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“We live and move and have our being in a moment in history which is a Venn diagram of two climate crises that have crashed into each other like tectonic plates -- and we are smack dab at the epicenter of that crash.” Sermon by Susan Russell from worship at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, Psalm 84 and Luke 2:22-40. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Read the text of the sermon here. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministries of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!

Fr. Christian's Homily for the The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord 2025, Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, Psalm 24, Hebrews 2:14-18, Luke 2:22-40. Intro/Outro music from "by Daylight" from www.epidemicsound.com

Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Hebrews 2:14-18 | Luke 2:22-40 | Psalm 84. Preached for the Feast of the Presentation (2025-02-02).

Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Hebrews 2:14-18 | Luke 2:22-40 | Psalm 84. Preached for the Feast of the Presentation (2025-02-02).

Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Philippians 1:3-11 | Luke 3:1-6 | Canticle 16. Preached for the Second Sunday of Advent (2024-12-08).

Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Philippians 1:3-11 | Luke 3:1-6 | Canticle 16. Preached for the Second Sunday of Advent (2024-12-08).

Readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6. From the TRNG Room;Philippians Support the showThank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you've heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or less. Semper Familia!

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn: “O Jesus, Lamb of God, Thou Art” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal ASBH #91) Readings: Malachi 4:4-6, Isaiah 40:1-5, St. Luke 1:57-80 Hymn #908 Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: June-24-Nativity-of-St-John-the-Baptist-Insert-2024.pdf https://vimeo.com/965993063?share=copy

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn: “Look Down, O Lord, From Heaven Behold” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal ASBH #33) Readings: Malachi 3:16-18, Ephesians 2:19-22, St. John 14:1-14 Hymn “By All Your Saints in Warfare” (ASBH #87, LW 194, st 14) Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Sts-Philip-and-James-May-1-ASBH.pdf https://vimeo.com/940441162?share=copy

Readings: Malachi 3,4:portions, Luke 2:21-40, Arcana Coelestia 896. By Rev. Dandridge Pendleton. Recorded on December 12, 1976 at Bryn Athyn Cathedral. See www.newchurchaudio.org for more recordings.

Msgr. Michael McCarron's homily for the 31st Sunday In Ordinary Time 2023, Readings: Malachi 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10, Psalm 13, 1 Thessalonians 2:7b-9, 13, Matthew 23:1-12 Intro/Outro music from "Together We Can" from www.epidemicsound.com

Readings: Malachi 1:14-2:2, 8-10 Psalm 131:1-3 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9, 13 Matthew 23:1-12 Though they were Moses' successors, the Pharisees and scribes exalted themselves, made their mastery of the law a badge of social privilege. Worse, they had lorded the law over the people (see Matthew 20:25). Like the priests Malachi condemns in today's First Reading, they caused many to falter and be closed off from God. In a word, Israel's leaders failed to be good spiritual fathers of God's people. Moses was a humble father-figure, preaching the law but also practicing it - interceding and begging God's mercy and forgiveness of the people's sins (see Exodus 32:9-14; Psalm 90). And Jesus reminds us today that all fatherhood - in the family or in the people of God - comes from the our Father in heaven (see Ephesians 3:15). He doesn't mean we're to literally call no man "father." He himself referred to Israel's founding fathers (see John 7:42); the apostles taught about natural fatherhood (see Hebrews 12:7-11), and described themselves as spiritual fathers (see 1 Corinthians 4:14-16) The fatherhood of the apostles and their successors, the Church's priests and bishops, is a spiritual paternity given to raise us as God's children. Our fathers give us new life in baptism, and feed us the spiritual milk of the gospel and the Eucharist (see 1 Peter 2:2-3). That's why Paul, in today's Epistle, can also compare himself to a nursing mother. God's fatherhood likewise transcends all human notions of fatherhood and motherhood. Perhaps that's why the Psalm chosen for today includes one of the rare biblical images of God's maternal care (see Isaiah 66:13). His only Son has shown us the Father (see John 14:9) coming to gather His children as a hen gathers her young (see Matthew 23:37). We're all brothers and sisters, our Lord tells us today. And all of us - even our spiritual fathers - are to trust in Him, humbly, like children on our mothers' laps.

