UCC Longmont Sermons

In this week's service we continue our Practices of Peace sermon series for July. We are joined by Rev. Amelia and Rev. Sarah in a conversation about hospitality. We join their discussion of experiences, what hospitality means to them, the challenges that arise in practicing, and how we can practice hospitality in the midst of a global pandemic.

This week we begin our July Sermon Series, Practices of Peace. We are joined by Rev. Amelia as we search for God in challenging times. Rev. Amelia leads us through a guided meditation focusing on blessings and the power they hold both as the provider and receiver.

We continue our People of Peace with Rev. Sarah this week as we take a look at selected verses from the book of Psalms. We reflect on how images, phrases and music are used as a way to alter the way we feel about the world, especially in trying times.

This week we are joined by Rev. Amelia and Amy Ferrell as we continue our People of Peace series. Rev. Amelia shares the book "Emily's Idea" and reflects on the theme of dualism presented in it. Amy builds upon this theme and reflects on the dualism we all experience as we face structures of racial hierarchy.

This week we are joined by Rev. Sarah as we reflect on the topic of interfaith bridge building. We listen to an interview of Eboo Patel, the founder of Interfaith Youth Core, and observe the commonalities that exist between different faiths, and how these shared values can be used to create a better world for all.

This week we are joined by Rev. Amelia and guest speaker Julie Nosek. We begin our sermon series on the People of Peace which focuses on people and leaders who have inspired lasting peace in the world. Rev. Amelia and Julie reflect on those that have planted the seeds of peace in a global perspective.

In this week's service we are joined by Rev. Sarah as we reflect on the on-going events in our nation and around the world. In a reading from John we observe the parallels of the Disciples and those in today's society on the margins. Additionally we are joined by Gary Kinzie as he shares an experience of how the spirit called him in his life and invites us to listen for the spirit in our own.

This week as we observe Memorial Day we are joined by Rev. Sarah and Rev. Ron Wunsch, a former UCC Pastor and US Army Active Duty Chaplain. Rev. Ron reflects upon his time as Chaplain and the funeral services he provided for fallen soldiers and their families. In tandem Rev. Sarah visits the relationship of pastoral care and the trust that comes with those relationships.

This week we are joined by Rev. Sarah and guest speaker Anna Wing. We take a look at a reading from John and the message delivered by Jesus to the Disciples reminding them that they will not be abandoned even in his absence, as they have one another. Rev. Sarah and Anna reflect on what this adoption of new family means in our lives.

This week join Rev. Sarah as we reflect on readings from John. We take a moment to analyze the parallels between Christ's teachings to the disciples and the lessons we all are taking from this liminal time. Additionally we are also joined by Deborah Simmons as she reflects on the founding of the TRI Initiative.

In this week's service Rev. Sarah reflects on Earth Day and the power of nature as a creator. We take a deeper look at how this creator can provide lessons of authenticity, resiliency, generosity and impermanence.

In this week's Service we join Rev. Sarah as she reads from the Book of John. We reflect on the shared experience of shelter in place between ourselves and the Disciples, along with what it means to spread God's word no matter the circumstances.

Join Rev. Sarah and Rev. Amelia in this special podcast of our Good Friday Lenten Arts Worship Service. Listen to the full service as poems written by Congregation Members are read aloud and are accompanied by music as we reflect on the seven last words of Jesus.

Join Rev. Amelia as she reflects on a reading from John in this Easter Sunday Service. We delve deeper into how the age old story of Easter plays into the reality of the life we are in.

In this week's Palm Sunday Service we listen to a reading by the Linder Family from the Gospel of Matthew. Rev. Sarah reflects on Jesus' journey into Jerusalem for Passover and how this story relates to the intersection we all are facing both in our own lives and as a community.

This week we wrap up our Hard Choices series. Rev. Sarah reflects on the scripture from the book of Acts and asks us to use this time of solitude to observe what truly holds value in our lives.

This week continue our Hard Choices series with Rev. Amelia. We take a look at a reading from Matthew and reflect on the choices made and how we can best apply these lessons to our own lives.

In this weeks podcast Rev. Sarah reflects on the scripture of Jonah and the Whale. In these times of social distancing we reflect on spiritual distancing and God's call to love just a little bit more.

In this episode of In Other Words, Talking to Kids About Stuff That Matters, Rev. Amelia speaks with Kelly Cowling, Executive Director of Grey Havens, about doing philosophy with children. If you've ever wondered how to answer all those "why" questions from your preschooler, or wanted to share your middle schoolers big ideas, Kelly is a great resource.

This week we continue our Hard Choices series as we move through Lent. Rev. Sarah reflects on a reading from Ruth and question of turning back.

As we move into Lent we face many hard choices. Join Rev. Amelia as we look at how a season where we traditionally give something up, can be a season where we give to. Additionally, we are joined by Todd Petitt as we learn more about our Lenten Mission and the Africa Bags program.

In this week's service Rev. Sarah reflects on a reading from the book of Matthew. As we move into Lent we face nervousness and fear that comes with times of transition, but we remember that community and God's embrace are there to provide support and guidance.

In this week's service Rev. Sarah takes a look at the Parable of the Lazarus and the Rich One. We reflect on that which divides us and realize the gap is never as wide as it might seem.

In this week's service we take a look at the Parable of the Workers in a reading from Matthew. Rev. Amelia digs into the deeper meanings of the parable and asks us to reflect on our views.

In this week's service Rev. Sarah takes a look at the parable of the Pearl of Great Price. We reflect inwardly on taking responsibility for ourselves in all facets of life.