“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…
“At the Movies: Won’t You Be My Neighbor” Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN July 15, 2018 Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth.” Why salt? Salt has quite a history. In Rome, years ago, servants were paid with salt, and from the Roman word “salarium” comes our word…
“At the Movies: Wonder Woman” 1 John 4:7 & 1 John 4:18 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN July 1, 2018 A couple of months ago, I met with our Worship Area Leaders, Erin Beardemphl and Cindy Rinne to plan our sermon series “At the Movies.” As we planned for today, I asked, “What movie has…
Scripture: Acts 8: 26-40 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN June 24, 2018 June is Pride Month. Today is designated “Open and Affirming Sunday” in the United Church of Christ. I thought that the movie “Battle of the Sexes” would be most fitting for today. I could personally relate to this movie on every level —…
Scripture: Mark 14: 36 Jill A. Kirchner-Rose, MDIV, DMIN June 17, 2018 Since it is Father’s Day, I would like to share with you one of my most memorable stories about my father. When I was 10 yrs old, my mother one day took a walk in the neighborhood. Usually, she was gone for about…