Sunday Sermons at Hilton Pres: Recent Episodes
Hilton Presbyterian Church
Pastor Clark reminds each of us, "Blessed Are You," in this sermon on Micah 6:1-8 and Matthew 5:1-12.
Pastor Clark preaches "For the Kingdom of Heaven" in this season after Epiphany. The readings are Psalm 63:1-4 and Matthew 4:12-23.
As we remember the baptism of the Lord, Pastor Clark reminds us of our own baptism and this new beginning we are promised in God on this, "A Brand New Day." The readings are Isaiah 42:1-9 and Matthew 3:13-19.
On Epiphany Sunday, Megan-Drew reflects on the Magi in all of us and how we too can be "Wandering Wise Men" on our way to the Christ child. The readings are Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12.
FIRST LESSON—Genesis 1:1-5, 14-18—God creates the heavens and the earth, “Let there be light!”
Keep Your Lamps, Andre Thomas
SECOND LESSON—Isaiah 9: 2, 6-7—The prophet foretells the coming of the Saviour.
E’en So, Lord Jesus, Quickly Come, Paul Manz
THIRD LESSON—Isaiah 11:1-4, 6-9—The peace that Christ will bring is foreshown.
The Dream Isaiah Saw, Troeger/Rudolph
Josiah DeSarro-Raynal, solo
FOURTH LESSON—Micah 5:2-5—The good shepherd will come from the village of Bethlehem.
HYMN 121: O Little Town of Bethlehem, St. Louis
FIFTH LESSON—Luke 1:26-35, 38—The angel Gabriel salutes the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Magnificat, John Leavitt
SIXTH LESSON—Luke 2:1, 3-7—St Luke tells of the birth of Jesus.
Angels’ Carol, John Rutter
SEVENTH LESSON—Luke 2:8-16—The shepherds go to the manger.
OFFERTORY: Jesus, What a Wonderful Child, Spiritual/Dilworth
DOXOLOGY 144: In the Bleak Midwinter (verse 4), Cranham
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
EIGHTH LESSON—Matthew 2:1-12—The wise men are led by the star to Jesus.
This Christmastide (Jessye’s Carol), Donald Fraser
NINTH LESSON—John 1:1-14—St. John unfolds the great mystery of the Incarnation.
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day, John Gardner
Presented by the Adult Choir
Music directed and compiled by Lois Reese
Accompanied by Doris Slagle and Rev. Clark DeSarro-Raynal
Michael Behlmar - Percussion
Isaac Chenoweth and Diane Clear - Liturgists
Music posted by permission: Onelicense.net #712925
This second Sunday in Advent, Pastor Clark reminds us that even "From These Stones" of our lives, God can raise us up as God's blessing to all the world. The readings are Isaiah 11:1-10 and Matthew 3:1-12.
This Sunday, Pastor Clark reminds us that "The Best Is Yet to Come." The readings are Habakkuk 2:1-4 and Mark 13:1-8.
This Sunday, Lois Reese invites us to "Follow the Call" by leading the congregation in a Drum Call. She reflects on Jesus's methods of teaching through parables, metaphors, and actions. The readings are Psalm 98 and Matthew 4:18-22.
This Sunday, Pastor Clark reflects on the disciples "As They Spent Much Time Together." The readings are Isaiah 60:1-3, Psalm 126, and Acts 2:42-47.
This All Saints' Sunday, Pastor Clark and Rev. Barbara Shefelton remember "All Who Humble Themselves" throughout the history of Hilton Presbyterian Church as we celebrate our centennial year. The readings are Psalm 24 and Luke 18:9-14.
This Sunday, Pastor Clark reflects on "Zacchaeus, Son of Abraham." The readings are Psalm 31:1-5 and Luke 19:1-10.
This World Communion Sunday, Pastor Clark invites us to "A Big, Big Table" that the Lord has prepared for all of us. The readings are Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4; Luke 4:38-44, and Ephesians 4:1-6.
Pastor Clark cautions us, "Don't Get Above Your Raisin'," as we read Psalm 8, Amos 6:1, 4-7, and Mark 10:13-16.
This Sunday, Pastor Clark reminds us it's "All in the Family." The readings are Psalm 130, Jeremiah 8:18-9:1, and Luke 14:25-27, 34-35.