Readings: Malachi 1:14-2:2, 8-10 Psalm 131:1-3 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9, 13 Matthew 23:1-12 Though they were Moses' successors, the Pharisees and scribes exalted themselves, made their mastery of the law a badge of social privilege. Worse, they had lorded the law over the people (see Matthew 20:25). Like the priests Malachi condemns in today's First Reading, they caused many to falter and be closed off from God. In a word, Israel's leaders failed to be good spiritual fathers of God's people. Moses was a humble father-figure, preaching the law but also practicing it - interceding and begging God's mercy and forgiveness of the people's sins (see Exodus 32:9-14; Psalm 90). And Jesus reminds us today that all fatherhood - in the family or in the people of God - comes from the our Father in heaven (see Ephesians 3:15). He doesn't mean we're to literally call no man "father." He himself referred to Israel's founding fathers (see John 7:42); the apostles taught about natural fatherhood (see Hebrews 12:7-11), and described themselves as spiritual fathers (see 1 Corinthians 4:14-16) The fatherhood of the apostles and their successors, the Church's priests and bishops, is a spiritual paternity given to raise us as God's children. Our fathers give us new life in baptism, and feed us the spiritual milk of the gospel and the Eucharist (see 1 Peter 2:2-3). That's why Paul, in today's Epistle, can also compare himself to a nursing mother. God's fatherhood likewise transcends all human notions of fatherhood and motherhood. Perhaps that's why the Psalm chosen for today includes one of the rare biblical images of God's maternal care (see Isaiah 66:13). His only Son has shown us the Father (see John 14:9) coming to gather His children as a hen gathers her young (see Matthew 23:37). We're all brothers and sisters, our Lord tells us today. And all of us - even our spiritual fathers - are to trust in Him, humbly, like children on our mothers' laps.

Week 32 Scripture Readings Malachi 1-4 1 Chronicles 1-24 Psalms 63-69 NLT

Order of Divine Service I, p.136  Lutheran Worship Hymn: “Zion Mourns in Fear and Anguish” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #32) Readings: Malachi 3:16-18, Ephesians 2:19-22, St. John 14:1-14 Hymn “You Are the Way; to You Alone”  LW 283, TLH 355 Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin:  Sts-Philip-and-James-Insert-5-1-2023.pdf https://vimeo.com/822496903?share=copy

Father Shawn McCain Tirres on the story of Simeon and Anna and the gift of the elders in the church. February 5, 2023 Today's Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 Psalm 84 Hebrews 2:14-18 Luke 2:22-40 We're so glad you're here. This is a community for everyone, and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect, click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1

Order of Divine Service I, p.136  Lutheran Worship Hymn “In Peace and Joy I Now Depart” (insert from Augustana #77, LW 185, TLH 137) Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, Hebrews 2:14-18, St. Luke 2:22-32 Hymn “God Loved the World So That He Gave” LW 352 Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin:  The-Presentation-of-our-Lord-1-year-February-2-ASBH.pdf https://vimeo.com/793866263

Sermon by The Most Reverend Dr. Hosam Elias Naoum, Archbishop of Jerusalem, from worship at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a, Psalm 98, II Thessalonians 3:6-13 and Luke 21:5-19. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Follow All Saints Church on Twitter @ASCpas. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content! Donate to support the mission and ministries of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/donate/donate-now/.

Preacher: Rabbi Aaron Bisno. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a, Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19.

Msgr. McCarron's Homily for the 33rd Sunday In Ordinary Time 2022, Readings: Malachi 3:19-20a, Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12, Luke 21:5-19 Intro/Outro music from "Together We Can" from www.epidemicsound.com

The Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost   Text: Luke 21:5-36   Theme: "Is This What We Have To Look Forward To?"   Readings: Malachi 4:1-6, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-13, Luke 21:5-36   Rev. Daniel Redhage   Trinity Lutheran Church   The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod   Lowden, Iowa

Deacon Courtney Greene on The Destruction of the Temple and Signs of the End Times (Luke 21:5-19) November 13, 2022 For more information about our church visit www.rezaustin.com. You can subscribe to our newsletter or click on "Get in Touch" to connect with us. Today's Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a Psalm 98 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Luke 21:5-19

Preached for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost (2022-11-13). Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a | Psalm 98 | 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 | Luke 21:5-19

Originally delivered on November 15, 1992 Readings: Malachi 3:19-20; Thessalonians 3:7-12; Luke 21: 5-19 We live with earthquakes, famine, war, and all sorts of tragedies.  We needn't fear the future because we are living in hell already. We also have the ability to bring the Risen Lord into our lives right now. We are not […]

November 13, 2022. In falling-apart-times, we're afraid. And Jesus tells us that as much as we may want to, as hard as we may try, we can't understand it or change it. But in those times, when the stones are coming down, God is present. And God will guide us and enable us to embody the love and mercy of God, no matter what is happening around us.Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19

