Musings on Faith

The Rev. Dr. Jim Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, The Villages, FL, shares the meaning of Good Shepherd Sunday. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice message at: https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal-ch/message .  

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the parable about the 10 maidens and how some of them were not prepared for the arrival of the bridegroom. He says that the parable is about purpose, direction, and discernment. Jesus wants his followers to be ready at all times. Whenever Christ calls us to do ministry, we must be prepared. Email comment...

On this All Saints Sunday, guest preacher The Rev. Canon Chuck Robertson, Ph. D, Canon to the Presiding Bishop for Ministry Beyond the Episcopal Church, discusses what it means to be a saint. Saints are those who have gone through the great ordeal. As each of us has gone through or will go through ordeal, he says, we are all saints. As saints, we should exhibit kindness which is love in action. Fi...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the day’s Gospel in which Jesus is asked which commandment in the law is the greatest.  Jesus knew that this question was an attempt to set him up.  Jesus tells us that we need to love God and love our neighbor. This “agape” love means that we are more concerned about others than ourselves.  This type of...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the Gospel for the day which tells us a parable in which people refuse to attend the wedding banquet to which they have been invited by the king. To refuse is not only disrespectful and rude but also an act of sedition. Fr. Taylor explains that the parable is about being an active part of the Kingdom of...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the Gospel for the day in which Jesus is asked what could have been a no-win question.  Instead, Jesus uses his answer to tell us that we are made in God’s image and that we should give back to God the things that are God’s.   Email comments to  musingsonfaith@gmail.com  or leave a voice message at:  htt...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church discusses the day's Gospel reading and what it means to us. He notes that Jesus was teaching all the way to the cross a simple message – that God has not given up on us. Jesus dying on the cross for our sins is the cornerstone. God loves us and the whole world so much. He wants us not to reject the cornerstone s...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the day’s Gospel.  He says that in the Gospel reading we are given an idea of Christ who has love for all. Jesus is our encouragement, joy, and hope every day. We are to engage in Christ’s world with unity, respect for each other, and compassion.  Thanks be to God. Email comments to  musingsonfaith@gmail...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the gospel reading for the day in which the laborers were paid the same despite how long each had worked. Fr. Jim explains that “work” in the passage is a sign of God’s love for the world and that the kingdom of heaven is about gratitude, grace and the love of God given to all.  Email comments to musings...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, expounds on the gospel for the day in which Peter asks Jesus how often he should forgive someone. Jesus says that forgiveness should be unconditional and unlimited. The spirit of forgiveness transforms our hearts and souls and creates harmony and peace throughout society. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, expounds on the parable in the day’s Gospel. He says that while we want God’s forgiveness, it is often difficult for us to forgive others.  He adds that Jesus came to teach us that forgiveness is the master key of longevity of all human relationships. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice mes...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses Sunday's Gospel in which Jesus says "take up your cross and follow me." He says that by following Jesus we join the side of God and not the side of the world. When we yield to God's presence and what God has in store for us, we change direction, and change our outlook and view of life....

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, explains that each of us has a part to play as a member of Christ's church. That we cannot do this alone; that we need a community to be effective and to use the various gifts God has bestowed upon us. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice message at: https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal...

In this homily delivered at the New Ministry Celebration for St. George’s newest Deacon - Colleen Rutherford, The Rev. Janet Richardson, Assistant to the Rector, discusses the persistence of women.  She equates the persistence of the gentile woman in today’s Gospel to women through the years who have fought for a place at the table whether it was voting or serving in the church.  Email comments to...

In this homily the Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, elaborates on today’s Gospel about Jesus walking on water. He tells us that Jesus comes to us amid our concerns and worries and does not abandon us.  Jesus challenges us to face our fears, focus on our faith, and have faith that we will survive. Email comments to  musingsonfaith@gmail.com  or leave a voice message...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the parable of the mustard seed and its meaning.  He says that the parable is about God’s grace and that it is our responsibility to bring the Kingdom of God alive today on earth.  Email comments to  ⁠ musingsonfaith@gmail.com ⁠  or leave a voice message at:  ⁠ https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal-ch/me...

In this homily, The Rev. Janet Richardson, Assistant to the Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses Sunday’s parable about sowing seeds and how it applies to our lives today. Email comments to  ⁠ musingsonfaith@gmail.com ⁠  or leave a voice message at:  ⁠ https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal-ch/message

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, tells us that it is our responsibility to continuously build God's Kingdom here on earth and he elaborates on how the parable of the sower explains the types of challenges we may experience in doing God's work. Email comments to  ⁠musingsonfaith@gmail.com⁠  or leave a voice message at:  ⁠https://anchor.fm/s...

Come to Me… In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, says that the Gospel lesson this morning tells us that Jesus will provide solace and comfort for our souls. Our Lord loves us and will not abandon us despite our failings to today’s pressures. Jesus promises love, rest and peace. Email comments to  musingsonfaith@gmail.com  or leave a voice message at:...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, shares the responsibilities of being a disciple of Christ  and what we are called to do. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice message at: https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal-ch/message .

In this homily, The Rev. Nancy Bryson, Deacon at St. George Episcopal Church, explains the difference between being a disciple and being an apostle. She tells us that  as Christians we are all apostles and that it is our responsibility to go out into the world and share the good news of our Lord. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice message at: https://anchor.fm/st-george-ep...

In this homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, explains why we as Christians should have faith, hope, and trust in our Lord. Email comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com or leave a voice message at: https://anchor.fm/st-george-episcopal-ch/message.

In this Trinity Sunday homily, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, tells us that the time following Pentecost is a time to focus on the life of the church and our individual ministries. It is important for us to know that no matter how difficult life may be, God will never abandon us. Just as the Holy Trinity is unified, it is important for us to be united with the...

On this Pentecost Sunday, The Rev. Canon C. K. Robertson, PhD, tells us that the miracle of Pentecost was not just that the many heard the Gospel in their own language but that they heard a word of hope and about the love of God that gave them a sense of belonging – a sense that they mattered. The miracle of Pentecost is the love of God, not just spoken but lived out. As beloved children of God, w...

On this Sunday after the Ascension, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, tells us that we are one with God and others when we know God is praying for us. We are one with God when we place our lives, our speech, our demeanor, and our actions in the hands of God’s protective care. To be one with God also means we have eternal life. To be “one with God” means we unders...