All Souls Parish Sermons episodes:

• May 26, 2024the First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday

  Emily Hansen Curran

  Emily Hansen Curran, our Associate for Ministry Development, discusses the

  story of Nicodemus and the concept of being "born again.” She reclaims this

  phrase and emphasizes that it involves a profound personal and communal

  transformation. Her sermon highlights that true spiritual rebirth requires

  embracing uncertainty, vulnerability, and a willingness to start anew.

  Emily underscores the importance of community in supporting each other

  through this journey of faith .

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• May 19, 2024Pentecost

  the Rev. Phil Brochard

  The Rev. Phil Brochard reflects on the disciples waiting for the Holy

  Spirit after Jesus’ ascension, emphasizing that they couldn't have

  anticipated the transformative experience of Pentecost. He suggests that

  authentic communication and connection, driven by the Holy Spirit, are

  crucial for Christians. The sermon encourages listening and loving

  communication as ways to bridge divides and foster deeper connections with

  God and others.

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• May 12, 2024the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Celebrating the Feast of the Ascension

  the Rev. Emily Boring

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• May 06, 2024the Sixth Sunday of Easter

  the Michael Drell

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• April 28, 2024the Fifth Sunday of Easter

  the Rev. Phil Brochard

  In this sermon, the Rev. Phil explores the metaphor of the vine from John's

  Gospel, emphasizing spiritual pruning as essential for growth. By removing

  life's unneeded parts, we focus more on deepening our relationship with God

  and building resilience in personal life and in community.

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• April 21, 2024the Fourth Sunday of Easter

  the Rev. Phil Brochard

  This sermon reflects on the symbolism of Christ as the Good Shepherd, an

  image prominent in Christian art and practice throughout the centuries. The

  Good Shepherd metaphor emphasizes Jesus' dedication to safeguarding his

  flock, offering reassurance and a sense of safety amidst life's challenges.

  The sermon encourages us to apply the example of the Good Shepherd in our

  own lives, accompanying one another to the difficult places and showing

  others that we are always worthy of help, love, and care.

  Link to “The Call” podcast from This American Life, referenced in the

  sermon.

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• April 14, 2024the Third Sunday of Easter

  the Rev. Emily Boring

  Focusing on the ministry of presence, the sermon illustrates how small,

  physical gestures can offer immense comfort during crises. Through stories

  from hospital chaplaincy, the speaker describes how simply being present

  and offering physical tokens of comfort, like holding a hand or providing a

  quiet presence, can deeply affect those suffering. This approach

  demonstrates the deep impact of embodying Christ's compassion and presence.

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• April 07, 2024the Second Sunday of Easter

  Harlowe Zefting

  In this sermon, seminarian Harlowe Zefting explored the story of Doubting

  Thomas, highlighting that doubt can lead to deeper faith. She challenged

  the negative connotation of doubt, suggesting that asking questions is part

  of a dynamic faith journey. The sermon emphasized the community's role in

  supporting each individual's spiritual journey, linking personal

  experiences of faith to the collective strength found in church fellowship.

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• March 31, 2024Easter Sunday

  The Rev. Phil Brochard

  In this Easter Sunday sermon, the Rev. Phil Brochard reflects on the

  unexpected joy and fear experienced by the women at Jesus’ tomb. He

  explores how fear often silences us, preventing the sharing of

  transformative truths. Emphasizing resurrection as a continuous, unfolding

  reality, he invites us to trust that Jesus’ presence is always ahead of us,

  guiding us towards hope and new beginnings.

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• March 30, 2024the Great Vigil of Easter

  The Rev. Emily Boring

  Reflecting on her first Holy Week at All Souls, the Rev. Emily explores the

  deep connection between personal faith and communal expression. The sermon

  delves into the emotional journey from Good Friday's solemnity to Easter

  Vigil's joy, illustrating how communal practices can mirror and magnify

  personal spiritual experiences. It concludes with a powerful message of

  unity and hope found in the shared celebration of Christ's resurrection. As

  members of Christ’s resurrected Body, we are never alone in our darkness or

  despair.

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