On his first Sunday home after his sabbatical, Pastor Clark preaches about "God's Welcome Home." The readings are Exodus 32:7-14 and Luke 15:1-10.
Kyle Remnant shares about grace from his perspective as a minister and musician. The reading is Romans 5:12-21.
Melissa Goodson shares about 'God's Relentless Purpose.' The readings are Isaiah 58:6-12 and Revelation 3:1-6.
Megan-Drew Tiller shares about how we can use social media as disciples of Christ. The readings are Isaiah 61:1-6 and Matthew 28:16-20.
Rev. Boone Clayton shares about 'Repeating History.' The readings are Amos 8:1-12 and Luke 10:38-42.
Rev. Barbara Shefelton shares 'Welcome Here, Welcome Home,' during a youth homecoming service as part of our centennial celebrations.
Elder Kenneth Lucas shares how to Live By Spirit, based on readings from 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 and Galatians 5:1, 13-25.
On Pastor Clark's last Sunday before his sabbatical, he preached on Acts 2:1-21--"And they shall prophesy!"
Pastor Clark invited members of the congregation to speak about ministries they find meaning in for Celebration Sunday.
Pastor Clark invites us all "Down to the River." Our readings this week are John 14:23-29 and Acts 16:9-15.
Pastor Clark preaches that we are to "Rise Up!" as Tabitha did. The readings are Revelation 7:9-17 and Acts 9:36-43.
Megan-Drew Tiller preaches that "Sometimes a Light Surprises." The readings are Acts 9.1-6 and John 21.1-19.
Pastor Clark preaches that we are "Easter People." The readings are Acts 2.42-47 and John 20.19-31 .
Pastor Clark preaches that "The Stone Is Rolled Away." The readings are Romans 6.3-11 and Luke 24.1-12.
Pastor Clark preaches: "Love Rides a Donkey." The readings are Luke 19.28-44, Luke 19.45-48, Luke 21.1-4, Luke 22.1-6, Luke 22.39-46, and Luke 22.47-53.
This fifth Sunday in Lent (Cultivating Discipleship, Letting Go Doubt), Pastor Clark preaches on "Living Large for Jesus." The readings are Psalm 126 and John 12:1-8.
This fourth Sunday in Lent (Cultivating Humility, Letting Go Pride), Pastor Clark preaches on "Brothers Lost, Brothers Found." The readings are 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 and Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32.
This third Sunday in Lent, Pastor Clark preaches on "Cultivating Mystery" and Letting Go Easy Answers. The readings are Psalm 63:1-8 and Luke 13:1-9.
This second Sunday in Lent (Cultivating Spirit, Letting Go Ego), Elder Chuck Webb preaches on "The Promise of the Resurrection." The readings are Psalm 27 and Philippians 3:7-15.
This first Sunday in Lent (Cultivating Devotion, Letting Go Distraction), Pastor Clark preaches on "Getting Our Prayers Back to God." The readings are Isaiah 58:1-9a and Luke 4:1-13.
This Transfiguration Sunday, when we welcome seven new confirmands, Pastor Clark preaches "In Our Lives, Lord, Be Glorified." The readings are Philippians 4:4-9 and Luke 9:28-36.
Pastor Clark preaches on "Catch and Release." The readings are Isaiah 6:1-8 and Luke 5:1-11.
Pastor Clark preaches on "Good News for One, Good News for All." The readings are Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 4:21-30, and 1 Corinthians 13.
Pastor Clark preaches on "The Body of Christ." The readings are Luke 4:14-21 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-20.
Pastor Clark preaches on the woman at the well, "Give me some of this living water." The reading is John 4:5-30, 39-42.
Pastor Clark preaches on the words of God to the prophet Isaiah: "I Have Called You by Name." The readings are Isaiah 43.1-7 and Matthew 3.13-17.
Pastor Clark preaches on Mary's words: "Let It Be with Me." The readings are Psalm 80.1-7 and Luke 1.39-56 .
Pastor Clark preaches on "Good Housekeeping." The readings are Malachi 3.1-4 and Luke 3.1-6 .
Pastor Clark preaches on "Draw Near," our theme this Advent. The readings are 1 Thessalonians 3.9-13 and Luke 21.25-36 .