Star That hope and longing of searchers...
by Neil Ellis | Dec 22, 2017 | Prayer
Eternal God, thank you for coming and dwelling among us. Thank you for being vulnerable and allowing us to know you. As we prepare to celebrate Christmas may you be the focus of our hearts. May the words of your love be written on our hearts and shared in the gifts we...
