Father Ted uses C.S. Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe to explores the duality of God's nature—good yet not safe—through biblical stories, including the Ark of the Covenant, David's praise, and John the Baptist's martyrdom. He emphasizes the importance of praise and witness in Christian life, encouraging believers to honor God and speak truth to power despite potential dangers.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Casey explores the complexities of biblical figures Saul and David, emphasizing the importance of recognizing both their flaws and virtues. The speaker warns against oversimplifying historical and biblical narratives, urging a nuanced understanding. Finally, the challenges of True Christian Love involve accepting people as they are, seeing beyond idealized perceptions.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Seventh Sunday After Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Danielle Shroyer’s sermon explores David's multifaceted grief for Saul and Jonathan, highlighting his wisdom, emotional depth, and the transformative power of love. Through personal reflections on grief, the speaker underscores how love dignifies and heals, even amid complex and painful circumstances, culminating in a shared acknowledgment of God's divine love.

Sermon preached by Danielle Shroyer on The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Ted reflects on the biblical story of David and Goliath, emphasizing themes of divine reversal where God exalts the lowly and humbles the proud. It explores the fulfillment of Hannah's prophecy, urging action against modern injustices and highlighting the importance of faith and courage in aligning with God's will.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Gift Sunday After Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

In his sermon, Father Ted reflects on the failures and lessons from the biblical figures Samuel, Saul, and David. It emphasizes the human aspects of their stories, the importance of faithfulness, and the valuable lessons we can learn from their successes and mistakes.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Casey explores the themes from 1 and 2 Samuel, focusing on Israel's transformation under David, the complexities of faith in power, and the dangers of self-serving bias. It emphasizes the necessity of honesty and humility in leadership and personal growth, urging self-awareness and integrity in recognizing our own faults before judging others.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Third Sunday After Pentecost and is the second in a series of sermons on 1 & 2 Samuel.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Ted begins what will be a summer-long exploration of the epic of Samuel. His sermon covers the story of Israel from the escape from Egypt to the arrival of Samuel, emphasizing God's authority and the people's quest for human kings. Key themes include obedience to God versus self, the importance of God's role in the narrative, and the call to follow God's guidance.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Second Sunday After Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Casey relates how curiosity fosters reconciliation in a divided world and deepens faith, as demonstrated by Nicodemus. Embracing curiosity, rather than assuming we have all the answers, helps us connect with others and explore the mysteries of faith, leading to personal and communal growth.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobew on Trinity Sunday.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Father Ted Clarkson recounts the remarkable story of Jarena Lee, a black woman preacher in the early American church, who defied gender norms to spread the gospel. He explores the blurred line between preaching and testimony, emphasizing the power of personal experience in sharing one’s faith. He concludes with a call for all to testify to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on Pentecost Day.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Exploring the complex emotions of Mother's Day, Father Casey traces its origins back to Julia Ward Howe's call for peace and justice. Drawing parallels to Jesus's teachings, he emphasizes the challenge of maintaining heavenly values in a worldly context, urging believers to embrace their identity as followers of Jesus while navigating the influences of the world. In true Father Casey fashion, he uses “The Matrix” as his movie reference to help illustrate his point.

Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Seventh Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.