Romans 6:5-11April 26, 2020Union University ChurchReverend Laurie DeMott During times of difficulty, people often turn to their faith for comfort and meaning. In the rituals, the community, and the teachings of their religion, they can find direction and guidance, the support of others, and ways of making sense of their lives even when the world … More Christ Has Died; Christ Has Risen
John 3:1-8June 25, 2006; April 19, 2020 Union University ChurchReverend Laurie DeMott Now there was a Pharisee named Nicodemus, a leader of the Jews. He came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God; for no one can do these signs that you … More The Spirit Goes Where it Will (and takes us with it)
April 11, 2004Romans 8:31-39 Union University ChurchReverend Laurie DeMott A little while ago, I saw a quiz designed to test how well a person is in touch with their natural surroundings and, priding myself on being somewhat of an amateur naturalist, I decided to take the quiz. The first question said, “Name five songbirds that return … More Seeing through the Eyes of Easter
April 4, 2004, revised April 5, 2020John 12:12-36Union University ChurchReverend Laurie DeMott I am preaching this in my living room because, as those who are listening in real time know, New York State is under “stay-at-home” orders during the coronavirus pandemic. It is Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week, and during Holy Week, … More Take Up Your Cross
