“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…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: The Power of Prayer” Job 30:20 and 1 John 4: 7-8 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN August 26, 2018 It does not have the prominence in the worship service as the sermon nor does it have the popularity in the service as the music. But I would argue that…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: We Interrupt This Service…” Matthew 18:20 and John 1:14 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN August 12, 2018 As many of you know, I grew up in this church. I loved being a part of this congregation. I, especially, loved worship services. No, I didn’t always understand the sermon or…
“The Why’s and Wonders of Worship: Inspired Word of God?” 2 Timothy 3:16 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN August 5, 2018 “A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man. She must be silent. For Adam was formed first, then…
“The Gospel According to The Color Purple” Luke 8: 40-48 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN July 29, 2018 Today we conclude our sermon series entitled, “At the Movies.” Movie theaters are the modern cathedrals. When movies are authentic, creative, and created from the deep wellspring of humanity, movies enable us to engage the Divine in…
“At The Redlands Bowl: Beauty and the Beast” Mark 5: 1 -20 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN July 22, 2018 How many of you take advantage of the inspiring musical programs at the Redlands Bowl? Our Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest continuous music festival in the United States…