Sermon Archive: List of All Sermons with Audio and/or PDF Available
This page provides a list of sermons available in our audio sermon archive from April 1967 to August 2021. The most recent are at the top.
There are 896 sermons available in this archive, 564 with audio, and 332 with a PDF but no audio.
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Holding Space for Others
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 22, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Isaiah 58:10 and Matthew 10:8
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Sealed
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 8, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: II Corinthians 1:21-22
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Being Bread
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 1, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: John 6:32-35
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The Miracle of Giving
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 25, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: John 6:1-14
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Justice and Peace will Kiss Each Other
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 11, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Psalm 85:10
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Rise Up
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 27, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Mark 5:38-42
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Recognizing Growth
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 13, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Mark 4:26-29
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Moving Day
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 6, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19
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What Does Everlasting Love Look Like?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 16, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: John 17:20-23
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He Looked for Her
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 9, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Luke 8:43-44
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Only One Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 2, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26
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Notes: Sermon not recorded.
Loving the Earth
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 18, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Job 12:7-10
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Notes: This was an Earth Day service. It was not recorded and there is no audio available.
God-enomics
Date: April 11, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:22
Scripture: Acts 4:32-25
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We Must Rise Up and Come Forth
Date: April 4, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:39
Scripture: John 11:25-26
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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Notes: Easter Sunday
Borrowed
Date: March 28, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:30
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-3
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Notes: Palm Sunday
The Covenant of Love
Date: March 21, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:41
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34
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Notes: This sermon on covenant comes just after Rev. Dan and Ruthie's 25th wedding anniversary.
Who or What is the Light?
Date: March 14, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:43
Scripture: John 3:19-20
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Notes: Prior to this sermon, delivered in both English and Spanish, the scripture (John 3:19-20) is read in English by Susan Henderson, and in Spanish by Ruth Harrison.
Out of the Shade
Date: March 7, 2021
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 14:21
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13
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Who is Your Enemy?
Date: February 28, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:09
Scripture: Mark 1:12-13
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We'll Take the Crumbs
Date: February 21, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Eddie Weathers, Introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 40:29
Scripture: Matthew 15:22-29
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Notes: Rev. Eddie Weathers is the Associate Conference Minister of the Eastern North Carolina Association of the Southern Conference, United Church of Christ.
Compass
Date: February 14, 2021
Speaker(s): Nakesha Moore
Length: 8:44
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Notes: Friend & Poet, Nakesha Moore, brings a Selection for Valentine's Day, February 14. She presents her poem, "Compass".
Over All
Date: February 7, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:12
Scripture: Psalm *
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Ruler of the Hidden
Date: January 31, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:39
Scripture: Isaiah 57:15, Mark 4:11
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One by One
Date: January 24, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:30
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32
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Living Into Epiphany
Date: January 17, 2021
Speaker(s): Brad Adams
Length: 28:58
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Notes: Member Brad Adams shares from his heart about what it is to live into Epiphany and into Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, especially after the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Deep Cries Out to Deep
Date: January 10, 2021
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:01
Scripture: Psalm 42:7
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Notes: This sermon was presented four days after the attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters.
Who Are We to Be in 2021?
Date: January 3, 2021
Speaker(s): Tish Farrow, Ruth Harrison, Jerry Griffin, Jesse Teasley, Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:14
Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32; Jeremiah 17:7-8
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Notes: This sermon begins with the audio from the video: "Cosby Woods Civil Rights Stories." The seven minute video about Church of the Covenant and Camp Kum-Ba-Yah is narrated by Tish Farrow, Ruth Harrison, Jerry Griffin, and Jesse Teasley. The video is followed, at 6:48, by a message by Rev. Dan Harrison. The PDF attached to this sermon includes the video scripts as well as the sermon. Video link: https://youtu.be/FfpjFwRpjfc
O Joy, Where Art Thou?
Date: December 20, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:33
Scripture: Luke 4:16-20
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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A Remembrance of Larry Farmer
Date: December 13, 2020
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell, Will Cardwell, Rev. Dan Harrison, Larry Farmer
Length: 25:27
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Notes: Larry Farmer, who was with Church of the Covenant for most of his life, died on December 7 of complications from Covid-19. Dolly Cardwell reminisces, Will Cardwell lights the Advent Candle of love, and Rev. Harrison speaks about Larry. Then we hear Larry speak to the church on May 21, 2017 in a sermon entitled "My Journey to Sanity." Dan Harrison closes out the service.
No Justice, No Peace
Date: December 6, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:01
Scripture: John 16:33
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Advent
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Hope: Applying Indigenous Wisdom
Date: November 29, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and Jesse Teasley
Length: 27:26
Scripture: Romans 8:26
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Notes: This Sunday was the beginning of Advent, and also the last Sunday of Indigenous Peoples Month. Rev. Dan Harrison is from Oklahoma and is a member of the Choctaw Nation. Jesse Teasley is African American and also Sioux and Lakota. Each shares wisdom from his heritage.
Give Thanks for Everything?
Date: November 22, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:00
Scripture: I Thessalonians 5:16-18
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Which Version of Me is the Best Version of Me?
Date: November 15, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:42
Scripture: Galatians 5
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We're All God's Critters
Date: November 8, 2020
Speaker(s): Chris Russell
Length: 6:45
Scripture: Matthew 5:43-47
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Notes: Chris Russell is a long-time member of Church of the Covenant. He shares from his own experience, perspective, and hopes for all people.
The Power of Choices
Date: November 1, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:21
Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-34
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Why Am I a Christian?
Date: October 25, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 21:25
Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14
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Your Redemption Draws Nigh
Date: October 18, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 10:30
Scripture: Luke 21:25-33
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A Call: The Racial Justice Center
Date: October 11, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:41
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The Last Big Task
Date: October 4, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and several members
Length: 24:01
Scripture: Matthew 4:11-17
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Notes: Several members join in the discussion in this service held over Zoom.
Covenant Member Testimonial / The Church and Her Place
Date: September 27, 2020
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell, John Caldwell, Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 30:55
Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7, 22:1-2
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Notes: Will Cardwell provides a covenant member testimonial as he begins his 61st year as a covenant member of the Church of the Covenant. John Caldwell reads scripture with birds in the background. Rev. Dan Harrison reads the October 4, 1964 sermon of Rev Bev Cosby, entitled "The Church and Her Place." The attached PDF is a scan of that sermon.
Covenant Membership
Date: September 20, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, Ruth Harrison
Length: 37:18
Scripture: I Samuel 18:1-4, others
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Notes: Ruth Harrison gives a testimonial on covenant memembership, and Rev. Dan Harrison talks about what covenant membership looks like. The PDF attached to this sermon is a diagram to help explain covenant membership.
Late, But Equally Hungry
Date: September 6, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:31
Scripture: from Matthew 20
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Basking in Romans 12
Date: August 30, 2020
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell
Length: 17:26
Scripture: Romans 12:9-21
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Notes: Will allowed two minutes for reflection toward the end of this sermon. For this audio version, that silence for reflection has been reduced to 10 seconds. You can pause the recording and take whatever time you want.
Nakesha's Story
Date: August 23, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison with Nakesha Moore
Length: 25:47
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Notes: Rev. Dan Harrison speaks with Nakesha Moore, a Lynchburg resident and mother of two teenagers. Nakesha is a nutrition educator at Virginia Cooperative Extension, the Officer of Equity at the Academy of the Arts, and is about to start a new job as coordinator of program and classes at Parkview Mission Life Skills Institute.
Ready to Leap With Me?
Date: August 16, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 28:27
Scripture: John 1:1-5
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The Power of Being
Date: August 9, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:06
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Unity
Date: August 2, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:24
Scripture: I Corinthians 10:16-17
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My Contemplative Ecumenical Spiritual Journey
Date: July 26, 2020
Speaker(s): Nathan Albert
Length: 32:35
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Notes: Nathan is the Associate Chaplain at the University of Lynchburg. He is a professional actor turned ordained minister who earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Performance from Rockford University, Master of Divinity from North Park Theological Seminary, and a Certificate in Spiritual Transformation from The Transforming Center.
No More Sleepwalking
Date: July 19, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:32
Scripture: Habakkuk 2:12-14
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Maintaining Emotional Wellbeing During Difficult Times
Date: July 18, 2020
Speaker(s): Gary Sullivan
Length: 18:44
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Notes: This sermon is from the Saturday night "Face 2 Face" service, led from the porch of the church house, with the congregation on the patio. Gary Sullivan teaches Yoga and Ayurveda practices to personal clients in Lynchburg, including classes at the Downtown and Jamerson YMCAs, Kratos Fitness and Interval Studio, and at the Donation Studio at the Camp Kum-Ba-Yah youth house.
Gentleness
Date: July 12, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:39
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7
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Independance
Date: July 5, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:26
Scripture: Luke 4:16-29
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Personal Journey
Date: June 28, 2020
Speaker(s): Chris Badgett
Length: 25:12
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Notes: Chris Badgett has been an instrumental leader of Refuge: the LGBTQ+ / allies worship experience. He is a music educator and so much more. This service was transmitted over Zoom ... audio quality varies.
Underground Railroad
Date: June 21, 2020
Speaker(s): Quan McLaurin, Introduction by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 40:14
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Notes: Quan McLaurin shares his truth and speaks truth to power, challenging White Christians to step up to the fight against systemic racism. McLaurin is the former Director of Diversity Retention at Liberty University.
The Invisible
Date: June 14, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:01
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Yes, Black Lives Matter
Date: June 7, 2020
Speaker(s): LaCroy Nixon, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 30:55
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Notes: Lacroy is a spoken-word and digital media artist from Williamsburg, Virginia. He recently graduated from Liberty University in Lynchburg. He shares a combination of poetry and snippets of his own experiences. This service was held on Zoom.
The Spirit of Empowerment
Date: May 31, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:34
Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5, Luke 4:17-19
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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The Spirit of Comfort
Date: May 24, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:48
Scripture: John 14:25-27, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5
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The Spirit of New Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 17, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Motherhood Stories
Date: May 10, 2020
Speaker(s): Genevieve Starbuck
Length: 14:04
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Notes: A Mother's Day message. The audio glitches are because the service was held online on Zoom.
If You Ain't First, You're Last
Date: April 26, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 22:22
Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:14-15, Matthew 20:1-16
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Notes: This if from a service held on Zoom.
Earth Day Celebration
Date: April 19, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:55
Scripture: Job 12:7-10, Mark 12:13-17
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Easter
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Notes: This sermon was part of a service shared live on Facebook.
Dealing with Fear, Part 3 (Easter)
Date: April 12, 2020
Speaker(s): Dan Harrison, Shane Claiborne, Larycia Hawkins, Sam Garrett, Jai Uttal
Length: 8:26
Liturgical Week: Easter
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Notes: Begins with Larycia Hawkins.
Dealing with Fear, Part 2 (Palm Sunday)
Date: April 5, 2020
Speaker(s): Dan Harrison, Shane Claiborne, Larycia Hawkins, Sam Garrett, Jai Uttal
Length: 24:24
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Dealing with Fear, Part 1
Date: March 29, 2020
Speaker(s): Dan Harrison, Shane Claiborne, Larycia Hawkins, Sam Garrett, Jai Uttal
Length: 31:49
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Notes: Dan speaks with Jai Uttal, grammy-nominated sacred music composer and kirtan artist; Sam Garrett, sacred music composer and performer, and authors and activists Larycia Hawkins and Shane Claiborne.
Alone With Your Thoughts
Date: March 22, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:33
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11-13
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Notes: This is the second week of quarantined worship during the COVID-19 virus outbreak.
Love Your Enemies Through Grace
Date: March 15, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:20
Scripture: Romans 5:1-2a, 6-8; Luke 10:30-37
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Notes: This sermon was given outside, on a cool day with a fire creating warmth and ambiance. The outside service was held on the first Sunday most churches cancelled worship to avoid spreading the Covid-19 virus.
Becoming Christian Again
Date: March 8, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 30:34
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Lawrence's Story: A Visit from Prison
Date: March 1, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, Lawrence Stephens
Length: 25:14
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Notes: Rev. Harrison introduces us to Lawrence Stephens. Lawrence comes on the phone at about 6:45.
What Kind of Plant Are You?
Date: February 23, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 23:01
Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3, Matthew 13:31-32
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday after Epiphany
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Journey to Teleios -- God's Wholeness
Date: February 16, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:27
Scripture: Jeremiah 17:14-15, Matthew 5:43-48
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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Let Go and Flow
Date: February 9, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:22
Scripture: John 7:37-39
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: At the end of this sermon, Rev. Dan Harrison played a recording of the song, "Upasana" by Sam Garrett.
Where is God?
Date: February 2, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:20
Scripture: Micah 6:1-8, Matthew 5:1-11
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Our Little Spiritual River
Date: January 26, 2020
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler
Length: 19:43
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A Sanctuary of What?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 19, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
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Scripture: Exekiel 11:14-16, Psalm 4, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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My Epiphany: My Shalom for the Ages
Date: January 12, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:49
Scripture: Job 12:7-10, Isaiah 11:6-9, Revelation 22:1-2
Liturgical Week: Epiphany Sunday
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Starting the New Year: Let’s Be Honest
Date: January 5, 2020
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and Poet Matt LaFreniere
Length: 13:35
Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:2-3, Matthew 5:3-10
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Christmas
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Encourage One Another in the Journey
Date: December 29, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:24
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:2-15, Matthew 2:13-23
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Christmas
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Love One Another to Death; Also to Life!
Date: December 22, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 11:23
Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14, Matthew 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Love in Three Traditions
Date: December 15, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, Rabbi John Nimon, Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid
Length: 53:20
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Advent
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Notes: Rev. Dan Harrison begins this presentation. Next is Rabbi John Nimon of the Agudath Sholom Synagogue in Lynchburg, then Shaykh Ahmad Abdur Rashid of The World Community in Bedford. They share the faith traditions of love in the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian traditions.
Being in Community
Date: December 8, 2019
Speaker(s): Mike Little, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 30:06
Scripture: John 15:12-17, Acts 4:32-35, Romans 12:1-2
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Advent
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Notes: Mike Little is from The Church of the Saviour's Bread of Life congregation. This service was the 65th anniversary celebration of The Church of the Covenant. Introduction by Dan Harrison. Mike Little begins speaking at 5:39.
Ray of Hope
Date: December 1, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 22:18
Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5; John 15:7-10, 16-17
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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El Paso: My People
Date: November 24, 2019
Speaker(s): Ruthie Harrison
Length: 16:06
Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19, John 14:27
Liturgical Week: Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Ruthie Harrison is a Covenant Member and is married to Rev. Dan Harrison.
Stewardship 2019-2020
Date: November 17, 2019
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer, church treasurer
Length: 12:38
Scripture: Luke 21:1-4, 2 Corinthians 8:8-15; 9:6-7
Liturgical Week: Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
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We Are the Light, Not the Shadow
Date: November 10, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:25
Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16
Liturgical Week: Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
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Reconnecting
Date: November 3, 2019
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 13:26
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Let It Flow
Date: October 27, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:25
Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-12
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Individualism of Belief
Date: October 20, 2019
Speaker(s): Stephan Papayanis
Length: 20:20
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Notes: Stephan Papayanis moved to Lynchburg in 2011 to help care for his mother, Helen Papayanis. Helen died in early 2017, and Stephan remained with the church, becoming more involved as time went on.
Who Am I Really, and What Do I Really Want?
Date: October 13, 2019
Speaker(s): Brad Adams
Length: 25:03
Scripture: Proverbs 3:5, Jonah 1:1-5
Liturgical Week: Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Brad Adams is a Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant.
Back to Eden
Date: October 6, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:05
Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-26, 2 Timothy 1:1-7
Liturgical Week: Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: This sermon was preached the day after the annual renewal retreat.
Our Covenant, Part 2
Date: September 29, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, with Genevieve Starbuck and John Caldwell
Length: 29:01
Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Acts 2:40-47
Liturgical Week: Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: This week focuses on community membership, and Dan speaks with community members, Genevieve Starbuck and John Caldwell.
The Meaning of Covenant Membership
Date: September 29, 2019
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell, interviewed by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:56
Liturgical Week: Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Dolly Cardwell was one of the original covenant members, in 1958.