Readings: Malachi 3:19–20 Psalm 98:5–9 2 Thessalonians 3:7–12 Luke 21:5–19 It is the age between our Lord's first coming and His last. We live in the new world begun by His life, death, Resurrection, and Ascension, by the sending of His Spirit upon the Church. But we await the day when He will come again in glory. “Lo, the day is coming,” Malachi warns in today's First Reading. The prophets taught Israel to look for the Day of the Lord, when He would gather the nations for judgment (see Zephaniah 3:8; Isaiah 3:9; 2 Peter 3:7). Jesus anticipates this day in today's Gospel. He cautions us not to be deceived by those claiming “the time has come.” Such deception is the background also for today's Epistle (see 2 Thessalonians 2:1–3). The signs Jesus gives His Apostles seem to already have come to pass in the New Testament. In Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation, we read of famines, earthquakes, and the Temple's desolation. We read of persecutions—believers imprisoned and put to death, testifying to their faith with wisdom in the Spirit. These “signs,” then, show us the pattern for the Church's life—both in the New Testament and today. We too live in a world of nations and kingdoms at war. And we should take the Apostles as our “models,” as today's Epistle counsels. Like them we must persevere in the face of unbelieving relatives, friends, forces, and authorities hostile to God. As we do in today's Psalm, we should sing His praises and joyfully proclaim His coming as Lord and King. The Day of the Lord is always a day that has already come and a day still yet to come. It is the “today” of our Liturgy. The Apostles prayed marana tha—“O Lord come!” (see 1 Corinthians 16:22; Revelation 22:20). In the Eucharist He answers, coming again as the Lord of Hosts and the Sun of Justice with its healing rays. It is a mighty sign—and a pledge of that Day to come.

God the ImmutableToday, we're thinking about how God is immutable! How cool is that? So what does that mean?All of us have undergone change in our lives; we change as we grow older. We change location, jobs, we might even change our style. We certainly change our views, as we learn more about the reality of life and how to navigate it. "Change and decay are all around us," as Allan Massie stated. We might not always welcome change but we know its inevitable. God is immutable – He doesn't change. He is forever the same. If God has DNA, then change is not in it. 

December 23, 2021 Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24; Psalm 25:4-5ab, 8-9, 10, 14; Luke 1:57-66 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122321.cfm 

5 December 2021 - Second Sunday of Advent - This second week of Advent, we turn to the message of the prophets and John the Baptist and their call to prepare the way of the Lord. Rev. Aaron Eime reminds us that the ancient prophetic message is still relevant to us today. John was the voice in the desert, and we are the voices today that must speak to the world the message of preparation and hope. We must also nurture a community living in expectation of Jesus' return. Readings: Malachi 3:1-5; Luke 1:68-79; Psalm 126; Luke 3:1-6 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. Music credit: Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6394-melodic-interlude-two License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Preached for the Second Sunday of Advent (2021-12-05). Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Philippians 1:3-11 | Luke 3:1-6

Preached for the Second Sunday of Advent (2021-12-05). Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Philippians 1:3-11 | Luke 3:1-6

Readings* Malachi 3:1–7b* Psalm 66:1–12* Philippians 1:2–11* Luke 3:1–20ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticesUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Unless otherwise indicated, all quotations from the Lutheran Confessions are from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, copyright © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of Concordia, call 800-325-3040.Support the show (https://confident.faith/)

Homily - February 2, 2021 Readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020221.cfm  

Today’s Readings: Malachi 3:1-6; 4:4-6Romans 13:8-14St. Matthew 21:1-13 Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!

Originally delivered on November 19, 1989 Readings: Malachi 3:19-20; Thessalonians 3:7-12; Luke 21: 5-19 In this week’s Gospel, we hear Fr. Healy’s anger and passion regarding the murder of fellow priest, Segundo Montes, S.J., in El Salvador just three days before the homily was delivered.  He goes on to talk about what the financial realities […]

2 February 2020 - Rev. Aaron Eime, on the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus, has us consider how tradition can guard us and how Jesus identifies with our poverty. Mary and Joseph, following the traditions of second-temple Judaism, take Jesus to the temple 40 days after he is born. There Jesus' identity as the Anointed One is affirmed by two prophetic voices who had been faithfully waiting for God's promised light to the gentiles and the glory of Israel. Readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 84; Luke 2:22-40 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Preached at 4:30 on the Eve of the Presentation of our Lord. Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Hebrews 2:14-18 | Luke 2:22-40 | Psalm 84

