06-25-23

Worship Service June 25, 2023 Prelude: “Jesus, Joy of Man’s Desiring” by J.S.Bach – Satoko Leisek, pianist Greetings Announcements Wise Words from John Gaul Hymn: “O Life … Read more

Who was Jesus?

The Gospel of Matthew proudly begins with the statement, “An account of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham.” The obvious and simple problem with this account is that Jesus was not biologically connected to Joseph, who was the descendant of David.

06-18-23

Father’s Day Worship Service June 18, 2023 Prelude: “Bolivar Blues” by Thelonius Monk – James Washington, pianist; John “Top Cat” Chatman, alto saxophone; Joe Lewis, bass; … Read more

What is a good father?

I was filled with amazement and fear when I met Roiy for the first time. I was amazed at the beauty of the little being who was full of life and innocence. Just being in his presence was inspiring and fulfilling. Yet, as much as I was amazed, I was filled with a deep fear because I had no idea how to be a good father to him.

06-11-23

Worship in Meditation Service June 11th, 2023 Prelude – Blue, guest musician  Greetings & Announcements Wise Words from John Gaul Opening of the Word Contemplation I … Read more

Seeking Truth

Reading the Bible through the lens of Emanuel Swedenborg, I believed I was beginning to understand the book for the first time. After many years, I suddenly felt that my life-long thirst for seeking truth about life, and my life in particular, had disappeared. My mind was at peace for the first time and with a degree of understanding about life, the world, and myself.

06-04-23

Communion Worship Service June 4, 2023 Prelude: “Prelude in C major” by J. S. Bach – Satoko Leisek, pianist *Greetings Announcements Wise Words from John Gaul *Hymn: “Creating God, Your … Read more

What is mercy?

Both Isaiah and Luke intentionally use the word “mercy” as the essential nature of God. The Hebrew word for mercy is racham, which means “to love or to have compassion.” In Greek, the word for mercy is oikkos, which also means “to pity or to have compassion on.”

Who is a soldier?

When our ancestors began to make metal weapons around 3,300 B.C., their main target was no longer forces in nature, but other humans. Ever since, humanity has never been free of wars and thus, the pain, sadness, and sorrow caused by wars fills our history.

05-21-23

Worship Service May 21, 2023 Prelude: “For Nenette” by Bill Evans – James Washington, pianist  Greetings Announcements Wise Words from John Gaul Hymn: “Spirit of God, … Read more