Pastor Mike preaches on the non partiality of the hope of the resurrection, how the gospel is for all people, and the power inherent in the proclamation of the risen Christ before concluding that Christ's bodily resurrection is so essential to our faith that to deny it is to deny our faith and cuts us off from its power.…

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Happy Easter, everyone. Monterey Church, UCC Church on the Hill, Lenox (UCC)

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"Locked Doors" for the Second Sunday of Easter in Year C, April 27, 2025 Based on John 20:19-31. Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/4iphxg5 "Seeds and Ways" is a podcast series based on the United Church of Christ's weekly resources: "Sermon Seeds" and "Weekly Seeds." "Sermon Seeds" is for worship planners and includes passages from the Revis…

"This is not a sermon about what you should do but it is a sermon about what can happen. How, without much planning, or even the skills you think you need, you can end up following Jesus just one step at a time. A sermon about what could happen when God speaks through you and you draw the attention of the Empire. So, I guess, it’s a warning. That i…

March 23, 2024 / Series: Follow the Signs, week 3 / Season: Lent 3

Pastor Mike preaches on the various reactions of the perpetrators and onlookers of Jesus' crucifixion and how their responses are paralleled today.द्वारा Sermons from Rev. Mike Landsman, pastor of Zion's Stone UCC in Northampton, PA

Pastor Mike preaches on the link between the lambs slain and eaten at the first Passover and Christ's institution of the Eucharist.द्वारा Sermons from Rev. Mike Landsman, pastor of Zion's Stone UCC in Northampton, PA

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Pastor Mike preaches on the story of the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem contrasting that with a Roman triumph culminating with Jesus' enthronement on the cross.Palm Sunday, Year C: Luke 19:29-40; Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Philippians 2:5-11; Luke 23:1-49Photo by Silas Barr Photographyद्वारा Sermons from Rev. Mike Landsman, pastor of Zion's Stone UCC in Northampton, PA

On this episode of Fill the JAR, we talk with Rev. Ryan Downing of Faith UCC in Iowa City, and Chuck Hauck, a member there and leader on the Faith UCC Faith Works committee. We discuss ways for churches to embody solidarity with workers that are both accessible AND powerful for community and congregation alike. Enjoy! Citations: 1. “Way Out of No W…

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We have a standard of measuring those who would rule us, a ruler beyond the ruler. The ones these days aren't measuring up. Monterey Church, UCC Church on the Hill, Lenox (UCC)

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Keith prays the Invocation and Karen reads Scriptureद्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

Val preaches on the Gospel of Luke 19: 28-44द्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

"At Early Dawn" for the Resurrection Sunday in Easter Year C, April 20, 2025 Based on Luke 24:1–12 Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/42a6nY2 "Seeds and Ways" is a podcast series based on the United Church of Christ's weekly resources: "Sermon Seeds" and "Weekly Seeds." "Sermon Seeds" is for worship planners and includes passages from the Rev…

In his sermon this week, Pastor Vince shares the controversial opinion that we aren't required to do all that we can do.

Pastor Mike preaches on how in spite of St. Paul's many accomplishments, he considered all of them to be nothing in the light of knowing Jesus and necessity of growth in Jesus as we live with the resurrection as the goal to which we are striving towards.5th Sunday in Lent, Year C: Isaiah 43:16-21; Philippians 3:7-16; Luke 20:9-19…

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It could be that to claim citizenship in the Kingdom of God we put at risk out citizenship in the kingdoms of this world. Rest assured, this is to trade up. Monterey Church, UCC Church on the Hill, Lenox (UCC)

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Paul prays the Invocation and reads Scriptureद्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

Polly preaches from Exodus 4 and Matthew 7द्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

"Sent" for the Palm/Passion Sunday in Year C, April 13, 2025 Based on Luke 19:28–40. Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/42v54mo "Seeds and Ways" is a podcast series based on the United Church of Christ's weekly resources: "Sermon Seeds" and "Weekly Seeds." "Sermon Seeds" is for worship planners and includes passages from the Revised Common Le…

In her sermon this week, Pastor Rebecca preached on releasing control. She cites the poem "Welcoming Prayer" by Mary Mrozowski.

On this episode of Fill the JAR, we join Rev. Laura Cannata in conversation about her life, economic injustices baked into society that disable people and impoverish people with disabilities, and her work on the United Church of Christ Disability Ministries board. Learn how your congregation can and must become Accessible 2 All! ⁠https://uccdm.org/…

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John French preaches from the Epistle of Colossians 3: 1-17द्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

Paul Seavey prays the Invocation and reads Scriptureद्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

"Reclining" for the fifth Sunday in Lent in Year C, April 6, 2025 Based on John 12:1–8. "Seeds and Ways" is a podcast series based on the United Church of Christ's weekly resources: "Sermon Seeds" and "Weekly Seeds." "Sermon Seeds" is for worship planners and includes passages from the Revised Common Lectionary and a reflection for the week. "Weekl…

Dina DiFluri prays the Invocation and reads Scriptureद्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

Everything happens for a reason? Monterey Church, UCC Church on the Hil, Lenox (UCC)

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Pastor Vince shared the story of St. Francis' conversion, how he felt compelled to give up even his clothes to show his devotion to God. Vince doesn't think God requires all of that from us, but rather that we be "radically available" should the moment come.

Pastor Mike preaches on God speaking to Moses through the burning bush and how God uses things to grab our attention to draw us back to Christ.3rd Sunday in Lent, Year C: Exodus 3:1-15; I Corinthians 10:1-13; Luke 13:1-17द्वारा Sermons from Rev. Mike Landsman, pastor of Zion's Stone UCC in Northampton, PA

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Katie Omberg preaches from Luke 13: 1-9द्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

"Squandered" for the Fourth Sunday in Lent in Year C, March 30, 2025 Based on Luke 15:1–3, 11b-32. Read the transcript: https://bit.ly/4hoGlEE "Seeds and Ways" is a podcast series based on the United Church of Christ's weekly resources: "Sermon Seeds" and "Weekly Seeds." "Sermon Seeds" is for worship planners and includes passages from the Revised …

In her sermon this week, Pastor Rebeccas shares the story of a friend asking her to help discard some spooky items. In doing so, she tells a story of loss, change and knowing when to let go.

Val preaches on Luke 13: 31-35द्वारा Union Congregational Church Magnolia

Pastor Mike preaches on being an enemy or friend of the cross and how that shows what we've patterned our lives after.2nd Sunday in Lent, Year C: Genesis 15:1-18; Philippians 3:17-4:1; Luke 13:22-35द्वारा Sermons from Rev. Mike Landsman, pastor of Zion's Stone UCC in Northampton, PA

Welcome to the UCC Law & the Environment Podcast Series! In this episode, our host Dr Marie Aronsson-Storrier speaks to Dr Dug Cubie. Dug speaks about his article 'Sea Level Rise and Human Mobility: The Legal Implications for Ireland’s Foreign and Domestic Policies', which was recently published in 'Irish Studies and International Affairs'. To find…

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