Church of Reconciliation Sermons: Recent Episodes
Church of Reconciliation
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Fr. Phil's final sermon as interim rector is based on the Godly Play story "The Good Shepherd and the World Communion."
Fr. Phil gives his sermon based on a Godly Play story and invites the children to join.
Fr. Phil invites Janet Flohr to speak briefly about how the name "Reconciliation" was chosen.
Our resident seminarian, Jennifer, reflects on the story of Jesus and the question of paying taxes to the emperor.
The Ven. Mike Besson, Archdeacon, visits Rec and recounts a story about our previous rector and its impact.
Jennifer Murphy talks about the importance of diocesan camps for our youth on Camp Sunday.
Today’s lesson from the prophet Micah reminds us of all the ways our lives are connected and to inspire us to seek always and everywhere the commonwealth of the Divine, as peacemakers, justice-seekers, and reconcilers, walking ever more humbly with our God and one another.
Jennifer Murphy reflects on the concept of do-overs as it pertains to the day's gospel.
Rev. Judy's sermon for today is titled "Discovering the Seeds of Divine Creativity for the Sake of All Creation."
Suzanne Scott, the Texas State Director of The Nature Conservancy, preaches on the first Sunday of Season of Creation.
Rev. Judy preaches on the theme of "The Call To Discipleship: Humility, Hospitality, and Hope."
"And when we choose to follow Jesus and his way of radical love, we choose to run the marathon, to persevere, trusting that we are truly giving ourselves over to the things that matter most to God. "
Rev. Joyce Wilkinson, our guest preacher, preaches on the parable of the Good Samaritan and what it means to be a good neighbor.
Rev. Judy's sermon topic is: "The Truth of Our Faith in Christ Jesus: Leaving Tombs of Terror and Closets of Complacency."
Rev. Judy reflects the gospel and on the Uvalde school shooting. Liturgical Season: Easter
Rev. Judy preaches a sermon titled, "Leading the Way: The Way of Love." Liturgical Season: Easter
On Camp Sunday, Duncan Park director Jody Davis talks about our beautiful diocesan camps. Liturgical Season: Easter
Rev. Josh Woods preaches on the day's gospel. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Epiphany
Benjamin PowerGriffin reflects on the imagery of the heart. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Epiphany
Rev. Judith preaches on keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Epiphany
The Rev. Josh Woods preaches on the day's gospel. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Epiphany
Rev. Josh Woods preaches about Jesus' miracle at the wedding in Cana. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Epiphany
Rev. Judy's Epiphany sermon is titled: "True, Real, and Divinely Given: The Gift of Epiphany." Liturgical Season: Epiphany
In our first sermon of 2022, Jennifer Murphy reflects on dreams and the "messengers" in our lives. Liturgical Season: Christmas
Rev. Josh preaches on Mary's visitation to her cousin, Elizabeth, and how we all need an "Elizabeth" in our lives. Liturgical Season: Advent
Rev. Judith Rhodes reflects on the gospel with the theme, "Rejoice: Living As Midwives of the Dreams and Visions of the Divine." Liturgical Season: Advent
Rev. Josh Woods reflects on the life and call of John the Baptist. Liturgical Season: Advent
The Rev. Dr. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas is our guest preacher for the First Sunday of Advent. Liturgical Season: Advent
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., D.D. preaches on Confirmation Sunday. Liturgical Season: Christ the King
This week, Rev. Josh talks with Erica Valle, our Parish Administrator, about how she has experienced generosity at Reconciliation.
This week, Rev. Josh talks with Sam Gilliam about how she has experienced generosity at Reconciliation.
Our Generosity stewardship Campaign 2021 came to a close today with Suzanne Scott as our final Sunday speaker.
For our season of Generosity stewardship campaign, Rev. Josh will hold Fireside Chats with various Reconcilers. This week, Rev. Josh talks to newcomer Maddy McCollom about she has experienced generosity in her life at Reconciliation.
For our season of Generosity stewardship campaign, Rev. Josh will hold Fireside Chats with various Reconcilers. This week, Rev. Josh talks to Daniel Torres about how he has experienced generosity in his life at Reconciliation.
Our Generosity stewardship Campaign 2021 continues with Jennifer Murphy as our special Sunday speaker.
Rev. Josh Woods preaches on the Feast of All Saints. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Our Generosity stewardship Campaign 2021 continues with Lou Navarro as our special Sunday speaker.
