“All I Really Want for Christmas: Hope” Isaiah 9: 2, 5-7 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN December 2, 2018 Today is the first Sunday of Advent. Today, also, is the first day of Hanukkah. I think it is significant that this year of all years these two religious observances land on the same day. They both speak of how hope delivers light.…
"That Church"
"That Church"
Sermons by Jill A. Kirchner-Rose
The Politics of Jesus Rev. 19:16; Mt 2: 13-15 November 25, 2018 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN We just returned from the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. The Magic Kingdom is truly a magical place especially when seen through the eyes of a 4 year old experiencing the world of Disney for the very first time – seeing the smile on her…
Remember Who You Are Psalm 78: 12 – 16 Rev. Dr. Jill A. Kirchner-Rose November 4, 2018 On this All Saints Day, I reflect on the musical “The Lion King.” It is my all-time favorite musical. I love the ingenuity of the costumes and the inspiration of the music. But most of all, I am deeply touched by story line. For…
“Gifts of the Spirit” 1 Corinthians 12: 4 – 11 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN October 28, 2018 Imagine searching for just the right gift for someone you love. You comb the malls and the catalogs that arrive in the mail, to no avail. You go online and browse many websites, but nothing seems right. You think about something homemade, and you…
“Do Animals Go to Heaven?” Isaiah 11: 6 -9 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN October 21, 2018 I was 24 years old — a seminary student intern and a youth director at an United Church of Christ in New Haven, Connecticut. One Sunday evening, a 14 year old girl named Sara came to youth group…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: The Feast” Matthew 22: 1 – 10 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN October 7, 2018 It has been a weekend of weddings. On Friday night, I had the honor of officiating at the wedding of member Deb Stanley to her groom Bill Bloom. The wedding took place at Cal…
The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: Grateful Philippians 4: 4 – 8 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN September 30, 2018 I invite you to take out your wallets this morning. Exchange your wallet with the person sitting next to you. The offering plates will be coming around and I would like for you to give…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: Sanctuary” Exodus 25: 8-9 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN September 23, 2018 We are in the middle of a sermon series entitled “The Why’s and Wonders of Worship”, addressing specifically why we do what we do in worship. And this morning, I would like to look at where we…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: Why I Preach” John 14:6 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN September 9, 2018 Today is Fearless Sunday. Fearless Sunday is a new annual tradition being proposed by progressive Christian circles. Since the second Sunday of September generally begins the new church school year, it is a fitting day for…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: The Lord’s Prayer” Matthew 6: 9 – 13 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN September 2, 2018 Our Father who art in heaven. Or Our Mother Yes, Our Father, Our Mother who art in …wait! Did I hear a voice? You did. Oh my… God? You sound surprised. I didn’t…