Our Covenant, Part 1
Date: September 22, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, with Will Cardwell, Mike Buhler, and Ruthie Harrison
Length: 38:55
Scripture: Hebrews 10:10, 22-25
Liturgical Week: Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: The sermon runs about 23 minutes, followed by a discussion among several Covenant members, talking about their reasons hold that membership.
God's Chi
Date: September 8, 2019
Speaker(s): Jesse Teasely, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 43:27
Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:18-24, Matthew 17:1-3
Liturgical Week: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Jesse Teasely is a Tai Chi master, teaching in the Lynchburg area, and has Lakota Sioux heritage. Teasely is introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison, and Teasely begins speaking at 3:18.
Comprehending
Date: September 1, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:35
Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8; Luke 14:1,7-14
Liturgical Week: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
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Disarm or Die
Date: August 25, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 21:53
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10; Matthew 26:47-52
Liturgical Week: Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
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Domestic Terrorism: The Silent Side of Privilege
Date: August 18, 2019
Speaker(s): Dr. Jesse Winn
Length: 30:46
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5, Luke 12:42-48
Liturgical Week: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Dan Harrison was away. Dr. Jesse Winn heads up the "Refuge" events, held at the Lodge of the Fishermen.
Be Vigilant
Date: August 11, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:30
Scripture: Luke 12:32-40
Liturgical Week: Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Ruth Harrison and Dan and Ruth's daughter, Daniella, were in El Paso because of an illness in Ruth's family.
Our Response to God's Sorrow and Ours at Today's Suffering, Hatred, and Violence
Date: August 4, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca
Length: 21:09
Scripture: Hosea 11:1-11, Luke 12:13-21
Liturgical Week: Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Tony Mecca is pastor of the Saugerties United Methodist Church, Saugerties NY
John Crossan and a Historical Approach to Biblical Faith
Date: July 28, 2019
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell
Length: 16:00
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Notes: Pastor Dan Harrison was away for his uncle's funeral. There had been a memorial service for former pastor David Edwards at the Lynchburg College chapel the day before.
Listen!
Date: July 21, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 11:39
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20, Luke 10:38-42
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday in Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Dan Harrison's sermon runs to 10 minutes, then there was a long period of mostly silence and thoughts from two parishioners from their seats. We have removed the silence and those comments and returned for Dan's close to the end at 11:39.
Hope: Love and Joy Combined
Date: July 14, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:50
Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
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It Starts with Shalom
Date: July 7, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:21
Scripture: Psalm 30, Luke 10:1-9
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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My Pride Story
Date: June 30, 2019
Speaker(s): Erin Brown, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 22:39
Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Pentecost (Pride Sunday)
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Notes: Erin Brown begins speaking at 3:25. She had just recently been the student speaker at the CVCC graduation ceremony as president of the student government association. She was speaking as a motivational, young, gay, woman of color, with her white wife in the congregation.
Crawling on Our Own
Date: June 23, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:26
Scripture: Galatians 3:23-27
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Pentecost
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More than Survival: A Father’s Job
Date: June 16, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:03
Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; John 16:12-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Pentecost
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God's Gift of the Holy Spirit
Date: June 9, 2019
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 7:13
Scripture: Isaiah 11 2-3; Acts 1:3-5, 8
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Notes: Dolly Cardwell presented a message from Children Worship and Wonder, lighting a candle for each gift. The original recording was much longer, as the group paused for some time to appreciate each gift.
Update from The Haven Mission Group
Date: June 2, 2019
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer, Julia Crim, Katie Epley
Length: 24:57
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Notes: The Haven Mission Group has met for 21 years. They are now looking forward to opening a substance-abuse residential treatment center for men in Roanoke and one for women in Lynchburg. They are now laying the groundwork for raising money and finding locations. Vince Sawyer speaks first, and again at 16:54. Julia Crim speaks at 5:19, and Katie Epley at 10:12. The PDF attached to this record is of Vince's comments.
The Path of Peace is Not Easy
Date: May 19, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:06
Scripture: Luke 17:20-21; Colossians 3:12-15, Revelation 21:4-6
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Easter
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God is Our Mother, Too
Date: May 12, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:54
Scripture: Proverbs 23:22-25, Psalm 56:8-13, I Corinthians 13: 4-7
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Dan Harrison Interviews Alys & Mike Hickcox
Date: May 5, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, Alys Hickcox, Mike Hickcox
Length: 35:53
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Easter
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Notes: Alys & Mike Hickcox had been at Church of the Covenant almost nine years. Now retired, they are about to move to Maine.
Even So, I Send You
Date: April 28, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Paul Henderson
Length: 24:17
Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-, John 20:19-29
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Easter
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From Gardner to Lord. From Pain to Celebration
Date: April 21, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:30
Scripture: John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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Bring Me to the Temple
Date: April 14, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:48
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-7; Mark 11:4-10, 15-17
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Water, Again
Date: April 7, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:37
Scripture: Isaiah 42:16-22, Revelation 21:5-6
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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It Begins with Silence
Date: March 31, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:34
Scripture: Matthew 4:8-11, Mark 8:34-37
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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I Love Me
Date: March 24, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:00
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8, Matthew 4:1-7
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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No More War
Date: March 17, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:22
Scripture: Proverbs 25:21, Luke 6:27-36
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Not on Bread Alone
Date: March 10, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:05
Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Luke 2:41-52
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Lent: Time for Transformation
Date: March 3, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:25
Scripture: Luke 9:28-35, (37-40)
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration Sunday, First Sunday of Lent
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Come by here. Kum ba yah.
Date: February 17, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:25
Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-10, Luke 6:17-21
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of After Epiphany
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To the Side, and Up
Date: February 10, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:40
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Forgiveness
Date: February 3, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:20
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 20:21-23
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Let Us Learn from One Another
Date: January 27, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:57
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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To Set the Oppressed Free
Date: January 20, 2019
Speaker(s): Leslie King, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 29.46
Scripture: Isaiah 59:10-15, Luke 4:18
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Leslie King is a local civic innovator and community strategist. She shared from the pulpit on the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend.
Restoration
Date: January 6, 2019
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:45
Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Mark 10:28-31
Liturgical Week: Epiphany Sunday
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Growing in 2018
Date: December 30, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:44
Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Luke 2:41-52
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Christmas
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Notes: At 17:56, there was a 3-minute pause for thought, then some reflections by members of the congregation. That portion could not be heard well and has been removed.
The Love of a Father, The Love of a Son (note: end of sermon cut off)
Date: December 23, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:36
Scripture: Micah 5:24; Matthew 1:18-14 and 2:11-15, 19-23
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Keep Salty and Keep Lit
Date: December 16, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:28
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Matthew 5:11-16
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Where is My Hope?
Date: December 2, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:32
Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-23, Romans 2:2b-5
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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The Interfaith Outreach Association
Date: November 25, 2018
Speaker(s): Shawne Farmer, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:25
Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-10, 18, 33-34; Matthew 25:34-45
Liturgical Week: Twenty-seventh Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Shawne Farmer is the executive director of the Interfaith Outreach Association in Lynchburg.
Blessed Are the Pure in Heart
Date: November 18, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19.12
Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-26, Matthew 23:23-26
Liturgical Week: Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost
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The Annual Financial Report
Date: November 11, 2018
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 15:20
Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16; Mark 12:41-44; 2 Corinthians 8:10-12, 9:6-7
Liturgical Week: Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Vince Sawyer is a Covenant Member and Treasurer of Church of the Covenant.
The Covenant of Love
Date: November 4, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 23:21
Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18, Mark 12:28-34
Liturgical Week: Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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Why Are You Afraid?
Date: October 28, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:05
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9, Matthew 8:23-27
Liturgical Week: Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
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The View from Dorr Mountain
Date: October 21, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Paul Boothby
Length: 17:59
Scripture: Psalm 91
Liturgical Week: Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Paul Boothby is past of the Unitarian Church in Lynchburg.
Who Did Vicente Call?
Date: October 14, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and Vicente Gonzalez
Length: 22:20
Scripture: Psalm 22: 1-10; Mark 9:14-18, 23-29
Liturgical Week: Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Vicente Gonzalez begins speaking at 15:11.
Hope is Humanity Seeing the Possibilities: Lazarus, Come Forth!
Date: October 7, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:23
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Notes: This weekend was the 64th anniversary of the Church of the Covenant.
I See Trees Walking
Date: September 30, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev Dan Harrison
Length: 21:04
Scripture: Psalm 124, Mark 8:22-26
Liturgical Week: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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What Covenant Membership Means to Me
Date: September 30, 2018
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 9:28
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Notes: In the lead-up to Recommitment Sunday, some members speak to the congregation about the meaning of membership.
Dechomai
Date: September 23, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 23:18
Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Mark 9:30-37
Liturgical Week: Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Come to the Unity Community, The Ummah of the Prophets Muhammad and Isa (Jesus)
Date: September 16, 2018
Speaker(s): Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 39:47
Scripture: Isaiah 6:9-10, Psalm 19, Matthew 13:15-17
Liturgical Week: Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Shatykh Ahmed Andur Rashid is leader of the World Community, Sufi Muslim, Bedford, Virginia.
Be Opened
Date: September 9, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:20
Scripture: Psalm 146, Mark 7:31-37
Liturgical Week: Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Re-commitment to Covenant Membership
Date: September 2, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev Dan Harrison, with Will & Dolly Cardwell
Length: 30:56
Scripture: Isaiah 29:13-14, 18-20; Mark 7:-18, 14-15, 21-23
Liturgical Week: Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Living with Less Fear
Date: August 26, 2018
Speaker(s): Danny Givens
Length: 19:48
Scripture: Psalm 23, Luke 1:30-33
Liturgical Week: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Danny Givens and his wife, Brooke, attend Church of the Covenant
The Mission of, and Stories From, Camp Kum-Ba-Yah
Date: August 19, 2018
Speaker(s): Tiona Cook Wilson, Olivia Baker, and Tasha Gillum, introduced by Rev. Dan Harriaon
Length: 24:41
Scripture: Proverbs 17:6, 22:6; Luke 18:15-17
Liturgical Week: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: The summer sessions at Camp Kum-Ba-Yah had just completed. Tiona Cook Wilson is a member of the church, a former camp participant, and mother of a daughter at the camp. Olivia Baker was a counselor at the camp for the past two summers. Tasha Gillum is the camp director.
Year One
Date: August 12, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 21:03
Scripture: Psalm 130, John 17:21-23, Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Liturgical Week: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Dan Harrison has been pastor of Church of the Covenant for one year.
No One Can Come to Me Unless Drawn by the Father
Date: August 5, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca
Length: 22:51
Scripture: Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15; John 6:35, 41-51
Liturgical Week: Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Tony Mecca and his wife, Debbie, have been bringing church members from their congregations to Church of the Covenant each summer for 30 years. Mecca is pastor of Saugerties UMC in New York. For about 15 years, they have brought members of their churches to work on the Church of the Covenant property as a mission project.
Sharing the Mountaintop
Date: July 29, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 13:00
Scripture: John 4:19-24, James 1:17-21
Liturgical Week: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
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The Sacrament of Accountability
Date: July 22, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Nathan Brooks, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 34:42
Scripture: Galatians 2:11-13, 3:27-29; 1 Corinthians 11:27-34
Liturgical Week: Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Nathan Brooks is the former pastor of Peakland Baptist Church in Lynchburg.
Fake News
Date: July 15, 2018
Speaker(s): The Rev. Bertrum Davis, introduced by Mike Hickcox
Length: 14:21
Scripture: Psalm 85, Matthew 23:23
Liturgical Week: Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev Bert Davis is pastor of Mount Evergreen Baptist Church in Evington, Virginia. He is also director and co-owner of the Turner-Davis Funeral Home on Rivermont Avenue in Lynchburg.
There's Nothing Wrong with Mustard
Date: July 8, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:37
Scripture: Psalm 48, Mark 4:30-32
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
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The Jairus Inside of Us
Date: July 1, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:26
Scripture: Psalm 130, Mark 5:21-42
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday After Pentecost
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Think Deeper
Date: June 24, 2018
Speaker(s): Rabbi John Nimon, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:53
Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18, Psalm 107, Matthew 12:28-33
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: Rabbi Nimon begins speaking at 2:48. John Nimon has served as Rabbi of Agudath Sholom Synagogue in Lynchburg for three years. He is from Toronto and has served communities in Connecticut and Louisiana. He has a B.A. from York University in Toronto, and an M.A. in Hebrew Literature from Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati Ohio. He is a chaplain with Centa, is on the board of the Holocaust Education Center of Central Virginia, and is a board member of Lynchburg Covenant Fellowship.
The Spirit of a True Father
Date: June 17, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:04
Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24; Psalm 92; Matthew 1:18-25, 2:13-15
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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The Kingship of Christ in Our Lives
Date: June 10, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 23:28
Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:4-20, 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Pentecost
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Why Do We Help Others?
Date: June 3, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and Gloria Fox
Length: 21:40
Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18, John 6:1-13
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Pentecost
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The Motion from Inward to Outward
Date: May 27, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 14:25
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Psalm 29, Romans 8:12-17
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Pentecost
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The Blessing of Pentecost
Date: May 20, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison (on the floor with the children)
Length: 17:23
Scripture: Acts 2:11-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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A Mother Called by God
Date: May 13, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Naomi Andrews, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 26:27
Scripture: Psalm 1, John 17:6-19, Luke 1:26-38
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday of Easter (Mother's Day)
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Notes: Intro by Rev. Dan Harrison. Dr. Andrews begins at 2:40. She includes the song, "No Charge" by Melba Montgomery. Andrews is a native of Georgetown, Guyana, in South America, and has been a citizen of the Unites States for more than 44 years. Her pursuit of biblical studies led her to Beulah Heights Bible College in Atlanta, Georgia, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Education. She also holds a Master of Divinity degree from Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. She has now earned a Ph.D. degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Liberty University.
Connectedness as a Watershed Discipleship
Date: May 6, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 17:05
Scripture: Acts 10:44-48, 1 John 5:1-8
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Loving the Real You
Date: April 29, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison and Isaac Daniel
Length: 16:24
Scripture: John 15:1-8, Acts 8:26-40
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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Notes: Isaac Daniel begins to speak at 8:34. He works with the Lynchburg Diversity Center and the Lynchburg Transgender Alliance.
Awesome Belonging
Date: April 22, 2018
Speaker(s): Chris Russell
Length: 15:13
Scripture: John 15:9-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:5-11
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Easter
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Notes: Chris Russell is a community member of Church of the Covenant. He is introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison. Chris begins speaking at 3:58. He is followed by the song, "A Place in the Choir" by Bill Staines. It is sung by Rev. David Edwards from his album, "The Greatest Things."
No Greater Love: Loving the Stranger
Date: April 15, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 16:43
Scripture: John 3:3-17, 1 John 4:8-10
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Easter
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Peace to You
Date: April 8, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:48
Scripture: Acts 4:32-35, John 20:19-31
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Easter
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I'm Alive
Date: April 1, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:47
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10
Liturgical Week: Easter
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If it's broken, do you have to fix it?
Date: March 25, 2018
Speaker(s): Mark Russell
Length: 32:44
Scripture: John 12:12-16, Phillipians 2:5-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Notes: Mark Russell is a congregant at Church of the Covenant
Creative Loving Energy on the Inward and Outward Journey (Establishing a Freedom Center)
Date: March 18, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Dori Baker
Length: 24:43
Scripture: John 12:20-33
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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Complete Unity
Date: March 11, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 12:17
Scripture: John 1720-23
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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Freedom is the Key
Date: March 4, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 21:34
Scripture: John 2:13-22
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Faithful Imagination
Date: February 25, 2018
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 22:08
Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Romans 4:13-25
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Dolly Cardwell is a Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant.
Spiritual Autobiography
Date: February 18, 2018
Speaker(s): Ruth Harrison
Length: 20:19
Scripture: Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:9-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Ruth Harrison has been married to Rev. Dan Harrison for 23 years.
