We are Free to be the Right in a World of Wrongs

Reformation Sunday Text: Romans 3:19-28, John 8:31-36 Pastor Jean M. Hansen      Most of us would be quick to stay that there is a lot wrong in the world – wars in Israel and Ukraine…

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The Power of Rejoicing!

20th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Philippians 4:1-9 Pastor Jean M. Hansen        It has indeed been a challenging week as our TV screens and devices have overflowed with the…

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Giving is Good for Us!

19th Sunday after Pentecost Stewardship Emphasis 2 Text: Matthew 19:16-26 Pastor Jean M. Hansen        Welcome to Sunday #2 of this year’s Stewardship Emphasis! I hope you…

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Let Your Light Shine – Let it Shine!

18th Sunday after Pentecost Stewardship Emphasis – Matthew 5:14-16 Pastor Jean M. Hansen   “Let your light shine – let it shine. Let your light shine – let it shine. Share your talent and your…

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The Challenge of Grace Upon Grace for All

17th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Matthew 20:1-16 Pastor Jean M. Hansen        Another Sunday, another parable. Did you notice its vital words of introduction? “The kingdom…

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An Easy, but Difficult, Truth

16th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Pastor Jean M. Hansen      We who are Christians have being more like Jesus as a goal…although, there are times when we would…

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Sing Out and then Serve!

15th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Pastor Jean M. Hansen        Today is about serving and singing.      It’s the ELCA Day of Service,…

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Glimpsing God’s Eternal Realm … Now

14th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Matthew 16:21-28, Romans 12:9-21 Pastor Jean M. Hansen      It’s good to be back, although, I am thankful for my time at the Chautauqua…

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