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One Thing’s Needful (Trinity 09 Sermon)

[This is a sermon I preached several years ago for Trinity 09.  It's a rather tricky text.  I hope this is of benefit to you. -TAP] TITLE: “One Thing’s Needful” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and … Continue reading

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Bulletin Inserts for the Gesima season

From time to time I have to explain what the “Gesima” season is to my parishioners (okay, every year).  I inherited this insert from a brother pastor many years ago.  I hope you find it of some benefit as you … Continue reading

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Septuagesima Note from Dr. Gibbs

[The Gospel for Septuagesima is Matthew 20:1-16.  The following is from Dr. Gibbs' excellent commentary on Matthew.  He is commenting on the verses immediately preceding Matthew 20. -TAP] When Jesus responds to Peter, he begins by affirming the unique status … Continue reading

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It’s That Time of Year

Friends, I hope that you are well as we begin this year of grace! This is the time of year when I pay for domain registrations and expenses related to it. I try to keep the pleas for money around … Continue reading

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Worthy (Pentecost 2009)

TITLE: “Worthy”  Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.  Our text for this holy day of Pentecost, and also our Confirmation Sunday, is from the Gospel lesson from John chapter 14 as … Continue reading

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