Loving, Creative Energy
Date: January 28, 2018
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 21:55
Scripture: Philippians 2:13-17, Luke 9:23-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: John Caldwell is a Community Member of Church of the Covenant
Something Bigger Than Us
Date: January 21, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 19:21
Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10, Mark 1:14-20
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday After Epiphany
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The Calling Begins ...
Date: January 14, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, with Stephan Papayanis
Length: 17:54
Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, John 1:43-51
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: In this sermon, Rev. Dan Harrison includes segments of a conversation he recorded at a local cafe with Stephan Papayanis.
Baptism, Inside and Out - A Mash'keh - Mik'veh Approach
Date: January 7, 2018
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:53
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Mark 1:4-11, Acts 19:1-7
Liturgical Week: First Sunday After Epiphany, The Baptism of Jesus
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I Want You to Know ...
Date: December 31, 2017
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler
Length: 13:12
Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-62:3, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:22-40
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Children Worship and Wonder: Christmas Story
Date: December 24, 2017
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell, Covenant Member
Length: 7:09
Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:47-55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Notes: This "Children Worship and Wonder" presentation is designed for children. It is accompanied by wooden props and candles that demonstrate all the elements of the story.
Special Reading from T. S. Eliot's "Journey of the Magi"
Date: December 24, 2017
Speaker(s): Larry Farmer, Covenant Member
Length: 3:39
Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:47-55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Re-JOY-ce
Date: December 17, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 15:47
Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24; John 1:6-8, 19-28
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Open Bethlehem
Date: December 10, 2017
Speaker(s): Leila Sansour, introduced by Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 21:23
Scripture: Psalm 85: 1-2, 8-13; Isaiah 40:1-11; 2 Peter 3:8-13
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Notes: Documentary film-maker Leila Sansour spoke at Church of the Covenant prior to her film, "Open Bethlehem" being shown at Lynchburg College in the afternoon. Sansour grew up in Bethlehem and she went back to spend several years filming the life of Bethlehem as the Jewish settlements encroached and the separation wall was built around the city.
La Colonia Esperanza - The Colony of Hope: Make it Yours
Date: December 3, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:38
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:24-37
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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My Spiritual Autobiography: The Making of a Pastor
Date: November 26, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 31:18
Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46
Liturgical Week: 25th Sunday after Pentecost
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Stewardship 2017-2018
Date: November 19, 2017
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 13:28
Scripture: Malachi 3:10-12, Mark 12:41-44
Liturgical Week: 24th Sunday after Pentecost
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Peace-maker or Peace-taker?
Date: November 12, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 29:49
Liturgical Week: 23rd Sunday after Pentecost
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My Spiritual Autobiography: Youth
Date: November 5, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 36:35
Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12
Liturgical Week: 22nd Sunday after Pentecost
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Great, Greater, Greatest
Date: October 29, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 29:02
Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40
Liturgical Week: 21st Sunday after Pentecost
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Doing whatever it takes: Climbing the Tree of Change
Date: October 22, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 28:24
Scripture: Luke 19:1-10
Liturgical Week: 20th Sunday after Pentecost
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This Treasure, This Mystery
Date: October 22, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Amanda Hatfield Moore
Length: 24:59
Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-48
Liturgical Week: * Installation Service
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Notes: This sermon was preached at the installation service for The Rev. Daniel Harrison, in the chapel of Church of the Covenant, 4pm, October 22, 2017. Rev. Hatfield Moore is pastor of Hillsville Christian Church, Hillsville, Virginia.
Have you checked the Lost and Found Recently?
Date: October 15, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 32:28
Scripture: Luke 15:11-24 (The story of the Prodigal Son)
Liturgical Week: 19th Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: This was presented the day after Rev. Harrison and several church members attended the UCC association meeting in North Carolina.
Gratitude and Faith: A Recipe for Peace
Date: October 8, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:26
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:31-36, 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18, Luke 7:36-50
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: The reference to Jack Beaton is to the man from Bakersfield, California who died while shielding his wife during the mass shooting in Las Vegas the previous Sunday night, October 1, 2017. 58 people died and more than 400 were wounded in the shooting. Rev. Harrison haf spoken earlier in the service about heroic, sacrificial, and loving actions of many of the people in the crowd, including Mr. Beaton.
Who Said I'm Crazy?
Date: October 1, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 24:43
Scripture: Psalm 34, 17-20; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 8:26-29, 38-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Hunger Games: A Survival Guide
Date: September 24, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 20:51
Scripture: Exodus 16:2-15, Matthew 25:34-40
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Who is the Light?
Date: September 17, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 18:13
Scripture: Exodus 14:21-17, 29-30a, 31; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 18:21-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jesus the Samaritan
Date: September 10, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison
Length: 27:59
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Psalm 149, Matthew 18:15-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The New Lodge Mission Group
Date: September 3, 2017
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler
Length: 25:37
Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15, Matthew 16:21-28
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: The New Lodge Mission Group also runs the Common Grounds Cafe in the Lodge of the Fishermen. Several other members of the mission group also spoke, but from their seats.
Membership: Looking to Re-commitment
Date: August 27, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dan Harrison, Dolly Cardwell, Will Cardwell, and Vince Sawyer
Length: 25:06
Scripture: Psalm 124, Romans 12:1-13, Matthew 16:13-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Water
Date: August 13, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Daniel Harrison
Length: 23:18
Scripture: Psalm 105:1-1, 16-22
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: This was Dan Harrison's first Sunday at Church of the Covenant. The previous day, he was with clergy in Charlottesville, at the counter-demonstration to the Alt-Right and White Supremacy gathering at which a car rammed a group of counter-demonstrators, killing one and injuring many.
How Many Will We Feed?
Date: August 6, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca, introduced by Bert Fisher
Length: 18:20
Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31; Psalm 17:1-8, 15; Matthew 14:13-21
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Tony Mecca is pastor of Saugerties United Methodist Church, Saugerties, New York. Rev. Mecca and his family have been bringing youth to a retreat and work project time at Church of the Covenant and Camp Kum-Ba-Yah each summer since 1987.
On Baptism
Date: July 30, 2017
Speaker(s): Paul Henderson
Length: 19:36
Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-28, Matthew 13:31-33, Mark 1:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Secret of Change
Date: July 16, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Daniel Harrison, introduced by Dolly Cardwell
Length: 28:25
Scripture: Romans 8:1-11; Psalm 119:105-112; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Daniel Harrison was under consideration to become the next pastor of Church of the Covenant. He submitted this recorded sermon so we would have the opportunity to hear him preach.
Camp Kum-Ba-Yah Update
Date: July 9, 2017
Speaker(s): Mike Mayer
Length: 29:03
Scripture: Romans 7:15-25a; Matthew 11:16-19,25-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Mike Mayer tells about progress at the camp this year, and about plans for the future.
Those People
Date: July 2, 2017
Speaker(s): Lynette Johnson, Executive Director of the Society of St. Andrew
Length: 19:21
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13; Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Lynette Johnson joined Society of St. Andrew in 2010 as the regional director in Tennessee, became director of faith programs in 2013, and executive director in 2017. She is also a ruling elder in the Presbyterian Church, and a Certified Christian Educator.
Money and Me
Date: June 25, 2017
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 19:23
Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21; Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17; Matthew 10:28-31, 34-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Personal Faith Journey
Date: June 18, 2017
Speaker(s): Genevieve Starbuck
Length: 11:40
Scripture: Romans 5:1-8,Psalm 116, Matthew 9:35-10:8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Update on the Chrysalis Interfaith Retreat Center
Date: June 11, 2017
Speaker(s): John Caldwell, Kay Hicks, and Dolly Cardwell
Length: 23:25
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, Matthew 28:16-20
Liturgical Week: Trinity Sunday / First Sunday after Pentecost
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Notes: John present a description of the retreat center and the Chrysalis Mission Group that supports it, and reads some comments from visitors. Kaye Hicks speaks of the importance of the mission group. And Dolly Cardwell talks about the challenge that face the mission group, and thus the retreat center.
Why I'm Still Christian
Date: May 28, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Dori Baker
Length: 26:16
Scripture: Acts 1:6-14; 1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11; John 17:1-11
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday of Easter
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Notes: Dori Baker is introduced by Dolly Cardwell.
My Journey to Sanity
Date: May 21, 2017
Speaker(s): Larry Farmer
Length: 18:29
Scripture: Psalm 66:8-14, 16-20; John 14:15-21
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Honesty
Date: May 14, 2017
Speaker(s): Danny Givens (introduced by Will Cardwell)
Length: 26:19
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-5, 9-10; John 14:1-7, 12-14
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Searching and Finding ... or Not
Date: May 7, 2017
Speaker(s): Kay Hicks
Length: 15:41
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, John 10:1-10
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Kay Hicks is a covenant member of Church of the Covenant.
The Privilege of a Lifetime, Part Three
Date: April 30, 2017
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 20:34
Scripture: Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19; Luke 24:13-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: The earlier portions of John's personal Journey were presented on November 6 and 13, 2016.
Update on Camp Kum-Ba-Yah
Date: April 23, 2017
Speaker(s): Pat Haley
Length: 36:07
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, John 20:19-31
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Pat Haley is the executive director of Camp Kum-Ba-Yah
My Journey
Date: April 9, 2017
Speaker(s): Peggy Fosse
Length: 21:06
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Philippians 2:5-11, 14-15
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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The Interfaith Outreach Association
Date: April 2, 2017
Speaker(s): Shawne Farmer, introduced by Will Cardwell
Length: 15:51
Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14, Psalm 130, John 11:1-45
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Shawne Farmer is the executive director of The Interfaith Outreach Association. This organization was started in 1982 by several local churches, including Church of the Covenant. This was presented during a time when the church was between pastors and was an opportunity to invited representatives of supported ministries to speak to the congregation.
Another Different Journey
Date: March 26, 2017
Speaker(s): Paul Henderson
Length: 26:27
Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-13; Ephesians 5:8-10; John 9:1-41
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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Elizabeth's Early Learning Center
Date: March 5, 2017
Speaker(s): Jane Gerdy
Length: 18:14
Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7; Psalm 32; Matthew 4:1-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Jane Gerdy has been executive director of Elizabeth's Early Learning Center, for 8 years. Church of the Covenant supports the center and had a part in creating it. She is introduced by Vince Sawyer. Jane begins speaking at 3:11.
What Does it Mean to Follow Jesus?
Date: February 26, 2017
Speaker(s): Rev. Rebecca Stelle
Length: 23:51
Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9
Liturgical Week: Eighth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: The Rev. Rebecca Stelle, a Lutheran pastor from the Church of the Saviour in Washington, DC Under the mentorship of Gordon Cosby, Becca founded "Becoming Church," the " Church of Christ Right Now," and "Reunion."
The Nature of Our Journey
Date: February 19, 2017
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler
Length: 31:53
Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-14, 17-18; Psalm 119:33-40; Matthew 5:43-48
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday after Epiphany
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Sermon on the Mount
Date: February 12, 2017
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 15:04
Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 119:1-8, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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Memorial Service for Helen Papayanis
Date: February 4, 2017
Speaker(s): Paul Henderson, family and friends of Helen Papayanis
Length: 55:12
Scripture: Psalm 139, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
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Seeking Refuge, Humility, and Justice
Date: January 29, 2017
Speaker(s): Sandy Fisher (reading a sermon by Rev. David Edwards)
Length: 13:44
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Psalm 146, Matthew 5:1-12a
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: David Edwards wrote a homily for the service at the Sisters of Loretto, and a longer version for use at the Church of the Covenant.
Living in the Present Moment
Date: January 22, 2017
Speaker(s): Stephanie Loveridge
Length: 14:05
Scripture: Psalm 27, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:17-22
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: This sermon is based on Psalm 27 in the week's lectionary readings.
A Faith Informed by Empathy
Date: January 15, 2017
Speaker(s): Ana Ekstrom
Length: 18:09
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday After Epiphany
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Notes: Sermon came about two months after the election of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States.
Readings from Howard Thurman's "The Mood of Christmas"
Date: December 25, 2016
Speaker(s): Randy Layne
Length: 9:44
Scripture: John 1:1-14, Psalm 98, Isaiah 52:7-10
Liturgical Week: Christmas Day
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God is Acting Still
Date: December 18, 2016
Speaker(s): Paul Henderson
Length: 21:58
Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14, Psalm 80, Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Advent
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Approaching Suffering
Date: December 11, 2016
Speaker(s): Danny Givens
Length: 16:38
Scripture: Psalm 146, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-6
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Notes: Danny Givens had been on a 10-day service trip to Haiti in July 2016. From that experiences, and studying the writings of others, he reflects on the nature and value of suffering.
Acceptance and Hope
Date: December 4, 2016
Speaker(s): Stephanie Loveridge
Length: 11:05
Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-13 (excerpts), Matthew 3:1-12
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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A Spiritual Battery Charge
Date: November 27, 2016
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 11:54
Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:11-14, Psalm 122, Matthew 24:36-44
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Advent
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How the Church Tells Time (A Children Worship and Wonder story)
Date: November 20, 2016
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 10:53
Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20, Psalm 46, Luke 23:33-43
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Privilege of a Lifetime, Part Two
Date: November 13, 2016
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 14:45
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, Psalm 98, Luke 21:5-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: This is part two of the sermon John began the previous week.
The Privilege of a Lifetime, Part One
Date: November 6, 2016
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 21:18
Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17; Psalm 145, Luke 20:27-38
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: This is a beginning of a two-part series. The sermon was completed the following week.
To Love Each Other ...
Date: October 30, 2016
Speaker(s): Randy Layne
Length: 9:46
Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-3, 2-1-3; Psalm 119:137-144; Luke 19:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Children of Promise and The Golden Rule
Date: October 23, 2016
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 13:40
Scripture: Psalm 65:9-13, Luke 6:27-31
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: This sermon was given on the 25th Anniversary of the Children's Sabbath.
My Journey: Growing Old
Date: October 16, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Don Morrison
Length: 18:53
Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104, 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5, Luke 18:1-8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Don Morrison is a covenant member of Church of the Covenant.
Where Are the Nine?
Date: October 9, 2016
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell, with recording of Bev Cosby from 1977
Length: 21:12
Scripture: Psalm 66; Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7, 10-11; Luke 17:11-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Will Cardwell speaks about the gospel reading, and includes commentary from Rev. Bev Cosby from a sermon recorded on September 11, 1977.
Guarding the Good Treasure
Date: October 2, 2016
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 13:47
Scripture: Lamentations 1:1, 3, 8, 11-12, 16; Psalm 137:1-6; 2 Timothy 1:1-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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When Things Seem Dark, Go Out and Buy a Field
Date: September 25, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Dwight Mays
Length: 19:09
Scripture: Psalm 91; Luke 16:19-31; Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Journey of a Lifetime
Date: September 11, 2016
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 14:06
Scripture: Psalm 14, 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Bert Fisher is a Covenant Member of the church, a member of the Genesis Mission Group, and is a retired firefighter. He is originally from New York.
Is Discipleship Even Possible?
Date: September 4, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 23:56
Scripture: Luke 14:25-33
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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My Spiritual Journey, Part 2
Date: August 28, 2016
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 19:31
Scripture: Psalm 81:1, 10-16; Jeremiah 2:4-5, 7, 11-13; Luke 14:1, 7-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Vince Sawyer is a Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant
Who are God's Prophets in Lynchburg? How Might We Bend Our Ears Toward Them?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 21, 2016
Speaker(s): Dori Baker
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 71:1-6, Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 13:10-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: The Rev. Dr. Dori Baker is an independent scholar, United Methodist minister, and self-proclaimed "spy for hope." She works part-time for the Forum for Theological Exploration, and Atlanta-based nonprofit leadership incubator. She edits a book series at Chalice Press that highlights diverse young leaders doing social change through faith communities. She and her husband, Lincoln, live in Lynchburg. This sermon was not recorded.
My Spiritual Journey
Date: August 14, 2016
Speaker(s): Randy Layne
Length: 12:17
Scripture: Psalm 80, Hebrews 12:18-29, Luke 12:49-56
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Open Table and Open Doors
Date: August 7, 2016
Speaker(s): Christina Cosby
Length: 17:10
Scripture: Luke 12:32-40; Hebrews 11: 1-3, 8-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Our Responsibilities to Each Other
Date: July 31, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca, introduced by Vince Sawyer
Length: 17:04
Scripture: Psalm 107; Colossians 3:1-4, 12-17; Luke 12:13-21
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Tony Mecca is pastor of Saugerties United Methodist Church in New York. He and his wife, Debbie, bring church members from their home church each year to donate their time and resources to volunteer projects at Church of the Covenant and Camp Kum-Ba-Yah.
