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Here We Are Lord!
We welcome Rev. Laura Ingersol back to the pulpit, preaching on the theme: We are people who follow Jesus, and we are equipped for justice work. Hear the Word, grounded in the prayer that God will use each of us for love, hope, and transformation.
New Times and Old Times
In this Black History Month reflection, Rev. David Harris reflects on the tension and responsibility of speaking from a white perspective while lifting up the urgency of justice, equality, and diverse voices. Drawing on history, scripture, and personal experience, he challenges systems of racism, exclusion, and oppression, presents Jesus as a disruptor of unjust social orders, and calls Christians to a costly discipleship rooted in compassion, solidarity with the marginalized, nonviolence, and hope sustained by the Spirit.
Who Do We Listen To? – Choosing the Way of Grace
In times of difficulty and tension, voices clamor for our attention: voices of fear, anger, suspicion, pride. Yet there stands another voice—the gentle angel on our shoulder—whispering truths of grace, mercy, and love. Whose voice will guide our steps when the road is hard? Our task is to listen to the better angels—the Spirit’s fruit that ripens in dark seasons. May we learn to choose grace, to choose mercy, to choose Jesus in a world divided by strife.
As I Depart
Pastor Ron’s final sermon as Govans’ interim pastor offers both spiritual encouragement and a call to faithful action, inviting believers to embody love, courage, and hope in the face of adversity. At its heart is the enduring conviction that God’s light will overcome the darkness.
The Long Road Ahead
The road ahead for today’s church leaders is a long one, but it is doable with God’s help. It calls for open ears, humble hearts, strength, patience, and resilience.
God of Our Past, Present and Future
We step into the new year with gratitude and hope, believing God continues to call us toward love, justice, compassion, and community.
Beyond the Tension of Advent
Drawing on Matthew’s account of the Christ’s birth, Pastor Ron highlights Joseph’s turmoil over Mary’s pregnancy, God’s intervention in a dream, and Joseph’s obedient, tradition-breaking role in naming Jesus. Conflict and turmoil often precede miracles and that God meets us within the tension in our lives.
Keep Your Eyes Open and Stay Alert
Pastor Ron emphasizes the importance of spiritual vigilance, hope, and readiness for the coming of Jesus Christ, while also highlighting lessons from scripture and contemporary challenges faced by our congregation.
Give Thanks to the King
A reflective and uplifting message for Christ the King Sunday, exploring the close of the church year as a moment for gratitude, reflection, and hopeful new beginnings. Pastor Ron connects personal growth, congregational transition, and spiritual wisdom to encourage us through times of change.
An Opportunity to Testify
“Is God good all the time?” Amidst the presence of suffering, injustice, and hardship in the world, God’s goodness is constant. Despite the brokenness of the world, we are encouraged as believers to maintain faith and endurance during difficult times.
Enemies of Our Faith
In Matthew 14:13-33, Jesus performs the miracle of feeding 5,000 people and subsequently walks on water to meet His disciples amid a storm. Pastor Ron uses this biblical narrative to explore themes of faith versus fear, trust in God during transitions, and the importance of spiritual focus and courage.