Sermons on Inclusion
Jesus, the Uninvited Guest
Pastor Ron delivers a reflective and motivational message centered on the biblical story of Zacchaeus, the chief tax collector, as an illustration of how Jesus unexpectedly enters lives and invites transformation. The theme revolves around Jesus as an uninvited but loving guest who repeatedly shows up in surprising ways, urging individuals to repent, change direction, and open their hearts.
Jubilant Justice, Powerful Peace & Radical Love
As we celebrate the dedication of the new sanctuary artwork, join Minister of Racial Justice and Multicultural Engagement, Lea Gilmore as she reflects on Jesus’ call to practice a powerful peace, seek jubilant justice and embrace a radical love! – Sermon from Sanctuary City Parts I & II dedication service on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Silenced No More
The enslaved young woman in our story has her gift of seeing the future taken from her without her consent. Like so many people women in the Bible she is unnamed, silenced, and discarded. In the sermon today, Pastor Tom imagines how the story might have unfolded from her perspective and in her voice.
God Can Use Your Half-Hearted Welcomes
Even if you can’t yet welcome others with all of your being, God can use that. That is what Naomi learns after shunning Ruth during her journey home to Bethlehem. God is pulling us all toward greater inclusion and community.