As a Covenant Member ...
Date: July 24, 2016
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 23:32
Scripture: Psalm 85, Colossians 2:6-19, Luke 11:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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No Reward Needed
Date: July 17, 2016
Speaker(s): Christina Cosby
Length: 14:10
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Congregational Health
Date: July 10, 2016
Speaker(s): Ruth Syre and Brian Harness, introduced by Stephanie Loveridge
Length: 23:35
Scripture: Psalm 82, Colossians 1:1-14, Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Ruth Syre is the Program Manager for Congregation and Community Health at Centra, and Bryan Harness is the Staff Chaplain for Mental Health at Virginia Baptist Hospital. Stephanie Loveridge is the Parish Nurse at Church of the Covenant.
A Covenant Community: What does it mean to be called The Church?
Date: July 3, 2016
Speaker(s): Christina Cosby
Length: 15:54
Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 27; Matthew 3:13-17, 28:19-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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My Spiritual Journey
Date: June 26, 2016
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler
Length: 19:15
Scripture: Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Luke 9:51-62
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Circle of a Life
Date: June 19, 2016
Speaker(s): Ana Ekstrom
Length: 24:44
Scripture: Psalm 43, Luke 8:26-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Ana Ekstrom is an active member of the Church of the Covenant community.
Look Again
Date: June 12, 2016
Speaker(s): Christina Cosby
Length: 17:49
Scripture: Psalm 5:1-8, Luke 7:36-8:3
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Children, Outdoors, and Spirituality
Date: June 5, 2016
Speaker(s): Alys Hickcox
Length: 23:04
Scripture: Genesis 2:4-8, 15; Psalm 104, Matthew 19:1-2, 13-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Alys Hickcox spoke as a representative of the Children Outdoors Mission Group. She's been with Church of the Covenant for more than 5 years.
An Unselfish God
Date: May 22, 2016
Speaker(s): Christina Cosby
Length: 14:59
Scripture: Focus on Luke 7:36-8:3. Also in the service: Romans 5:1-5, Psalm 8, John 16:12-15
Liturgical Week: Trinity Sunday
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Notes: This is the first Sunday with Christina Cosby as our pastoral intern. Christina, grand niece of P. G. Cosby, is beginning a 10-week internship with Church of the Covenant before returning to Princeton Theological Seminary for her third year of graduate study.
My Spiritual Journey Keeps on Going
Date: May 15, 2016
Speaker(s): Genevieve Starbuck
Length: 18:21
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21; Psalm 104; John 14:15-17, 25-27
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Notes: Genevieve Starbuck is a community member of the Church of the Covenant. She plays the recorder each week as part of the musical group for the worship service.
Mentored Into Covenant Membership
Date: May 8, 2016
Speaker(s): Kay Hicks
Length: 14:00
Scripture: Revelation 22:12-14, 17, 20-21; Acts 16-34; Psalm 97; John 17:20-26
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Kay Hicks is a Covenant member of Church of the Covenant.
Where Will I Lead Us? What Will We Do?
Date: May 1, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Dwight Mays
Length: 17:36
Scripture: Psalm 67, Revelation 21:10,-22, John 14:22-27
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Rev. Dwight Mays and his wife, Vicki, are long-time friends of the Church of the Covenant and the Lodge of the Fisherman. Dwight Mays has been a pastor in the United Methodist Church, Baptist Church, and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ.) They are retired and are members of Peakland Baptist Church in Lynchburg.
The Haven Mission Group
Date: April 24, 2016
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer and Katie Epley
Length: 12:36
Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, Psalm 148, John 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Vince Sawyer and Katie Epley are both active members of The Haven Mission Group.
This Place Has God's DNA
Date: April 17, 2016
Speaker(s): Pat Haley
Length: 33:40
Scripture: Revelation 7:9-10, 13-17; Acts 9:36-43; Psalm 23; John 10:22-30
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Pat Haley is the director of Camp-Kum-Ba-Yah. He concluded the sermon by singing "Imagine", by Paul McCartney. He accompanied himself on the guitar.
Searching for God, or, Be Careful What You Ask For
Date: April 10, 2016
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 24:46
Scripture: Psalm 30, John 21:1-19
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Greater You - The One Who Calls
Date: April 3, 2016
Speaker(s): Mike Mayer
Length: 28:13
Scripture: Psalm 50, Acts 5:27-32, John 20:19-23
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Resurrection
Date: March 27, 2016
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 9:45
Scripture: Psalm 118, Acts 10:34-43, John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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Broken Vessels - Vulnerability and Vibrancy
Date: March 20, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Anne Gibbons
Length: 15:59
Scripture: Psalm 31:9-16, Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 19:28-40
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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The Life and Work of the Genesis Mission Group
Date: March 13, 2016
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher, Randy Layne, Stephanie Loveridge, and Will Cardwell
Length: 19:07
Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21, Psalm 126, Phillipians 3:4b-11, John 12:1-8
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Bert Fisher, Randy Layne, Stephanie Loveridge, and Will Cardwell and the current members of the Genesis Mission Group.
Direction - Limits
Date: March 6, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. Don Morrison
Length: 26:29
Scripture: Psalm 32; 2 Corinthians 5:16-21; Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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We, With the Help of God
Date: February 28, 2016
Speaker(s): Mike Buhler and Randy Layne
Length: 8:41
Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-3, 6-9; Psalm 63; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13; Luke 13:6-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Mike Buhler and Randy Lane alternate sermonettes.
Silence as Part of the Interior Life
Date: February 21, 2016
Speaker(s): Stephanie Loveridge
Length: 17:33
Scripture: Psalm 27; Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18; Luke 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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My Spiritual Journey, Part 1
Date: February 14, 2016
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 18:16
Scripture: Romans 10:8b-13, Luke 4:1-13
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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The Fullness or Our Life Together
Date: February 7, 2016
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 16:09
Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Corinthians 3:13-4:2, Luke 9:28-43
Liturgical Week: Last Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Dolly Cardwell delivers a sermon to begin the transition period following the retirement of Rev. David Edwards.
My Journey Continues / The Way of Love
Date: January 31, 2016
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer & Will Cardwell
Length: 19:03
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Jeremiah 1:4-10
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Notes: This is the first worship service after the ministry of Rev. David Edwards. The sermon was given in two parts, by Vince Sawyer and Will Cardwell, two of the three persons taking responsibility to coordinate the functions of the church in the absence of a pastor. The third person is Rachel Wilson.
The Inward Journey, The Outward Journey, and Our Life Together
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 24, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31; Luke 4:4-21
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Notes: There is no recording of this service, which was the last Sunday of Rev. David Edwards's time as pastor of Church of the Covenant. A major snowstorm over the weekend forced cancellation of the worship service, so only the written version is available.
Spirit and Diversity - That's How it Works!
Date: January 17, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:21
Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 36:5-10; 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4-11
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: This is the second-to-last sermon of David Edwards at Church of the Covenant.
The Priority of the Inward Journey
Date: January 10, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:42
Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7; Luke 3:15-18, 21-22
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Comments and Presentations at the Luncheon for David & Kaye Edwards
Date: January 10, 2016
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer Rachel Wilson, Tiona Cook Wilson, Will Cardwell, Dolly Cardwell, David & Kaye Edwards
Length: 27:19
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Notes: This was at a luncheon held in honor of David & Kaye Edwards after their 13 years at Church of the Covenant. Vince Sawyer served as host. The event was held in The Lodge of the Fisherman, with about 45 people in attendance.
Incarnating the Word - The Reason for Our Spiritual Practice
Date: January 3, 2016
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:15
Scripture: John 1:1-5, 10-14
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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4 Readings from "The Mood of Christmas" by Howard Thurman
Date: December 27, 2015
Speaker(s): Randy Layne
Length: 10:28
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17, Luke 2:41-52
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Notes: The four segments of "The Mood of Christmas" are: - "The Point of Greatest Need" - "The Desert Dweller" - "Magic All Around Us" - "Christmas"
Mary's Song of Faith
Date: December 20, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:04
Scripture: Luke 1:26-55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Rejoice Always
Date: December 13, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:24
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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The Inward and Outward Life of the Community
Date: December 6, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:07
Scripture: Malachi 3:1-6, Philippians 1:1-11, Luke 3:1-6
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Wait, Abound in Love, Keep the Vision
Date: November 29, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:55
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-38
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Her Life and Faith Journey
Date: November 22, 2015
Speaker(s): Tiona Cook Wilson (Intro by Rev. David L. Edwards)
Length: 21:42
Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-4, Revelation 1:4-6, John 18:33-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Tiona Cook Wilson is a new Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant. She tells her life and faith journey to the congregation. Tiona said she wanted her story to also appear on the website, as she has learned the value of sharing her story.
Death Throes, or Birth Pangs?
Date: November 15, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 22:08
Scripture: Psalm 16, Hebrews 10:19-25, Mark 13:1-8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Commitment as Steadfast Love
Date: November 8, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:53
Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17; Psalm 127; Hebrews 9:24-28; Mark 12:38-44
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Inclusive Love of God
Date: October 25, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:40
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9, Mark 10:46-52
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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They replied, "We are able."
Date: October 18, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David Edwards
Length: 18:38
Scripture: Mark 10:35-45
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Chrysalis Interfaith Retreat Center
Date: October 11, 2015
Speaker(s): Sandy Fisher
Length: 7:17
Scripture: Amos 5:6-7, 10-15; Psalm 90; Mark 10:17-31
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sandy Fisher is a Community Member of Church of the Covenant, and is director of the Chrysalis Interfaith Retreat Center.
Commitment Sunday ... What Does it Really Mean To Be a Christian?
Date: October 4, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David Edwards
Length: 13:30
Scripture: Psalm 8, Mark 10:13-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Keeping Our Saltiness, Being at Peace
Date: September 27, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:38
Scripture: Mark 9:38-50
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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On Her Life and Faith Journey
Date: September 20, 2015
Speaker(s): Stephanie Loveridge
Length: 15:27
Scripture: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a; Mark 9: 30-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Stephanie Loveridge is scheduled to become a Community Member of Church of the Covenant on October 4. She is a single mom of two boys, ages 17 and 15. She's been an RN for 20 years, and is currently the director of Child Mental Health Services at Centra.
Silence and Listening
Date: September 13, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 22:12
Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-22, Psalm 19, James 3:1-12, Mark 8:27-38
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Impartiality of Love
Date: September 6, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:12
Scripture: James 2:1-9, 14-17; Mark 7:24-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Where Else Would We Go?
Date: August 23, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 1546
Scripture: Joshua 24:1-2a, 14-21; John 6:56-59
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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We Are What We Eat
Date: August 16, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:33
Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Psalm 34, Ephesians 5:15-20, John 6:51-58
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Too Marvelous for Words
Date: August 9, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Dwight Mays
Length: 21:47
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8, Ephesians 4:25-5:2, John 6:35, 41-51
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: The Rev. Dwight Mays was the guest preacher, as Rev. David Edwards was away this week.
The Bread of Life in Your Own Life
Date: August 2, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca
Length: 13:39
Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12, John 6:24-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Tony Mecca and his wife, Debbie have been with us many times. Again, they brought a work group from Saugerties United Methodist Church, Saugerties, NY. They stay on the grounds for a week, working on projects and staying in the retreat center.
Every Day I Will Bless You
Date: July 26, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:18
Scripture: Psalm 145, Ephesians 3:14-19, John 6:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Dwelling Place for God
Date: July 19, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:54
Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-6, Psalm 23, Ephesians 2:11-22, Mark 6:30-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Celebration of Commitment: Whestley's Faith Journey and Personal Understanding of Theology
Date: July 12, 2015
Speaker(s): Whestley Spangler, introduced by Rev. David Edwards
Length: 37:13
Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Whestley Spangler was becoming a Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant. (The occasional buzz on the recording is from an iPad on the pulpit.)
The Power of Weakness
Date: July 5, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:09
Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Mark 6:1-6
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Spiritual Disciplines: The Openings to Our True Nature
Date: June 28, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:41
Scripture: Wisdom of Solomon 1:12-15, 2:23; 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, 7-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Miriam's House
Date: June 21, 2015
Speaker(s): Sarah Quarantotto and Kristen Nolen, introduced by Vince Sawyer
Length: 23:56
Scripture: Job 38:1-11, Psalm 107, Mark 4:35-41
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sarah Quarantotto is the executive director of Miriam's House. Kristen Nolen is the director of housing services at Miriam's House. Since 1994, Miriam's House has been a program designed to empower women made vulnerable by homelessness.
Remembering Who We Are in Times of Change and Transition
Date: June 14, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:53
Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24; Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15; 2 Corinthians 16-20; Mark 4:26-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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On My Retirement
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 7, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7, 16; Mark 3:31-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: David Edwards announces he will retire in 8-10 months. The service was not recorded as all those who normally did that were not there.
God's Forever Family
Date: May 31, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Dwight Mays
Length: 13:12
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost / Trinity Sunday
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Notes: Rev. Dwight Mays preached in the absence of Rev. David Edwards, who was away that week.
Community and the Spirit
Date: May 24, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:17
Scripture: Psalm 104, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost
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Remembering Where We Came From
Date: May 17, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:33
Scripture: John 3:1-10, John 17:6-19
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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All Creation Rejoices when Humans Get Their Act Together
Date: May 10, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:27
Scripture: Psalm 98, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-17
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Faith: Battle Line or Life Line?
Date: May 3, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 20:39
Scripture: Psalm 96, John 15:1-8
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Eastertide
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Notes: Mike Hickcox is communication director for Society of St. Andrew and attends worship at Church of the Covenant.
2015 Report on Camp Kum-Ba-Yah
Date: April 26, 2015
Speaker(s): Pay Haley
Length: 32:41
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Eastertide
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Notes: Pat Haley is the director of Camp Kum-Ba-Yah.
Stewards of Creation During Climate Change
Date: April 19, 2015
Speaker(s): Bob Poignant
Length: 16:34
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:19-20, Psalm 19, James 2:2-8, 14-24
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Eastertide
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Notes: Dr. Bob Poignant, a scientist and a teacher, is also head of the St. Francis Justice, Peace, and Creation Care Group at Church of the Covenant.
Gifts of Covenant Membership
Date: April 12, 2015
Speaker(s): Rachel C. Wilson
Length: 18:46
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Eastertide
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Notes: Rachel Wilson is a Covenant Member of Church of the Covenant
Practicing Resurrection
Date: April 5, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:00
Scripture: Mark 16:1-8
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
Date: March 29, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:04
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Unless the Seed Dies
Date: March 22, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:43
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 12:20-26
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Looking Up to the Cross
Date: March 15, 2015
Speaker(s): Sandy Fisher (reading for Rev. David L. Edwards)
Length: 16:22
Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, Ephesians 2:1-10, John 3:14-21
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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Notes: David Edwards was present, but not feeling well, so Sandy read the sermon for him.
Contemplative Prayer
Date: March 8, 2015
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 19:08
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Notes: John Caldwell is a Community Member of Church of the Covenant.
The Journey of Faith
Date: March 1, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:30
Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-19; Mark 8:31-38
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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Listening to Jesus
Date: February 15, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:16
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-10, Mark 9:-29
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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Jesus Moves On: Faithfulness to Call
Date: February 8, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:55
Scripture: Mark 1:29-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Fear of God: Covenant and Blood: Revisiting Some Important, Yet Troublesome, Words
Date: February 1, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 4:8-10, Psalm 111, Mark 14:22-25
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Living and Loving Without Possessing
Date: January 25, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:33
Scripture: Psalm 62:5-12, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, Mark 1:14-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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I Knew You Before You Were Born
Date: January 18, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Dwight Mays
Length: 25:35
Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20, John 1:43-51
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Rev. Dwight Mays and his wife, Vicki, are long-time friends of the Church of the Covenant and the Lodge of the Fisherman. Dwight Mays has been a pastor in the United Methodist Church, Baptist Church, and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). They are retired and are members of Peakland Baptist Church in Lynchburg.