Rev. Judith Rhodes' sermon theme this week is: "Being Inwardly Grounded in Love!" Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
For our season of Generosity stewardship campaign, Rev. Josh will hold Fireside Chats with various Reconcilers. This week, Rev. Josh talks to Martha Sam about she has experienced generosity in her life at Reconciliation.
Our Generosity stewardship Campaign 2021 continues with Bryna Nation as our special Sunday speaker.
Rev. Josh Woods reflects on Jesus' healing of the blind man, and how it ties in with our season of generosity. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
For our season of Generosity stewardship campaign, Rev. Josh will hold Fireside Chats with various Reconcilers. This week, Rev. Josh talks about he he has experienced generosity in his life and at Reconciliation.
Our Generosity stewardship Campaign 2021 has officially kicked off! This year, we will have special Sunday speakers discussing generosity and Reconciliation. Our first speaker was our own Rusty Wilson.
Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on the theme of: "Our Mission: Going Further Together, in Christ!" Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rev. Josh Woods talks about the concept of salvation, and how it has changed for him over the years. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on St. Francis Day. Theme: "Taking Our Place In the Family of Things." Liturgical Season: Season of Creation
Sam Carter Gilliam, as the Voice of Weather, presents "Creation Speaks: Lamentation." Liturgical Season: Season of Creation
On the feast of Christ the King, Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches a sermon titled, "From Ignorance to Changed Lives: Thy Kin-dom come, Thy will be done." Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Jennifer Murphy is joined by special guest St. Nicholas (aka Bill Swann) Liturgical Season: Advent
For the final week of Advent, Rev. Judy reflects on the theme: "The Power of a Simple Monosyllable: Yes!" Liturgical Season: Lent
On the feast of the Baptism of Our Lord, Rev. Judy preaches on "Right Here, Right Now: Claiming the Newness and the Hope in Jesus Christ." Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches a sermon titled, "In the Face of the Power of Love." Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. Josh Woods preaches about how the gospels can act as a mirror for our daily lives. Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. Josh Woods reflects on the everyday Epiphanies that we experience with our loved ones. Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. Judith Rhodes' theme: "Speaking Into Being The Name of Love: Becoming Like the One We Receive." Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. James Reiss, our seminarian, speaks about the season of Epiphany. Liturgical Season: Epiphany
Rev. Judith Rhodes' sermon is titled, "Emptying Out: Only To Be Filled." Liturgical Season: Lent
On Palm Sunday, Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on the theme of "Are We There Yet: Following Jesus, No Turning Back, No Turning Back." Liturgical Season: Holy Week
Rev. Josh Woods preaches his first Easter sermon at Reconciliation. Liturgical Season: Easter
Emily Lawitz connects the day's gospel to her experiences starting college. Liturgical Season: Easter
Guest preacher Rev. Ben Nelson preaches in honor of Earth Day. Liturgical Season: Easter
Rev. James Reiss, our seminarian, preaches on the day's gospel. Liturgical Season: Easter
Tatiana Hoecker speaks about her experience as a diocesan delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW). Liturgical Season: Easter
Erica Valle talks about her love for Reconciliation and how it helps her to live out Jesus' commandment to love one another. Liturgical Season: Easter
Jennifer Murphy and graduating seniors reflect on Graduation Sunday. Liturgical season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on the theme of "Communion with Jesus: Communion with All." Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Jennifer Murphy, Children/Youth, and other Reconcilers reflect on their experiences attending diocesan camps. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rev. Josh Woods preaches on the day's gospel and connects it to a fishing trip he took with his father. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rev. Josh Woods preaches about the upheaval in the day's gospel passage.
Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost.
Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on "Interdependence Day: Being Sent Two by Two." Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Jennifer Murphy speaks about the Youth Mission Trip. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Rector Josh Woods preaches on the day's gospel. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
The Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on " Setting About Old Things In A New Way." Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost: Feast of the Transfiguration
Sam Carter Gilliam presents "The Story of Ruth." Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost.
Emily Lawitz preaches on her experiences at Camp Capers. Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
The Rev. Judith Rhodes preaches on "What Truly Matters When It Comes to Love?" Liturgical Season: Sundays after Pentecost
Cindy Fuqua discusses her work with the Water Mission. Liturgical Season: Season of Creation
Our rector, The Rev. Josh Woods, preaches on the day's gospel. Liturgical Season: Season of Creation
Mary Finucane talks about the environment and her work with the Guadalupe River Bass. Note: A video was shown at the end of this sermon, accompanied by music. Liturgical Season: Season of Creation