by Secretary | Sep 5, 2016 | Sermons
Before the audio of the sermon begins I spoke briefly about the Children’s Story and then about one of the things we do each week at St. Andrew’s. After scripture has been read the reader says, “The word of the Lord” and everyone in the...
by Secretary | Sep 2, 2016 | Devotionals
When we think about what something costs, we usually equate that to price. What is the sticker price of an item and can we afford it? Routine items are generally affordable for most people. It is when we begin to consider items outside of our normal purchases that the...
by Secretary | Aug 30, 2016 | Prayer
Gracious God, As I wake to face the day I acknowledge that I am unaware of what will challenge me, Of who will cross my path, or of what beauty I may experience. What I do know is that you are my rock and my refuge. My every present helper during times of need. You...
by Secretary | Aug 29, 2016 | Sermons
If I were to sneeze right now most of you would probably respond in one of two ways. You would either say Gesundheit which is German and means roughly, “I wish you good health.” The other response you might provide is Bless You. Now saying ‘bless you’ to someone might...
by Secretary | Aug 27, 2016 | Devotionals
In our gospel lesson today Jesus tells the host of a party that by inviting the poor, the crippled, the lame and the blind he will be blessed. As I have reflected on this passage this week I have asked myself a series of questions what does it mean to be blessed? What...