Becoming More
Date: January 11, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Jan Linn
Length: 26:36
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Acts 19:1-7, Mark 1:4-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Jan Linn is recently retired as a minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Many years ago, he was a chaplain at Lynchburg College and a covenant member of Church of the Covenant. He is the author of 13 books. He and his wife, Rev Joy Linn, are co-directors of the New Clergy Program of the Chautauqua Institution in New York.
The Ongoing Incarnation
Date: January 4, 2015
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:06
Scripture: John 1:1-5, 9-14, 16-18
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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The Song of Creation, the Song of Salvation
Date: December 28, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:13
Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-62:5, Psalm 148, Luke 2:22-40
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Considering Mary
Date: December 21, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:14
Scripture: Matthew 1:26-38
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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A Different Kind of Joy
Date: December 14, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:01
Scripture: Psalm 126, Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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What Sort of Persons Are We to Be?
Date: December 7, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:01
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-9, 2 Peter 3:8-15a
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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God Who Meets Us
Date: November 30, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:09
Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:28-37
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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A Parable of Responsibility and Accountability
Date: November 16, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:03
Scripture: Psalm 123, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 25:14-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Ready for a Party
Date: November 9, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:43
Scripture: Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25; Matthew 25:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Surrounded by Witnesses and Saints
Date: November 2, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:33
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3; Hebrews 1:1-2, 7, 11-14
Liturgical Week: All Saints Sunday / All Souls day
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Imagination and Faithfulness
Date: October 26, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Kaye Edwards
Length: 15:51
Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Matthew 22:34-40
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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What Belongs to God
Date: October 19, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:23
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3, 8-10; Matthew 22:15-22
Liturgical Week: National Observance of Children's Sabbaths
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Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road?
Date: October 12, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 23:21
Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:1-6, Matthew 15:21-28, Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Forgetting the Past, Leaning Toward the Future, Living in the Present - The Journey of Faith
Date: October 5, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:40
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-14
Liturgical Week: Commitment Sunday
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Stars Shining in the World
Date: September 28, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:40
Scripture: Phillipians 2:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Church of the Covenant Community
Date: September 21, 2014
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 18:51
Scripture: Exodus 16:2-15, Philippians 1:21-30, Matthew 20:1-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Dolly Cardwell has been a Covenant Member of The Church of the Covenant since it began in 1954. Here, she delivers a wonderful view of the basics and life of the community.
Not Judging, and Forgiveness
Date: September 14, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:57
Scripture: Romans 14:1-12, Matthew 18:21-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Waking Up to Love
Date: September 7, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:12
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Haven Mission Group
Date: August 31, 2014
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer, Julia Crim, Alan Womack, and Katie Epley
Length: 34:57
Scripture: Exodus 3:1-14, Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 16:21-26
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: The Haven Mission Group began 16 years ago. The group is now working hard on the creation of a "The Healing Place" program to be located in the Lynchburg area and serving a large portion of Virginia.
What is Your Beginning Story?
Date: August 24, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Audrey Connor
Length: 16:31
Scripture: Exodus 1:8-2:10, Romans 12:1-8, Matthew 16:13-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Audrey is an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). She has just finished a year-long chaplain residency and will return this week to the classroom to teach math at Heritage High School after a 14-year hiatus in the church. Audrey lives in Lynchburg with her wife, Miranda Cook, and their two dogs.
The Work of Community
Date: August 17, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:17
Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1, Matthew 15:21-18
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith and Fear
Date: August 10, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:11
Scripture: Psalm 105:4, Matthew 14:22-33
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Struggling with God
Date: August 3, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:00
Scripture: Psalm 17:1-7,15; Genesis 32:22-31, 33:1-4
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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What Kind of World Is This?
Date: July 20, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:29
Scripture: Psalm 139, Genesis 28:10-19a, Matthew 13:24-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Reflections on Favorite Passages
Date: July 13, 2014
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 15:30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: John Caldwell is a Community Member of Church of the Covenant.
Abraham and Isaac: A Story That Won't Go Away
Date: June 29, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:43
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Beyond Family
Date: June 22, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:58
Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21, Matthew 10:34-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Reflections on Wednesday Morning Worship & Bible Study
Date: June 15, 2014
Speaker(s): Rachel Wilson, Bert Fisher, and Kay Hicks
Length: 10:38
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2:4a, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, Mathew 28:16-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rachel Wilson, Bert Fisher, and Kay Hicks are all part of the group that regularly meets on Wednesday mornings for worship in the chapel and Bible study in the lodge.
Your Hair's On Fire
Date: June 8, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:49
Scripture: Psalm 104:24-35, I Corinthians 12:3b-13, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost
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Why Look Toward Heaven?
Date: June 1, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:41
Scripture: Psalm 68:-10,32-35; Acts 1:1-14
Liturgical Week: Ascension of Christ
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Report on Camp Kum-Ba-Yah, 2014
Date: May 25, 2014
Speaker(s): Pat Haley
Length: 31:27
Scripture: Psalm 66:8-14, 16-20; John 14:15-21
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Notes: Pat Haley is the director of Camp Kum-Ba-Yah. He talks about the plans for the camp in 2014 and the many ways the program is growing, and focuses on helping children experience the outdoors, nature, and gardening.
Taking Refuge
Date: May 18, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:44
Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5, 1 Peter 2:2-10, John 14:1-14
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Community of the Good Shepherd
Date: May 11, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:02
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, John 10:1-10
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Presence of the Living Jesus
Date: May 4, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:40
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Sin of Bigness
Date: April 27, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Don Morrison
Length: 27:56
Scripture: Isaiah 5:7-10, Psalm 19, Luke 1:46-55
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Notes: Don Morrison is a retired minister of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He's been a member of Church of the Covenant for many years, and is a founding member of The Crofters Mission Group. Don is a prolific writer of essays, prayers, and letters to members of Congress about issues related to the environment and economic justice.
Jesus's Resurrection and Ours
Date: April 20, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:14
Scripture: John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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In Our Right Minds
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Date: April 13, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:29
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Can These Bones Live?
Date: April 6, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:38
Scripture: Psalm 130, Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:1-45
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Seeing for Ourselves
Date: March 30, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:29
Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13, Ephesians 5:8-10, John 9:1-41
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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The JourneyInto Our Own Hearts
Date: March 23, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:03
Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 5:1-5, John 4:5-15
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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The Journey of Our Rebirth
Date: March 16, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:59
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, Psalm 121, John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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The Story of God
Date: March 9, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Audrey Connor
Length: 17:12
Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7; Matthew 4:1-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Rev. Audrey Connor is ordained in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and serves as chaplain resident at Centra Hospital System in Lynchburg, Va.
Jesus' Transfiguration and Ours
Date: March 2, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:59
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9
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Perfect: Being Who We Truly Are
Date: February 23, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:43
Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18; 1 Corinthians 3:16-17; Matthew 5:38-48
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Living Well in the Land
Date: February 16, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:52
Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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The Light of the World: Who We Really Are
Date: February 9, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:57
Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12, Psalm 112, Matthew 5:13-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Communion Meditation
Date: February 2, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Curtis Harper
Length: 16:28
Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Following the Living Christ
Date: January 26, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:49
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:18-23
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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What Are You Looking For?
Date: January 19, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:23
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, John 1:29-34
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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A Gentle, Committed, and Universal Faith and Life
Date: January 12, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:27
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 10:34-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Gleaning and Feeding
Date: January 5, 2014
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 23:57
Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-10, Deuteronomy 24:19-21, Ruth 2:17-23
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Christmas
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Jesus: Pioneer of Our Faith
Date: December 29, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:16
Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-13, 17-18; Matthew 2:13-23
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Called to Be Saints: Considering Joseph
Date: December 22, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:58
Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Joy and Patience
Date: December 15, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:07
Scripture: Psalm 146, James 5:7-10
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Peace Begins with Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 8, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:1-13
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Notes: This sermon was not preached because the service was cancelled because of bad weather.
Advent: Time to Wake Up
Date: December 1, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:17
Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 24:33-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Linda Sue Sullivan: A Sharing of Memories and Reflections
Date: November 26, 2013
Speaker(s): Friends and Relatives
Length: 47:51
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Notes: This is a recording of the sharing of memories and reflections from the memorial service for Linda Sue Sullivan.
United in the One
Date: November 24, 2013
Speaker(s): Shayk Ahmed Abdur Rashid
Length: 32:43
Scripture: Psalm 46
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Notes: Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid is the spiritual leader of the World Community (Sufi) and president of Legacy International in Bedford.
Building a House for God - The Inward Journey
Date: November 10, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:21
Scripture: Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Psalm 145:2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Vindicating Zacchaeus, and Other Good People Wrongly Judged
Date: November 3, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:58
Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4; Psalm 119:137-144; Luke 19:1-10
Liturgical Week: All Saints Day
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Confronting Our Pharisees Within
Date: October 27, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Audrey Connor
Length: 15:07
Scripture: Psalm 95, Joel 2:23-32, Luke 18:9-14
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Notes: Rev. Audrey Connor is a graduate of Vanderbilt Divinity School and an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ.) She is Chaplain Resident at the Centra Hospital System in Lynchburg.
From Religion to Life: Receiving the Kingdom as a Little Child
Date: October 20, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:24
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Luke 18:15-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Date: October 13, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:23
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7, 20-11; Luke 17:5-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Covenant Life: Singing God�s Song in a Foreign Land
Date: October 6, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:16
Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-16, Psalm 137, 2 Timothy 1:1-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Spiritual Life: Stewardship of Our Lives
Date: September 22, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:46
Scripture: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1, Luke 16:10-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Journey of Repentance
Date: September 15, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:53
Scripture: Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28; Psalm 51; 1 Timothy 1:12-17; Luke 15:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith and Technology
Date: September 8, 2013
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell
Length: 17:34
Scripture: Luke 14:33
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Notes: Will Cardwell is a covenant member of Church of the Covenant.
Invitation to Communion
Date: September 1, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 8:06
Scripture: Luke 14:1, 7-14
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Spiritual Biography
Date: August 25, 2013
Speaker(s): Genevieve Starbuck
Length: 15:26
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Notes: Genevieve Starbuck is a Community Member of Church of the Covenant.
Jesus' "Hot" Words
Date: August 18, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:31
Scripture: Luke 12:49-56
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living Faith
Date: August 11, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:11
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16, 12:1-2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Communion Meditation: Heart Trip
Date: August 4, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Curtis Harper
Length: 29:57
Scripture: Psalm 107:1-9, 43; Colossians 3:1-4, 12-17; Luke 12:13-21
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Open Door (Spiritual Biography)
Date: July 28, 2013
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 16:02
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Sitting and Listening
Date: July 21, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:57
Scripture: Amos 8:1-12, Psalm 52, Luke 10:38-42
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Being Neighbor: The Way of Eternal Life
Date: July 14, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:49
Scripture: Psalm 82, Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Love in Community: Burden-bearing, Load-carrying, and Doing Our Own Work
Date: July 7, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:29
Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Presentation of Honored Minister Pin to Rev. Kay Edwards
Date: June 23, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Ron Degges & Rev. Lee Parker
Length: 3:59
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Broom Trees, Caves, and Courage
Date: June 23, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Ron Degges
Length: 14:12
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15a
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Making Ourselves Small
Date: June 16, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:10
Scripture: Psalm 32, Luke 7:36-8:3
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith as Remaining Open
Date: June 9, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:30
Scripture: Psalm 30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Communion Invitation / Meditation
Date: June 2, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 5:42
Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-21, Psalm 96, Galatians 1:1-7 & 9-10, Luke 7:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Psalm 8: Knowing Our Place
Date: May 26, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:38
Scripture: Psalm 8, Proverbs 8:30-31, John 16:12-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Community and the Spirit
Date: May 19, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:42
Scripture: Psalm 104, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Something There is That Doesn't Love a Jail
Date: May 12, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:59
Scripture: Acts 16:16-34
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday of Easter
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No Temple in the City
Date: May 5, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:19
Scripture: Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Song of Creation
Date: April 28, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:05
Scripture: Psalm 148, Acts 11:1-18, Revelation 21:1-6, John 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Left Hand of God
Date: April 21, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:32
Scripture: Psalm 23, Revelation 7:13-17
Liturgical Week: The Fourth Sunday of Easter
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The Presence of the Living Christ
Date: April 14, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:37
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Easter
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Being at Peace, Breathing in the Spirit
Date: April 7, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:48
Scripture: Psalm 150, John 20:19-23
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Easter
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A New Heaven and Earth, A New Us
Date: March 31, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:47
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter
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A Listening Heart, A Servant Life
Date: March 24, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:52
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9a, Philippians 2:5-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Notes: Rev. Gordon Cosby had died four days earlier, March 20, 1013.
Radical Faithfulness
Date: March 17, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Mark Benson
Length: 23:51
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-11
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Notes: Mark Benson is pastor of Gordon St. Christian Church (Disciples of Christ,) Kinston, NC.
Breakfast with Chloe
Date: March 10, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:08
Scripture: (none)
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Invitation to Life
Date: March 3, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:44
Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9, Luke 13:6-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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Trust and Confidence: The Journey of Faith
Date: February 24, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:30
Scripture: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18; Luke 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Lent ... Again
Date: February 17, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 15:58
Scripture: Luke 4:1-13
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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With Shining Faces
Date: February 10, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:28
Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Luke 9:28-36
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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The Way of Love
Date: February 3, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:59
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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The Life of Faith: Listening and Living
Date: January 27, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:38
Scripture: Psalm 19; Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Luke 4:14-21
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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One Spirit, Many Callings and Gifts
Date: January 20, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:12
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Report from the Outdoor Preschool Mission Group
Date: January 20, 2013
Speaker(s): Rachel Wilson and Evi Kaiser
Length: 12:59
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Notes: Rachel and Evi are working to develop an Outdoor Preschool at Church of the Covenant. They are introduced by Rev. David Edwards.
I Will Be With You
Date: January 13, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:05
Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7, Luke 3:21-22
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Arise! Shine! Wake Up!
Date: January 6, 2013
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:56
Scripture: Isaiah 58:60-10, 60:1-6
Liturgical Week: Epiphany
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Mary's Song of Faith
Date: December 23, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:38
Scripture: Luke 1: (26 -38) 39 -55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Rejoice Always
Date: December 16, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:16
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Luke 3:10-18
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Notes: This service was held two days after the school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, where 20 children and 6 adults were shot and killed by an assailant with an assault rifle.
Desert Places and Refining Fires
Date: December 9, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:27
Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4, Luke 3:1-6
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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The Haven Mission Group
Date: December 2, 2012
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer, Alan Womack, and Julia Crim
Length: 22:17
Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 127:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
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Where Are We Coming From?
Date: November 25, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:05
Scripture: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14; Psalm 93; Revelation 1:4-8; John 18:33-38
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ
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Commitment to Community Membership
Date: November 18, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards and Jacquie Gibson
Length: 14:54
Scripture: James 1:1-4, Mark 10:52, Philippians 2:3-4, Romans 8:1
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Notes: Rev. David Edwards with introduction, litany, and prayer. At 5:28, Jacquie Gibson speaks about her commitment and thanks to many people and God.
Unless God Builds the House
Date: November 11, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:29
Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2, Mark 12:38-44
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Not Far from the Kingdom
Date: November 4, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14;26
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Psalm 119:1-8, Mark 12:28-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Sermon
Date: October 28, 2012
Speaker(s): Michael Morwood
Length: 24:22
Scripture: Psalm 126, Mark 10:46-52
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Notes: On the previous day, Michael Morwood was the leader of a retreat at the Lodge of the Fisherman. It was called "Spirituality in the Universe as We Know It." Morwood, a former Roman Catholic priest, is the "theologian in residence" at Kirkridge Retreat Center in Bangor, Pennsylvania.
Lord, We Are Able!
