If we are to be ready for whatever lies ahead, we must choose love this day. And we will need to keep choosing it when the way becomes unclear or difficult; when we are anxious and afraid; when we are harmed by others. We choose love as an article of faith and the most powerful response to any situation.… Read More
This is one of the ways we may think about the ministry of Jesus. Jesus rummaged through a lot of stuff in order to unearth that one thing, that one special heirloom that was hidden, buried, lost. By unearthing the heirloom, dusting it off, and setting before the people as front and center, Jesus was doing the work of fulfilling God’s law. And what he unearthed was the greatest commandment which was more than a remembrance of the past, it was life-giving.… Read More
A New Inheritance Surely by willGod will blow clear the trumpets,that all ears will hearand helping angels sweep nearand the bright banners of our souls advance out of hate and … Read More
Love compels us forward. God acts in and as Love incarnate when we love our neighbors as ourselves, when we seek to be reconciled to one another, when we remain alert and ready to forgive others and ourselves. For forgiveness is the companion to love. … Read More
This month holds many opportunities to celebrate our queer siblings, both here in Ballard and downtown with the larger Episcopal Church community. Check out the diocesan page for information on … Read More
Merry, Joyful, Happy Christmas! It is so good to be together in this sweet, little, warm chapel on this Holy Christmas Eve. Welcome to those who have travelled far and … Read More
Two weeks ago, on a sunnier day than this one, many of us gathered outside inthe courtyard, roasting marshmallows over a campfire, and telling stories about ourexperiences of the Holy … Read More
Sunday, June 26, 2022, 11:30 a.m. Join us after church for a special party to commemorate Mother Hillary’s last Sunday as our curate and celebrate the 2nd anniversary of her … Read More
Dear God, may my sermon not incite the congregation to attempt pushing me off anearby cliff. Amen. When I read all the readings for today, I knew this sermon would … Read More