Preached at 9:00 on the Presentation of our Lord in the Temple. Readings: Malachi 3:1-4 | Hebrews 2:14-18 | Luke 2:22-40 | Psalm 84

Readings: Malachi 3:1–4 Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10 Hebrews 2:14–18 Luke 2:22–40 Today’s feast marks the Presentation of the Lord Jesus in the Temple, forty days after he was born. As the firstborn, he belonged to God. According to the Law, Mary and Joseph were required to take him to the Temple and “redeem” him by paying five shekels. At the same time, the Law required the child’s mother to offer sacrifice in order to overcome the ritual impurity brought about by childbirth. So the feast we celebrate shows a curious turn of events. The Redeemer seems to be redeemed. She who is all-pure presents herself to be purified. Such is the humility of our God. Such is the humility of the Blessed Virgin. They submit to the law even though they are not bound by it. However, the Gospel story nowhere mentions Jesus’ “redemption,” but seems to describe instead a religious consecration—such as a priest might undergo. Saint Luke tells us that Jesus is “presented” in the Temple, using the same verb that Saint Paul uses to describe the offering of a sacrifice (see Romans 12:1). Another parallel is the Old Testament dedication of Samuel (1 Sam 1:24-27) to the Temple as a priest. The drama surrounding Jesus’ conception and birth began in the Temple—when the Archangel visited Mary’s kinsman, Zechariah the priest. And now the story of Jesus’ infancy comes to a fitting conclusion, again in the Temple. All the readings today concern Jerusalem, the Temple, and the sacrificial rites. The first reading comes from the Prophet Malachi, who called the priests to return to faithful service—and foretold a day when a Messiah would arrive with definitive purification of the priesthood. Likewise, the Psalm announces to Jerusalem that Jerusalem is about to receive a great visitor. The Psalmist identifies him as “The LORD of hosts . . . the king of glory.” Christ now arrives as the long-awaited priest and redeemer. He is also the sacrifice. Indeed, as his life will show, He is the Temple itself (see John 2:19-21).

Are Christians supposed to be terrified by the Last Day? Aren't we supposed to live in fear of Judgment Day? What about all those terrifying signs and events that the Scriptures tell us will precede the second coming of Christ? How can a Christian have any joy in that? Readings: Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13; Luke 21:25-36

Are Christians supposed to be terrified by the Last Day? Aren't we supposed to live in fear of Judgment Day? What about all those terrifying signs and events that the Scriptures tell us will precede the second coming of Christ? How can a Christian have any joy in that? Readings: Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13; Luke 21:25-36

Readings* Malachi 3:13–18* Psalm 46* Colossians 1:13–20* Luke 23:27–43ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticesUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Unless otherwise indicated, all quotations from the Lutheran Confessions are from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, copyright © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of Concordia, call 800-325-3040.Support the show (https://confident.faith/)

Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a; Psalm 98; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19

Preached at 7:30 for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a | Psalm 98 | 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 | Luke 21:5-19

17 Nov 2019 - Rev. David Pileggi, in looking at Luke 21, speaks about the difficulty of eschatological passages. Has this section already been fulfilled? Is it yet to come? Is God done with the Jewish people? God himself is in control of history and works in the midst of sinful Jews and sinful gentiles. Also, God is not forgetful of covenant with Jewish people. If we remember God's faithfulness, we don't have to be afraid of what is to come. Let us prepare spiritually by keeping in mind that when Jesus talks about endurance, we don't have to do it ourselves. Faith is a gift, and Jesus is with us to the end of the age. Readings: Malachi 4; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Preached at 7:30 for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a | Psalm 98 | 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 | Luke 21:5-19

Originally delivered on November 16, 1986   Readings: Malachi 3:19-20; Thessalonians 3:7-12; Luke 21: 5-19   In today’s Gospel, we are once again reminded that we must follow Jesus, despite the fact that many obstacles will confront us precisely for what we believe and do based on those beliefs.  We, in a sense, bear a […]

This podcast is based on the the prayer for the week. Grant us so to hear (scripture)them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life. For when we study scripture what we find are the primary truths. 1. God created all that is . 2. God wishes to restore creation to unity with God. 3. God is faithful and fulfills God's promises. And 4. Righteousness on the part of humanity is to trust in God's faithfulness even in when in the midst of life's trials. Readings: Malachi (4:1-2a), Psalm 98, Paul's second letter to the church in Thessalonika (3:6-13) Gospel: Luke (21:5-19)

Readings* Malachi 4:1–6* Psalm 98* 2 Thessalonians 3:1–13* Luke 21:5–36ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticeUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Support the show (https://confident.faith/)