Date: October 21, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:19
Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12, Mark 10:35-45
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Names of God
Date: October 14, 2012
Speaker(s): Paul Henderson
Length: 30:05
Scripture: Many - included in sermon
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Receiving the Kingdom of God
Date: October 7, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 12:58
Scripture: Psalm 8, Mark 10:13-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost / Commitment Sunday
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Stewardship Sermon
Date: September 30, 2012
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 21:22
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Wisdom from Above
Date: September 23, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:34
Scripture: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Way of the Cross
Date: September 16, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:17
Scripture: Mark 8:27-36
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Impartiality of Love
Date: September 9, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:45
Scripture: James 2:1-9, 14-17; Mark 7:24-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The End of Religion
Date: September 2, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:17
Scripture: James1:17-27
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Readings from "Cry Pain, Cry Hope"
Date: August 26, 2012
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell and Dolly Cardwell
Length: 27:22
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, John 6:56-69
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: "Cry Pain, Cry Hope" was published in 1987 by Elizabeth O'Connor of the Church of the Saviour in Washington DC.
The Way of Wisdom
Date: August 19, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:58
Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Psalm 111, Ephesians 5:15-20, John 6:35, 52-59
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Find Out for Yourself
Date: August 12, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:28
Scripture: Psalm 34:1-8, Ephesians 4:24-5:2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Doing God's Work
Date: August 5, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. Tony Mecca
Length: 8:38
Scripture: John 6:24-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Rev. Tony and Debbie Mecca, from Memorial United Methodist Church in Avon CT, were at Church of the Covenant along with a work group of parishioners.
Sharing is Miracle
Date: July 29, 2012
Speaker(s): Don Morrison
Length: 30:14
Scripture: 2 Kings 4:42-44, John 6:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Don Morrison is a Community Member.
The Wisdom of Vedanta
Date: July 22, 2012
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 11:46
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8, 16, 18-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: John Caldwell is a Community Member.
Adoptive Love: A Matter of Choice
Date: July 15, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:16
Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-7 (7-14)
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Previous two Sundays not recorded because of a power outage. No power at all on July 1. Held a hymn-singing service at the parsonage on July 8; still no power at the chapel.
Faith and Fear
Date: June 24, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:24
Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3,23-32; Mark 4:35-41
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sunday before memorial service for Beth Mahler
Personal Story and Call for a New Mission Group
Date: June 17, 2012
Speaker(s): Paula Brent
Length: 6:17
Scripture: Mark 4:26-32
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Paula shares her story of wrestling with mental illness, learning to cope, joining our community, and moving on to help others.
Who is My Family?
Date: June 10, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 22:15
Scripture: Mark 3:31-35
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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They'll Know We are Christians By ... ?
Date: June 3, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 19:59
Scripture: John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: First Sunday After Pentecost
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Your Hair is on Fire
Date: May 27, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:34
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Remembering Where We Came From
Date: May 20, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:20
Scripture: John 3:1-10, John 17:6-19
Liturgical Week: Ascension Sunday
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Friends of Jesus
Date: May 13, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:22
Scripture: John 15:9-17
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Abiding in Love, Abiding in God
Date: May 6, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:29
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-9, 16-19, 21; John 15:1-8
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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Notes: Kayla McClurg and Jean Brown were visiting from Church of the Saviour in Washington, D.C.
In Love, God Made Them All
Date: April 22, 2012
Speaker(s): Hope Snell
Length: 23:03
Scripture: Genesis 9:8-13
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Hope Snell was church secretary at this time.
Breathing In, Breathing Out
Date: April 15, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:37
Scripture: Acts 4:32-37, John 20:19-23
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Practicing Resurrection
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 8, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 16:1-8
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
Date: April 1, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 14:36
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Mark 11:11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Unless the Seed Dies
Date: March 25, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:47
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 12:20-26
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Practicing Grace
Date: March 18, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:36
Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2:1-10; John 3:16-21
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Notes: Prior to the sermon, David Edwards sings "An Evening Prayer" (Battersby/Gabrial, 1911) which his father, The Rev. Barnard P. Edwards, often sang at evening services, accompanying himself on the autopharp.
Perfect Foolishness
Date: March 11, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David Cobb
Length: 18:13
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Notes: The Rev. David E. Cobb has received degrees in religion, philosophy, ethics, and ministry from Texas Christian University, The University of Chicago, and Southern Methodist University, and has served churches and ecumenical ministries in Illinois and Texas prior to becoming pastor of First Christian Church in Lynchburg. Happily married for 23 years, he and Katy are proud parents of Dunbar Middle School student Jackson Cobb.
The Journey of Faith: Staying Open, Letting Go
Date: March 4, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:43
Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-17; Mark 8:31-38
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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The Covenant: God's Embrace
Date: February 26, 2012
Speaker(s): Anne Gibbons, Associate Chaplain at Lynchburg College
Length: 19:55
Scripture: Genesis 9:8-15, Mark 1:9-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Notes: Intro is by Dolly Cardwell. Pause at 18:55 is where the congregation discussed for 9 minutes, as directed by Anne Gibbons.
Listening to Jesus
Date: February 19, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 13:34
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-10, Mark 9:2-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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As a Strong Mountain
Date: February 12, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:16
Scripture: Psalm 30
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Jesus Moves On: Faithfulness to Call
Date: February 5, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:15
Scripture: Mark 1:29-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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A Safe, Loving, and Redemptive Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 29, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: various, included in text
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Notes: Service held in Lodge of the Fisherman
Loving Without Possessing
Date: January 22, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:33
Scripture: Psalm 62:5-12, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, Mark 1:4-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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What Are You Looking For?
Date: January 15, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:21
Scripture: John 1:35-51
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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The Blessing of New Beginnings - or, I Want a Do-Over
Date: January 8, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 16:35
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Mark 1:4-11
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Called by a New Name
Date: January 1, 2012
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:56
Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5, Galatians 4:4-7
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Considering Mary
Date: December 18, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:37
Scripture: Matthew 1:26-38
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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A Deeper Joy
Date: December 11, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:33
Scripture: Psalm 126, Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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What Sort of Persons? What Sort of Community?
Date: December 4, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:16
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-9, 2 Peter 3:8-15a
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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God Who Meets Us
Date: November 27, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:14
Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:28-37
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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The End of Religion
Date: November 20, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:43
Scripture: Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24; Matthew 25:31-46
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ
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A Parable of Responsibility and Accountability
Date: November 13, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:17
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30
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On Losing and Gaining
Date: November 6, 2011
Speaker(s): John Caldwell, New Community Member
Length: 13:11
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Giving Attention to Our Own Lives
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 30, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Service held in Lodge of the Fisherman
Crofting
Date: October 23, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. Don Morrison
Length: 18:00
Scripture: Leviticus 25:1-7, Daniel 1:8-15, Psalm 8:6-8
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Notes: Don invites the congregation to join the new Crofters Mission Group.
A Community for and with Children
Date: October 16, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 18:25
Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5, Mark 10:13-16
Liturgical Week: Children's Sabbath Sunday
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On the Value of a Caring Camp, Pat's Journey
Date: October 9, 2011
Speaker(s): Pat Haley
Length: 33:49
Scripture: Readings from Mark, Richard Louv
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Pat Haley is director of Camp Kum-Ba-Yah.
Forgetting the Past, Leaning Toward the Future, Living in the Present - The Journey of Faith
Date: October 2, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:16
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-14
Liturgical Week: Commitment Sunday
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Notes: This is the day on which, annually, Covenant Members and Community Members re-commit for another year.
Sermon
Date: September 25, 2011
Speaker(s): John Caldwell
Length: 14:31
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: John is a Chrysalis Mission Group Member
Selected Readings
Date: September 18, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Joe Nelson, Jr.
Length: 39:55
Scripture: Exodus 1:15-19,22; Exodus 2:1-6; 1 Samuel 1:3-20; Esther 4:14; Matthew 19:13-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Forgiving from the Heart
Date: September 11, 2011
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell
Length: 15:25
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Romans 14:7-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: This is the 4th time Will has been the speaker at worship.
The Importance of Mission Groups
Date: September 4, 2011
Speaker(s): Sandy Fisher
Length: 9:07
Scripture: Selections from Romans 12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sandy, a Covenant Member, is Director of the Chrysalis Interfaith Retreat Center
Walkin' the Road
Date: August 28, 2011
Speaker(s): Bert Fisher
Length: 9:27
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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More About Community
Date: August 21, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:35
Scripture: Romans 12:1-8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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It's About Community
Date: August 14, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:27
Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith and Fear
Date: August 7, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:45
Scripture: Psalm 105:4, Matthew 14:22-33
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Parables of God's Realm
Date: July 24, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:21
Scripture: Psalm 105:3-4; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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What Kind of World IS This?
Date: July 17, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:58
Scripture: Psalm 139, Genesis 28:10-19a, Matthew 13:24-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Parable for the Spiritual Life
Date: July 10, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:37
Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112, Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Giving Thanks for the Life of Margaret Nelson
Date: July 3, 2011
Speaker(s): Dolly Cardwell
Length: 10:55
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Notes: Margaret Nelson, a member of the church since the beginning, died in June 2011. Dolly, her friend of 57 years, offers this remembrance.
Celebration of Commitment to Community Membership
Date: July 3, 2011
Speaker(s): Paula Brent, Rev. David L. Edwards, Hope Snell
Length: 5:08
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Notes: Intro by Rev. David Edwards, including a reading of the community membership commitment. Paula talks about her relationship with Church of the Covenant, followed by a litany led by Hope Snell.
Abraham and Isaac: A Story that Won't Go Away
Date: June 26, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:00
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: "I offer this sermon in grateful memory of my teacher, Dr. George W. Coats (1936-2006), Professor of Hebrew Scripture, Lexington Theological Seminary, who taught me how to listen to the truth of stories."
Different Paths to God
Date: June 19, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. Mike Hickcox
Length: 22:16
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, 4a; Psalm 8, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, Matthew 28:16-20
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Pentecost
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Stephen's Story
Date: June 12, 2011
Speaker(s): Stephen Moncrief
Length: 18:38
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-13, John 20:19-23
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Notes: Moncrief, Community Leader of L'Arche Blue Mountains, is introduced by Paul Henderson
Waiting for the Spirit
Date: June 5, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 22:47
Scripture: Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35; Acts 1:1-14
Liturgical Week: Ascension of Christ
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Taking Refuge
Date: May 22, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 22:47
Scripture: Psalm 35:1-5, 1 Peter 2:2-10, John 14:1-14
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Haven Mission Group
Date: May 15, 2011
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer, Alan Womack, Julia Crim
Length: 22:15
Scripture: Psalm 107
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Emmaus
Date: May 8, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:28
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Resurrection of Hope
Date: April 24, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:36
Scripture: John 20:1-8
Liturgical Week: Easter
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The Mind of Christ
Date: April 17, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:12
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Philippians 2:1-11, Matthew 27:27-54
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Can These Bones Live?
Date: April 10, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:20
Scripture: Psalm 130, Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:1-45
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Ultimate Responsibility: Finding Out for Ourselves
Date: April 3, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:23
Scripture: Psalm 23, Ephesians 5:8-14
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Lent
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The Journey Into Our Own Hearts
Date: March 27, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:51
Scripture: John 4:5-15
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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My Faith Journey
Date: March 20, 2011
Speaker(s): Bev Maslow (introduction by Rev. David L. Edwards)
Length: 13:32
Scripture: John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Notes: Bev is director of the Interfaith Outreach Center
Spiritual Practice and Temptation
Date: March 13, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 17:32
Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Lent and the Inward Journey
Date: March 6, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:15
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration Sunday
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Where I'm Coming From, and Where I'm At
Date: February 27, 2011
Speaker(s): Evelyn Kaiser, introduced by Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 21:49
Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34
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The Way of Faithfulness
Date: February 20, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 12:40
Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18; Psalm 119:33-40; Matthew 5:38-48
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday after Epiphany
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Reconciliation
Date: February 13, 2011
Speaker(s): Kevin Ring
Length: 12:13
Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Kevin Ring is from First Unitarian Church in Lynchburg.
The Light of the World: Who We Really Are
Date: February 6, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 15:49
Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12, Psalm 112, Matthew 5:13-20
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Following the Living Christ
Date: January 23, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 16:46
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:18-23
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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Beyond Failure and Success
Date: January 16, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:18
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: 5 Stars
A Gentle, Committed, and Universal Christian Faith
Date: January 9, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:54
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 10:34-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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The Ongoing Incarnation
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 2, 2011
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Jesus: Pioneer of Our Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 26, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-13, 17-18; Matthew 2:13-23
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Christmas
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Called to Be Saints: Considering Joseph
Date: December 19, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 19:57
Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Patience
Date: December 12, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 20:21
Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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John Withrow Memorial Service, Part 1
Date: December 3, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards and many others
Length: 45:03
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Notes: This is the first in a 2-part recording of the memorial service for John Withrow. The recording includes the full service: all the speakers, all the music and liturgy. Not everyone spoke on-mic. The full service is 90 minutes.
John Withrow Memorial Service, Part 2
Date: December 3, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards and many others
Length: 45:01
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Advent: Time to Wake Up
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 28, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 24:33-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Being Still. Being Thankful.
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 21, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46, Colossians 1:11-20
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ
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God's Future ... Now
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 14, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, Luke 21:5-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living in the Here and Now
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 7, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Psalm 145:2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jeremiah's Letter to the Exiles
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 10, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Reflections on Commitment
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 26, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Investing in Hope & Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 26, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15;1 Timothy 6:6-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Mission Groups: A Way of Responding to a World in Need
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 12, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-26; Luke 15:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jesus' Call to Discipleship
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 5, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 14:25-33
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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More Than Good Manners
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 29, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 14:1, 7-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Community of Wholeness
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 22, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 71:1-6, Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 13:10-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Further Thoughts on Taking Refuge
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 22, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 71:1-6, Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 13:10-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 15, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 12:1-2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jesus' Hot Words
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 15, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 12:49-56
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Change, My Brother!
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 1, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11, Luke 12:13-21
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jesus' Teachings on Prayer
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 25, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 11:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Sitting at Jesus' Feet: The Priority of the Inward Journey
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 18, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Being Neighbor: The Way of Eternal Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 11, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 82, Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Life in Community: Some Teachings from Paul's Letter to the Galatians
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 4, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Taking Refuge: The Sound of Silence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 20, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46,1 Kings 19:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Pleasing God, Not People: Reflections on Psalm 30 and Paul to the Galatians
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 6, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 30, Galatians 1:10-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Psalm 8: Knowing Our Place
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 30, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Peace of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 9, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 14:25-27
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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No Temple in the City
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 9, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Revelation 21:10, 22:1-5
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Called to a Community of Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 2, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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A Community of Christ's Peace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 11, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 20:19-23
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Easter
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A New Heavens, A New Earth, A New Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 4, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 28, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Letting Go and Pressing On
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 21, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-14
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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Growing Our Own
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 14, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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Invitation to Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 7, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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A Spirit of Confidence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 28, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 27; Luke 13:22-24, 31-35
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Jesus' Temptation and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 21, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 4:1-13
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Listening (and Not Listening) to Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 14, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 9:28-43
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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From Despondency to Call
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 7, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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The Way of Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 31, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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One Body, Many Members
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 24, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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A Community of Christ's Peace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 3, 2010
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Christmas
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Room to Grow: The Life of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 27, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, 15-17
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Mary's Song of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 20, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, 39-55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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A Desert Wind Rises
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 6, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 3:1-6
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Waiting and Keeping Awake
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 29, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Chaos and Creation
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 15, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 13:1-8, 32-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Unless God Builds the House
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 8, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2, Mark 12:38-44
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Find Out for Yourself
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 25, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Lord, We Are Able!
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 18, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 10:35-45
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Traveling Light
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 11, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 10:17-31
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Spirit of Our Commitment
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 4, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 8, Mark 10:13-16
Liturgical Week: Recommitment Sunday
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Keeping Our Saltiness, Being at Peace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 27, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 9:38-50
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Welcoming a Child
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 20, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 9:30-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Way of the Cross
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 13, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 8:27-36
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The End of Religion
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 30, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: James 1:17-27
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sermon copy says September, but it was August.
