by Neil Ellis | May 30, 2016 | Sermons
Our gospel lesson from this past Sunday has us looking at the story of the Centurion and his faith. Many might say this is a healing story and while a healing miracle is performed the real emphasis of the story is on the faith of the Centurion. This unnamed Centurion...
by Neil Ellis | May 24, 2016 | Sermons
This past Sunday was Trinity Sunday. A day in the church year where we celebrate the work of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The three-fold aspect of God. The passage from scripture that we are looking at this Sunday is perhaps not the most obvious choice when we...
by Neil Ellis | May 16, 2016 | Sermons
Today we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit, which is also the birthday of the Church. The Holy Spirit is the aspect of the Trinity that we often refer to as our sustainer. It is that invigorating presence which challenges us and propels us forward to do...
by Neil Ellis | May 9, 2016 | Sermons
This is our final look at Revelation. What is the final word from God for us as we consider the final words printed in the Bible. Does this represent the end or something else altogether? Text: Revelation 22: 12-14, 16-17, 20-21 The End...
by Neil Ellis | May 2, 2016 | Sermons
On the first Sunday in May St. Andrew’s celebrates its anniversary. For 183 years St. Andrew’s has existed as a community of faith, proclaiming God’s goodness and serving the community. It is fitting that this Sunday we are continuing our look at...
by Neil Ellis | Apr 18, 2016 | Sermons
This week we continue our look at Revelation as consider how a community of faith endure’s persecution, suffering and grief. We find that the central message in Revelation remains the same: Offer God worship. Text: Revelation 7: 9-17 Worship the Lamb...
