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This podcast features homilies delivered at Douglas Congregational United Church of Christ -- a progressive, inclusive, open and affirming faith community located in Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan. To le... more
FAQs about Messages from Douglas UCC:How many episodes does Messages from Douglas UCC have?The podcast currently has 346 episodes available.
August 30, 2020Spirit-Led LivingToday’s message is about taking up your cross and denying yourself. Learn how to crucify the false self, so you can resurrect the true self -- the "Christ Self," the "Divine Self." Pastor Sal shares wisdom from John of the Cross and puts the symbolism of the cross in a new light....more10minPlay
August 23, 2020Who Do You Say That I Am?Jesus asks, "Who do you say that I am?" Is he a savior, lord, way-shower, teacher, friend, or…? How has your understanding changed over time? Pastor Sal talks about what Jesus looked like and who he was, sharing wisdom from John Pavlovitz and Traci Blackmon....more9minPlay
August 16, 2020Jesus and the Persistent WomanA Canaanite woman asks for her child to be cured. Jesus tells his disciples to send her away, but the woman persists and Jesus changes his mind. Pastor Sal explains that Jesus had to struggle with his humanity before he came to understand that his message was for all, regardless of culture or gender....more9minPlay
August 09, 2020Walking on WaterWhen a boat carrying several apostles is caught in a storm, Jesus arrives and says, ‘Do not be afraid. Peace.’ Today, Pastor Sal talks about living fearlessly in the midst of worries and fears. He shares wisdom from Richard Rohr and Marianne Williamson....more8minPlay
August 02, 2020The Spiritual Law of AbundanceAre you living an abundant life or are you in "Scare City"? In multiplying the loaves and fish, Jesus illustrated the Spiritual Law of Abundance. Today, Pastor Sal explores how we can live life more abundantly, sharing wisdom from Pope Francis, Eckhart Tolle, Norman Vincent Peale, and others....more10minPlay
July 26, 2020The Treasure WithinIn today’s gospel, Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a mustard seed, a pearl, yeast, and hidden treasure. Pastor Sal explores how these parables point to the location of the Kingdom of Heaven inside of us....more12minPlay
July 19, 2020Climbing the Spiritual LadderIn the Old Testament, Jacob dreamt of a ladder reaching into the heavens. Today we learn from Isaac of Nineveh, John Shelby Spong, and Hindu Chakras as Pastor Sal talks about how to find the ladder within you and connect with the Presence of the Divine....more11minPlay
July 12, 2020Sowing Seeds of LovePastor Sal talks about the parable of the sower, the powerful spiritual principle of sowing and reaping, and how to put the principle into practice....more10minPlay
July 05, 2020Independence SundayToday we celebrate both our independence and our interdependence. As Emma Lazarus said, 'None of us are free, until all of us are free.'...more10minPlay
June 28, 2020Open and Affirming SundayWe are proud to be among the first to publicly affirm the inclusion of gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and transgender persons in our church's life and ministry. We celebrate the gifts with which the LGBTQ community blesses our church family and our world....more9minPlay
FAQs about Messages from Douglas UCC:How many episodes does Messages from Douglas UCC have?The podcast currently has 346 episodes available.