Where Would We Go?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 23, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 6:66-69
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Thankfulness, Faithfulness, and Reverent Awe: Reflections on Psalm 111
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 16, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 111, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Dwelling Place for God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 19, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Choosing to Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 12, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6, 7-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Jesus Was Amazed at Their Unbelief
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 5, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 6:1-6
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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They Gave Themselves First to Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 28, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith and Fear
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 21, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 9:9-20, Mark 4:35-41
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Growth of the Kingdom
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 14, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 4:26-32
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Being Born from Above
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 7, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Your Hair's on Fire
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 31, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 104:24-35, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Day
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Waiting for the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 24, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 1:14-17, 21-26
Liturgical Week: Ascension Sunday
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Friends of Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 17, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 15:9-17, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Easter
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God Is Love - Abiding In Love, Abiding In God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 10, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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Psalm 4: An Evening Prayer
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 26, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 4
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Breathing In, Breathing Out
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 19, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 20:19-29
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Wondering About the Resurrection
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 12, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 16:1-8
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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Palm Sunday Reflections
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 5, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 11:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Notes: 5-Stars
Unless the Seed Dies
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 29, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 12:20-26
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Practicing Grace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 22, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2:1-10
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Notes: Hope's Commitment *****
Creation and the Spiritual Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 15, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 2:13-22, Psalm 19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Reflections on Psalm 19
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 15, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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The Journey of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 8, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-19; Mark 8:31-38
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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Loved, Tested, Sent
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 1, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10, Mark 1:9-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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As a Strong Mountain
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 15, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 30
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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Jesus Moves On
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 8, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 1:29-39
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Living Reverently
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 1, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 111, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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A Listening, Following Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 18, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Repentance and the Holy Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 11, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Psalm 29, Acts 19:1-7, Mark 1:4-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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I Will Be with You
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 10, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7, Luke 3:21-22
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Date? This is a Saturday.
Reflections on Becoming Children of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 4, 2009
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 1:10-14, 16-17
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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The Song of Salvation
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 28, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-62:5, Psalm 148, Luke 2:22-40
Liturgical Week: Christmastide
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Considering Mary
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 21, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 1:26-38
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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A Deeper Joy
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 14, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 126; Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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God Who Meets Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 30, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:28-37
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Notes: Susan Rice Commitment
The Ultimate Measure of Things
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 23, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ
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A Parable of Responsibility and Accountability
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 16, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Bringing Our Own Oil
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 9, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Standing Firm in the Lord
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 12, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Forgetting the Past, Leaning Toward the Future ...
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 5, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Lights Shining in the World
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 28, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Not Judging
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 14, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 14:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Waking Up to Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 7, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Struggling with God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 3, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 17:1-7, 15; Genesis 32:22-31, 33:1-4
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Nearness of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 27, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 8:26-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Yoke of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 6, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Abraham and Isaac: A Challenging Story of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 29, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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An Undivided Heart
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 22, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 86:1-12, 16-17; Matthew 10:28-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith as Journey
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 8, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9; Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Hearing and Doing
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 1, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29; 11:16-19, 25-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Calming and Quieting Our Souls
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 25, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 131, Matthew 6:24-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Community of the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 11, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4-27
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Waiting for the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 4, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35; Acts 1:1-14
Liturgical Week: Ascension of Christ
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The Way, the Truth, the Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 20, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 14:1-7
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Notes: Hope Joins Community Membership
The Community of the Good Shepherd
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 13, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 2, John 10
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Reflections on "the Blood of Christ"
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 6, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21, Luke 24:13-35
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Practicing Resurrection
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 23, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 16, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9a, Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Waiting and Watching: Spiritual Alertness
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 9, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 130, John 11:1-45
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Lent
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Ultimate Responsibility: Finding Out for Ourselves
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 2, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 34, Ephesians 5:8-14
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Lent
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The Journey into Our Own Hearts
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 24, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 5:1-5, John 4:5-15
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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Call and the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 17, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4a, John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Temptation as Distraction
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 10, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Lent: Season for Silence and Contemplation
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 3, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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A Called Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 20, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, John 1:35-42
Liturgical Week: Season after Epiphany
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Notes: Announces Retirement
Our Spiritual Footprints
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 13, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Matthew 3:13-17
Liturgical Week: Baptism of Jesus
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God's Light Dawning
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 6, 2008
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-10; 60:1-6
Liturgical Week: Epiphany
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Called to Be Saints: Considering Joseph
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 23, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Notes: Possible Bad Tape
Patience and Hope
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 16, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10, Luke 13:10-17
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Jesus: Pioneer of Our Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 30, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-13, 17-18; Matthew 2:13-23
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Christmas
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Notes: Incomplete Tape
God's Future... Now
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 18, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Temple of God's Presence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 11, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Haggai 1:15b-2:9
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Vindicating Zacchaeus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 4, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 119:137-144, Luke 19:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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God's Dream for the Earth
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 28, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 65, Joel 2:23-32
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Faith of Children
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 21, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 18:9-17
Liturgical Week: Children’s Sabbath Sunday
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Jeremiah's Letter to the Exiles
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 14, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Rekindling a Living Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 7, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-7, 14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Investing in God's Future
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 30, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15; 1 Timothy 6:6-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Compassion: From Grief to Responsibility
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 23, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1, Luke 16:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Humility and Hospitality
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 2, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 14:1, 7-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Further Thoughts on Taking Refuge
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 26, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 71:1-6, Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 13:10-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Life in Christ, Together
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 24, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23, Romans 12:1-8
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Date? This is a Friday.
Jesus's "Hot" Words
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 19, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 12:49-59
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living by Faith (or, Faith Is a Verb!)
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 12, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16; 12:1-2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Being Neighbor: The Way of Eternal Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 15, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Bearing Each Other's Burdens / Carrying Our Own Load
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 8, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Following Christ: The Way of Non-Attachment
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 1, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 9:49-62
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Sound of Sheer Silence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 24, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46, 1 Kings 19:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Way of Love, the Way of Law
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 17, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 7:36-8:3
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Boasting in Our Sufferings
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 3, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 5:1-5
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living by the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 27, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 104:24-34, 35b; Acts 2:1-13; Romans 8:14-17; John 14:12-14, 25-27
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Sunday
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Jesus Prays for Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 20, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 17:20-26
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday after Easter
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No Temple in the City
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 13, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5; John 14:23-29
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Love Without Distinctions
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 6, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, John 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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The Left Hand of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 29, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 23, Revelation 7:13-17
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Easter
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Notes: No Audio - Sermon not Recorded
Experiencing the Living Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 22, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Easter
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Being Peace, Living Peace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 15, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 20:19-31
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Easter
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Resurrection of Hope
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 8, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 1, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
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Repentance: New Mind, New Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 11, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8, Isaiah 55:1-9, Luke 13:1-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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Jesus's Call and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 4, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 13:22-24, 31-35
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Jesus's Temptation and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 25, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Hebrews 2:15-16
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Listening (and Not Listening) to Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 18, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 9:28-43
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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The Life of Faith: On the Mountain and Down to Earth
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 11, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 1, Luke 6:17-26
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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From Despondency to Call
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 4, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Many Gifts, One Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 14, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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I Will Be With You
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 7, 2007
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7, Luke 3:21-22
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Room to Grow
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 31, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Christmas
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Mary's Faith and Ours: Journey to Jerusalem
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 24, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards & Rev. Kaye Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 1:39-55
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Advent / Christmas Eve
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Repentance, Preparation, and the Spiritual Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 17, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 3:7-18
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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The Loved and Loving Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 10, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Where Are We Coming From?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 26, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 18:33-38
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Unless God Builds the House
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 12, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2, Mark 12:38-44
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Not Far from the Kingdom
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 5, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 12:28-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Not Recorded
Not Far from the Kingdom
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 5, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 12:28-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Lord, We Are Able!
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 22, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 10:35-45
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Traveling Light
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 15, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 10:17-31
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Like a Child: Keeping Our Integrity
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 8, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 26, Job 2:1-10, Hebrews 2:5-12, Mark10:2-16
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Keeping Our Salt
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 1, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 9:38-50
Liturgical Week: Commitment Sunday
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Find Out for Yourself
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 29, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Practicing Silence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 17, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 19, James 3:1-12, Mark 8:27-38
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The End of Religion
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 3, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: James 1: 17-27
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Psalm for the Inward Journey
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 27, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 84
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Taking Refuge in the Community of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 30, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 3:34-35, Colossians 3:12-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Taking Refuge in the Living Word of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 23, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 19, John 1:14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Taking Refuge in God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 16, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46, Matthew 11:25-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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In Weakness, Strength
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 9, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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They Gave Themselves First to Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 2, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Fear and Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 25, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 4:35-41
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Growth of the Kingdom
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 18, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 4:26-32
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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God Loved the World So Much
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 11, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Where Are We Coming From?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 28, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 3:1-10, John 17:6-19
Liturgical Week: Ascension Sunday
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God is Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 14, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Breath of Peace, Breath of Ministry
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 23, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: John 20:19-29
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Do Not Hold on to Me
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 16, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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Palm Sunday: A Blip on the Screen
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 9, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 11:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Unless the Seed Dies
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 2, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 12:20-26
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday in Lent
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Reflections on Psalm 19
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 19, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday in Lent
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Believing the Unbelievable
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 12, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-19; Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:31-38
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday in Lent
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Jesus's Temptation and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 5, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10, Mark 1:9-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Listening to Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 26, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-10, Mark 9:2-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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God's New Thing
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 19, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-35, 2 Corinthians 1:18-22, Mark 2:1-12
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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As a Strong Mountain
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 12, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 30
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
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Call and the Inward Journey
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 5, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 1:29-39
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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Living Reverently
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 29, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 111, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Betty Jo & Curtis - Commitments to Community Membership, Bev memory
Silence and Call
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 22, 2006
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 62:5-12, Mark 1:14-20
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Call to Retreat Center
Responding to Grace
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 25, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Titus 2:11-14
Liturgical Week: Christmas Day
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Rejoice Always
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 11, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Community Membership: Widening the Circle
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 4, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, 2 Peter 3:8-15a
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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Advent: A Time to Wake Up
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 27, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:24-37
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Making the Most of Our Lives
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 13, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Spiritual Life: Bringing Our Own Oil
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 6, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Keeping it Simple
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 30, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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What Belongs to God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 16, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: National Observance of Children’s Sabbaths
Commitment as Steadfast Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 9, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14; Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23; Philippians 4:1-9
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Forgetting the Past, Leaning Toward the Future, Living in the PresentThe Journey of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 2, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 3:4b-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Channels of God's Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 25, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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We Belong to God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 11, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 14:1-12
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Our Only Debt
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 4, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 13:8-10, 11-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Beth's Call
Date: August 21, 2005
Speaker(s): Beth Mahler
Length: 31:48
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Matthew 4:18-22, Ephesians 1:15-22
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Wrestling with God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 31, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 17:1-7, 15; Genesis 32:22-33:4
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Kingdom of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 24, 2005
Speaker(s): Edwards, David L.
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 105:3-4; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: ? David Edwards may not be speaker. (The text is his.)
What Kind of World IS This?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 17, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 139, Genesis 28:10-19a, Matthew 13:24-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Parable for the Spiritual Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 10, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Living by the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 3, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 24:34-67; Romans 7:15-25a; Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Loving the Enemy Within
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 26, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 13, Romans 6:12-23, Matthew 5:44
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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God and Family: Some Surprising Words
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 19, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 21:8:1-15, Matthew 10:34-39
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Journey of Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 5, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, Matthew 9:9-13
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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A Creation Spirituality: Coming Home
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 22, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 8, Genesis 1:1-2:4a
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Your Hair's on Fire
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 15, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 104:24-35, 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13, Acts 2:1-21
Liturgical Week: Pentecost Day
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Poised for the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 8, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35; Acts 1:1-14;
Liturgical Week: Ascension of Christ
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Practicing Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 1, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 17:22-31, John 14:15-24
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Taking Refuge
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 24, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5, 1 Peter 2:2-10, John 14:1-14
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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The Church as Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 17, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, John 10:1-10
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday of Easter
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Practicing Resurrection
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 27, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Listening Servant
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 20, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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The Life of the Spirit and the Power of Resurrection
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 13, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 130, Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:1-45
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Life from the Inside Out
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 27, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 95, Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 5:1-5, John 4:5-26
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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Being Born Again
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 20, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Gen. 12:1-4, John 3:1-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Listening to Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 6, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration of Jesus
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Notes: Tape May Be Blank this side
What God Requires of Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 30, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 15, Micah 6:1-8, Matthew 5:1-12
Liturgical Week: The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Follow the Living Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 23, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:18-23
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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God's Servant: Beyond Failure and Success
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 16, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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A Gentle, Committed, and Universal Christian Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 9, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 10:34-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Repentance and the Holy Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 8, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 29, Acts 19:1-7
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Notes: Date? This is a Saturday.
Arise and Shine
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 2, 2005
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-12
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Christmas
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Patience, with Joy
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 12, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 146, Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Advent
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Peace Begins with Us
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 5, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19; Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 15:1-13
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Advent
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People of the Dawn
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 28, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 24:33-43
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Being Still. Being Thankful.
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 21, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ
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Keeping the Faith
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 14, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 98, Isaiah 65:17-25, Luke 21:5-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Jeff Holdren's Commitment to Covenant Membership
Being a Humble People
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 24, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 65, Joel 2:23-32, Luke 18:9-14
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Children as Spiritual Leaders
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 17, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 119:97-1-4; Jeremiah 31:31-34; 2 Timothy 4:1-5; Luke 19:15-17
Liturgical Week: National Observance of Children’s Sabbath
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A Vision for Our Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 10, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 66:1-12; Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Faith of a Servant Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 3, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 90:2, Timothy 1:1-7, Luke 17:5-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Irvin Stubbs, 50th Anniversary
Investing in Hope and Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 26, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15; 1 Timothy 6:6-19
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Prophetic Life: Compassion
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 19, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 8:18
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God Never Gives Up
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 12, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 14; Jeremiah 4:11-12,22-28; 1 Timothy 1:12-17; Luke 15:1-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Discipleship and Detachment
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 5, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 14:25-33
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Change, My Brother!
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 1, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11, Luke 12:13-21
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Sowing and Reaping
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 4, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10
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The Call to Discipleship
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 27, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 3:17-4:1
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The Righteousness of Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 13, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 5:1-8, 11-12, Luke 7:36-8:3
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Confessions of a People-Pleaser, or Living the Called Life
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 6, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 146, Galatians 1:10-24
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Pentecost
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Community of the Spirit
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 30, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
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Something There is That Doesn't Love a Jail
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 23, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 16:16-34
Liturgical Week: Seventh Sunday of Easter
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The Peace of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 16, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 14:25-27
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday of Easter
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The Commandment of Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 9, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 13:31-35
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday of Easter
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Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 25, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Easter
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Risen Christ / Risen Mind
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 11, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Acts 10:34-43, John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 4, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9a, Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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God's Price-less Love
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 14, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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Imitating Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 7, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 3:17-4:1
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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Jesus' Temptation, and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 29, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 91, Luke 4:1-13
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Lent
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Jesus's Transfiguration, and Ours
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 22, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-21, 3:12-18; Luke 9:28-43
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Who Can We Trust?