Readings: Malachi 3:19–20 Psalm 98:5–9 2 Thessalonians 3:7–12 Luke 21:5–19 It is the age between our Lord’s first coming and His last. We live in the new world begun by His life, death, Resurrection, and Ascension, by the sending of His Spirit upon the Church. But we await the day when He will come again in glory. “Lo, the day is coming,” Malachi warns in today’s First Reading. The prophets taught Israel to look for the Day of the Lord, when He would gather the nations for judgment (see Zephaniah 3:8; Isaiah 3:9; 2 Peter 3:7). Jesus anticipates this day in today’s Gospel. He cautions us not to be deceived by those claiming “the time has come.” Such deception is the background also for today’s Epistle (see 2 Thessalonians 2:1–3). The signs Jesus gives His Apostles seem to already have come to pass in the New Testament. In Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation, we read of famines and earthquakes, the Temple’s desolation. We read of persecutions—believers imprisoned and put to death, testifying to their faith with wisdom in the Spirit. These “signs,” then, show us the pattern for the Church’s life—both in the New Testament and today. We too live in a world of nations and kingdoms at war. And we should take the Apostles as our “models,” as today’s Epistle counsels. Like them we must persevere in the face of unbelieving relatives and friends, and forces and authorities hostile to God. As we do in today’s Psalm, we should sing His praises, joyfully proclaim His coming as Lord and King. The Day of the Lord is always a day that has already come and a day still yet to come. It is the “today” of our Liturgy. The Apostles prayed marana tha—“O Lord come!” (see 1 Corinthians 16:22; Revelation 22:20). In the Eucharist He answers, coming again as the Lord of hosts and the Sun of Justice with its healing rays. It is a mighty sign—and a pledge of that Day to come.

Wake up. Keep watch, lest the day come upon you like a trap. Hear the Word of Christ, which is your salvation and gives you the hope to stand firm in the faith before the Son of Man. Readings: Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13; Luke 21:25-36

Wake up. Keep watch, lest the day come upon you like a trap. Hear the Word of Christ, which is your salvation and gives you the hope to stand firm in the faith before the Son of Man. Readings: Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13; Luke 21:25-36

9 Dec 2018 - Rev. David Pileggi asks us if the life and message of John the Baptist relevant today. Was he just a fanatic we avoid or can we learn from him? John calls us to be a voice that points to Jesus. John models for us a listening for God in the wilderness. John shows us how to prepare the way for the LORD: by repentance, changing our mind and changing direction toward God and his ways. Are we ready for Jesus' coming? Are we focusing on the essentials? Or are we minimizing repentance? Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, Philippians 1:3-11, Luke 3:1-6

4 Feb 2018 - This week Rev. David Pileggi looks at the family of Jesus and the nature of sacrifice. The presentation of Jesus in the temple was a significant event. Jesus was revealed to Israel, and now He is presented in the temple. This passage reminds us that Jesus is a Jew. Some of the leadership may have rejected Him but He did not reject Judaism. This shows up the family in which he was raised. His family loved God and followed His commandments. Mary, His mother was the first disciple, not just in the lending of her womb but in her understanding of the things to come. Joseph was a very compassionate man; he could have put Mary away but did not. Compassion was very characteristic of Jesus’ ministry, his earthly Father setting the example. At the divine visitation Mary’s response was “Yes!” The family went every year to Jerusalem, reflecting their burning love for God. The principle of ‘the first born male belongs to God’ is further established. In giving to God, the nature of sacrifice is costly. "I will not offer to the Lord that which cost me nothing." This has to be intentional and generally, something that cannot be taken back. Readings: Malachi 3:1-4, Psalm 84, Luke 2:22-40

Sermon from Sunday 29/01/17 from St Michael and All Angels, Harrow Weald. Readings: Malachi 3:1-5 and Luke 2:22-40

Sermon from Sunday 13/11/16 from St Michael and All Angels, Harrow Weald. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a and Luke 21:5-19

"For wherever lines are drawn or walls are built, Jesus is always with those who are being pushed out. That's where we are to be, too." The Rev. E. Suzanne Wille preaches on the Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a, Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19. Image: Victoria Pickering (flickr.com/vpickering), distributed under a CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 license.

Sermon given by the Rev. Carissa Baldwin at All Saints Church, Pasadena, on Sunday, November 14, 2010. "Being Church in Difficult Times: Our Youth and Our Future."  Readings: Malachi 4:1-2a, and Luke21:5-19.