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 15, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, Luke 6:17-26
Liturgical Week: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
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The Call of God: Part Two
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 8, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 138, Isaiah 6:1-8
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The Call of God: Part One
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: February 1, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 4:21-30
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Hearing and Doing
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 25, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Psalm 19; Luke 4:14-21
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday after Epiphany
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Awaken to Abundance
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 18, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 36:5-10; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; Psalm 19; Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Luke 4:14-21
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday after Epiphany
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Faith and Fear
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 11, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7
Liturgical Week: First Sunday after Epiphany
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Let the Peace of Christ Rule in Your Hearts
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: January 4, 2004
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Christmas
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Clothing Ourselves in Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 28, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
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Rejoice Always
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 14, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7
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A Desert Wind Arises
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: December 7, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Luke 3:1-6
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Faith and Waiting
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 30, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10; Luke 21:29-36
Liturgical Week: First Sunday of Advent
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Practicing Thanksgiving
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 23, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-14
Liturgical Week: The Reign of Christ / Thanksgiving Sunday
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Chaos and Creation
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 16, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 13:1-8, 32-37
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Co-Creators with God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 9, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith Means Trusting
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 2, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 146
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost / All Saints
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Taste and See
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 26, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Bread We Break
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: October 5, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Keeping Our Salt
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 28, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 9:38-50
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Why Fish Jump
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 14, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 65:1, 9-13; 1 Peter 1:3-9
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: David Upon Joining Covenant Membership
Beyond Partiality
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: September 7, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: James 2:1-10, Matthew 15:21-18
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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True Religion
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 31, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: James 1:17-27
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Imitators of God
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 10, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Food for the Soul
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: August 3, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: John 6:24-35
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Compassion and Rest
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 20, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 6:30-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Notes: Sara Henderson Coming into Covenant Membership
Practicing Silence
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 13, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 131, Psalm 131, Mark 15:1-5
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Perfect Weakness
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: July 6, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Touching Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 29, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 5:25-34
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Faith and Fear
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 22, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Mark 4:35-41
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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Taking Refuge
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 20, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length:
Scripture: Psalm 46, 1 Kings 19:1-15
Liturgical Week: Season after Pentecost
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The Growth of the Kingdom
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 15, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Mark 4:26-32
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Being a Sent Community: Reflections After Three Months
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: June 1, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: John 17:6-19
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Discipline of Stewardship
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 18, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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The Discipline of Community
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: May 11, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7
Liturgical Week: Eastertide
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Do Not Hold on to Me!
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 20, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: John 20:1-18
Liturgical Week: Easter Sunday
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The Mind of Christ
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 13, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Liturgical Week: Palm Sunday
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Dying to Live
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 6, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: John 12:20-26
Liturgical Week: Sixth Sunday in Lent
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Grace First, Then Works
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 30, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10
Liturgical Week: Fourth Sunday in Lent
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God's Foolishness
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 23, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
Liturgical Week: Third Sunday of Lent
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No Handle on the Cross
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 16, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Mark 8:31-38
Liturgical Week: Second Sunday of Lent
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God's New World Order
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 9, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Mark 1:9-15
Liturgical Week: First Sunday in Lent
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Listening to Jesus
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: March 2, 2003
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Mark 9:2-9
Liturgical Week: Transfiguration Sunday
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The Art of Gift Receiving
Date: December 20, 2002
Speaker(s): Judy Bork
Length: 36:18
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Notes: References to what didn't go well at the beginning reference Judy's attempt to play her flute.
A Deeper Thanksgiving
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 24, 2002
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14
Liturgical Week: Christ the King/Thanksgiving Sunday
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Proclamation to Honor Bev Cosby
Date: April 1, 2002
Speaker(s): Margaret Phillips, Preston Bryant, P. G. Cosby, Gordon Cosby
Length: 24:02
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Notes: Coming just weeks after the death of Rev. Bev Cosby, a Virginia state proclamation is read to honor his memory. The introduction is by Margaret Phillips, a lifelong family friend. At 3:25, General Assembly Delegate for Lynchburg, Preston Bryant, introduces and reads the proclamation. There are then brief remarks by Rev. P. G. Cosby. At 9:54, Rev. Gordon Cosby speaks about his brother and his importance to the church and to the City of Lynchburg.
The Journey to Jerusalem
Date: February 24, 2002
Speaker(s): Rev. Gordon Cosby
Length: 38:44
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Gratitude Also for Darkness
Date: November 26, 2000
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 33:07
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Gratitude (Thanksgiving Sunday)
Date: November 19, 2000
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 26:56
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A Deeper Thanksgiving
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: November 19, 2000
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
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Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13
Liturgical Week: Thanksgiving Sunday
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Justice and Mercy: Faithfully Resisting a Dominating System
Date: May 14, 2000
Speaker(s): Rev. Don Morrison
Length: 30:30
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Gleaning for the World, Inc.
Date: May 6, 2000
Speaker(s): Rev. Ron Davidson
Length: 34:57
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Notes: Ron Davidson, the president and co-founder of Gleaning for the World, Inc., talks about the reasons and purposes of his organization. He began the nonprofit two years earlier, in 1998.
On the 45th Anniversary of the Church of the Covenant: What Does it Mean to Follow Jesus?
Date: October 3, 1999
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 29:08
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Notes: The Church of the Covenant was initiated on October 3, 1954, Bev Cosby reflects on the history and mission of the church. He had been in worship the Sunday before this sermon at Riverside Church in New York City, where he had been ordained 45 years before.
Church of the Covenant History / Baptist Conference in Prague
Date: September 26, 1999
Speaker(s): Rev. Dr. Joe Nelson, Jr.
Length: 37:17
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Notes: Joe Nelson references people in the history of the Church of the Covenant, as the next week would be the 45th anniversary. Then he talks about a conference he and his wife, Margaret, attended at the International Baptist Theological Seminary in Prague, Czech Republic.
The Decision to Live Divided No More
Date: September 17, 1999
Speaker(s): Parker Palmer
Length: 38:38
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Notes: Parker Palmer speaks at our sister church, the Church of the Saviour in Washington DC.
Living with the Bible
Date: July 27, 1997
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 41:52
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Notes: 5 Stars
Holocaust at Home
Date: July 20, 1997
Speaker(s): Gloria McClanen & Don McClanen
Length: 31:24
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Notes: Gloria & Don McClanen, members of Church of the Savior, are missionaries who often travel to India, Bosnia, Haiti, and other regions. On their annual visit to Church of the Covenant, Gloria talks about their daughter's addiction, and Don talks about the world's addiction to wealth.
Journey, and Turning to God from a Life of Abuse
Date: July 13, 1997
Speaker(s): Dennis Morrison
Length: 29:09
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Notes: Dennis Morrison shares his story, from a difficult childhood in New York City, to a life of addiction, to finding a sober life through faith, and with support from The Gateway, and from people who care. Morrison and his wife were members ofMadison Heights Christian Church. He was a carpenter, who used his skills to give back to The Gateway.
Love, Forgiving, Freeing, Supporting
Date: June 22, 1997
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 37:51
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Commitment and Discipline
Date: June 15, 1997
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 37:19
Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Hebrews 1:3-?
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The Hour is Coming / Dropping Your Colors
Date: March 2, 1997
Speaker(s): Jim Wallis
Length: 36:03
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Notes: Jim Wallis, co-creator of Sojourners Magazine, speaks at Church of the Savior in Washington DC. There is an introduction to 1:13.
Gratitude for 40 Years of Church of the Covenant
Date: September 25, 1994
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 33:47
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Notes: On the gifts of people, land, and wilderness - and 40 years of Church of the Covenant.
John, the Apostle of Love
Date: March 28, 1993
Speaker(s): Rev. P. G. Cosby
Length: 25:13
Scripture: Readings from 1 John
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The State of the Gateway
Date: March 21, 1993
Speaker(s): Malcolm Douglas
Length: 30:22
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Notes: Relates to the origin and operation of The Gateway in Lynchburg, a residential substance-treatment facility.
Communion, Community, and Ministry
Date: December 31, 1990
Speaker(s): Fr. Henri Nouwen
Length: 42:59
Scripture: Luke 6:12-ff
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Notes: Henri Nouwen, then spiritual director of the L'Arche Community, delivered this sermon at our sister church, The Church of the Saviour, in Washington DC. There is a 1-minute introduction by Rev. Gordon Cosby.
The First Sunday Following the Initiation of the Middle East War by the United States
Date: January 20, 1990
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 31:57
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Notes: Was originallly titled: "On the War - His Experience", but Bev Cosby announced his own sermon title. Note: a radio broadcast came through into the recording, making it somewhat difficult to listen to.
Vince's Stewardship of Money
Date: January 8, 1989
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 25:28
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Becoming an Encourager
Date: August 9, 1987
Speaker(s): Rev. P. G. Cosby
Length: 21:26
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New Land Jobs
Date: July 5, 1987
Speaker(s): Barbara Holdren
Length: 19:35
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Cry Pain, Cry Hope
Date: June 6, 1987
Speaker(s): Elizabeth O'Connor
Length: 36:12
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Notes: Elizabeth O'Connor speaking about, and reading from, her new book - at Church of the Saviour in Washington DC. There is a 2:25 introduction by Alan (no last name available).
Acquiring Church / LCF Properties: Hunches
Date: October 5, 1986
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 31:19
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Reflecting on Thomas the Disciple
Date: June 29, 1986
Speaker(s): Rev. P. G. Cosby, III
Length: 33:12
Scripture: John 14
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Notes: (Date is a good guess as it is on side B of the tape from 6/22/1986.) Lessons to be learned from stories of Thomas, taken from the scriptures, and from "The Gospel of Thomas."
The Formation of the Society of St. Andrew
Date: June 22, 1986
Speaker(s): Rev. Ray Buchanan & Marian Buchanan
Length: 33:56
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Notes: Ray and Marian Buchanan talk about their own history and about the beginnings of the Society of St. Andrew. Buchanan later left SoSA to begin another nonprofit called Stop Hunger Now. It provides emergency food internationally. Marian Buchanan, later Marian Kelly, remained with SoSA and continued to direct the Potato & Produce Project, providing full truckloads of food to food banks and food pantries across the country.
Confession, The Lord's Prayer, and Louisa's Experience of Forgiveness
Date: February 16, 1986
Speaker(s): Louisa Cahan
Length: 19:23
Scripture: Matthew 5:23-14, 6:7-15
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Notes: Top rated! 4 stars out of 4
Becoming a Reconciler: 1. Self, 2. Others, 3. Collective
Date: February 9, 1986
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 29:48
Scripture: Matthew 5, John 17, 2 Corinthians 5, Colossians 15
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Living by Guidance, Creating Space to Receive Guidance
Date: January 12, 1986
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 25:13
Scripture: Matthew 3:13, Philippians 1:27
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Call: Two Dimensions - Corporate and Personal, Myra Flood's Questions
Date: September 22, 1985
Speaker(s): Kevin Campbell
Length: 29:51
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Power: Avoiding its Use With Children
Date: August 4, 1985
Speaker(s): Rev. Kaye Edwards
Length: 19:28
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Christian Responsibility as a Taxpayer
Date: April 14, 1985
Speaker(s): Hal Craddock
Length: 31:32
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Luke 12:32-34
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Notes: On pacifist refusal to pay war taxes.
Interpreting the Nature of the Church of the Covenant, Part 3: Structure
Date: January 20, 1985
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 29:46
Scripture: Luke 10, 1 Corinthians 12
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Notes: Rev. Cosby talks about the church structure that allows inward focus and outward service. Includes membership, mission groups, worship, and other structures of the church.
Interpreting the Nature of the Church of the Covenant, Part 2: Job Description for Mission
Date: January 13, 1985
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 31:24
Scripture: Isaiah 61:1, Ephesians 2:13, Matthew 25
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Interpreting the Nature of the Church of the Covenant, Part 1: Open to All, Biblical Basis, Grace
Date: January 6, 1985
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 32:28
Scripture: Acts 2:37-47, Ephesians 4:1-6, John 12-
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Love is Vicarious Identification
Date: January 22, 1984
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 27:39
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Notes: Top-rated by Will in 1984
Surrender Life to Christ
Date: November 6, 1983
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 27:01
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Jubilee Jobs, Terry's and Beverly's Experiences
Date: August 14, 1983
Speaker(s): Terry Flood and Beverly Grant
Length: 23:08
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Musical Sermon
Date: July 24, 1983
Speaker(s): Rev. David L. Edwards
Length: 28:19
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Notes: Speed is a little fast.
The Obscenity of Hunger, The Potato Project
Date: July 3, 1983
Speaker(s): Rev. Ray Buchanan
Length: 23:38
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Notes: On the Society of St. Andrew and its new project of collecting surplus food and distributing it to the hungry. SoSA had just done its first shipment of potatoes to food pantries and food banks. It now does more than 40 million pounds a year.
Incarnation: The Likeness of Christ
Date: June 26, 1983
Speaker(s): Dr. Henry Mahler
Length: 10:51
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Notes: Beginning of sermon is missing due to cassette tape being twisted at the beginning of the recording.
Society of St. Andrew and Its Ministry Against Hunger
Date: October 25, 1981
Speaker(s): Rev. Ray Buchanan
Length: 32:53
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Notes: On the Society of St. Andrew as an organization of community, responsibility, education, and caring about hunger.
Enjoy Your Money: Heed and Respond to the Claims of the Poor; Jay Cobb
Date: October 18, 1981
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 27:56
Scripture: Deuteronomy 15, 24; Luke 12
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Nuturing One Another
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Date: May 4, 1980
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 4:34
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-?
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Write the Vision
Date: August 19, 1979
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 24:59
Scripture: Habakkuk, Matthew, 1 Corinthians
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Notes: There is a small loss of content at 22:43 where the cassette tape was turned over to continue recording.
Bev's Biography, and Celebration of His Birthday
Date: January 28, 1979
Speaker(s): Beth Mahler
Length: 14:54
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Notes: The service was done by Bob Gage, Kitty Hash, and Beth Mahler. The audio quality makes listening difficult.
Will's Journey
Date: October 22, 1978
Speaker(s): Will Cardwell
Length: 17:35
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Notes: This presentation was recorded earlier by Will to be played to a small group of newcomers to the church. He is not sure whether it was ever actually played back to anyone. Speed is a little off.
Hope in the Struggle of the People
Date: May 1, 1977
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby
Length: 25:18
Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46
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Notes: Quotes from an article by Jürgen Moltmann (born April 1926) - a German Reformed theologian.
A Calm and Quieted Soul, Over-Ambition, Calm
Date: April 24, 1977
Speaker(s): Rev. P. G. Cosby
Length: 20:14
Scripture: Psalm 131
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Life In India, Poverty
Date: January 2, 1977
Speaker(s): Avi Kasote
Length: 11:00
Scripture: Exodus
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Notes: Recorded at Church of The Saviour, Washington, DC. Comments by Bev Cosby following the presentation.
Amazing Grace
Date: December 26, 1976
Speaker(s): Rev. Jan Linn
Length: 20:21
Scripture: Psalm 1:30, 1 Kings 13
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Romans 12 Mission Group
Date: September 26, 1976
Speaker(s): Beth Mahler
Length: 57:37
Scripture: Rom. 12:1-?
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Notes: This is the full worship service with Rev. Bev Cosby leading the liturgy and Beth Mahler preaching.
25th Anniversary of Lynchburg Christian Fellowship
Date: November 10, 1975
Speaker(s): Mary Cosby, Gordon Cosby, Raymond White, Will Cardwell
Length: 46:25
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Notes: Mary Cosby starts, then Gordon Cosby at 24:53, Raymond White at 43:31,and Will Cardwell at 45:08. Program recorded by Will Cardwell.
Alternative to Futility
Date: July 20, 1975
Speaker(s): Nancy Cardwell
Length: 20:03
Scripture: Ecclesiastes
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Notes: Refers to an Alton Trueblood book, "Alternative to Futility"
How Church of the Covenant Affiliated with the UCC
Date: June 10, 1975
Speaker(s): Rev. Bev Cosby and Rev. Dr. Joe Nelson, Jr.
Length: 45:37
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Notes: Bev Cosby tells a group at Church of the Covenant how the church became affiliated with the United Church of Christ - having connected with the Congregational Christian Churches at the opening of the church, October 4, 1954. Starting at 9-1/2 minutes into the tape, Joe Nelson tells about the origins and place of congregationalism in the U.S. There is a brief content break at 42:07 where the original cassette tape was turned over. The recording date is a guess ... likely from 1975 as the tape is in a series from that year.
Establishing the Principles of Inward Journey, Discipline, Accountability
Date: March 1, 1975
Speaker(s): Rev. Jan Linn
Length: 26:55
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Notes: Speaking to a group at Church of the Covenant, Jan Linn talks about developing his principles of faith, which are also core principles of Church of the Covenant. The date is a guess. The recording seems to be from 1975 as this tape is in a set of recordings from that year.
Spiritual Autobiography
Date: July 21, 1974
Speaker(s): Vince Sawyer
Length: 19:43
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On Becoming Covenant Members
No Audio Recording AvailableDate: April 16, 1967
Speaker(s): BeBee and Barbara Holdren
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Scripture: Romans 12
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Notes: BeBee and Barbara Holdren had just become covenant members of Church of the Covenant.