This sermon explores the theme of God’s refining fire, drawing from Malachi’s prophetic vision, the steadfast faith of Simeon and Anna, and the incarnational presence of Christ. Like embers that hold both the memory of fire and the potential for rekindling, our faith is shaped through God’s transformative work, burning...
Amidst heightened political tensions and uncertainty, we are challenged to use spiritual muscles that may not be familiar to us. How do we stay grounded together as we strive to bring compassion, peace and mercy as we stretch toward God's vision for our world? The Glimpses of Grace podcast is...
This sermon draws parallels between the meticulous work of a vintner and the transformative grace revealed by Jesus at the wedding in Cana. Through the imagery of vines, soil, and the crafting of fine wine, it invites us to reflect on God’s abundant grace that turns emptiness into fullness and...
When we reflect deeply on Jesus's baptism, we see just how far God is willing to enter into our lives, saturating our lives with the Divine Presence. In this Presence, we see that our entire life is the place of our spiritual transformation and wholeness. If this is the case,...
In a world shaped by fear, power, and insecurity, Herod's fear of a child born king contrasts with the magi's journey of wonder. As they follow a star, the magi reveal the profound truth that God's glory is found in the unexpected and ordinary. This Epiphany, we are invited to...
We know the story of the life of Christ as relayed by Matthew, Mark, and Luke. In the Gospel of John, however, we find a much more poetic and imaginative view of Christ's birth and life, and we're called to see God's presence within the hearts of every living being....
Christmas Season offers us an opportunity to reflect on how the Incarnation transforms every aspect of our lives. What does it mean that the Source of all Life incarnated in the person of Jesus Christ? How do we experience the truth of the Incarnation in every moment of our lives?...
This sermon invites us to reflect on the faith of Mary, whose simple yet profound "yes" to God's invitation reverberates throughout history. Her Magnificat, a song of personal joy and communal salvation, celebrates a God who overturns systems of oppression. In Mary’s story, we are reminded that even the smallest...
Advent challenges us to move beyond complacency and self-interest, and embrace a radical transformation of heart. The prophets Zephaniah and John the Baptist illustrate the call for a deep, authentic faith that manifests in joyful, compassionate living. The Glimpses of Grace podcast is a ministry of Grace Episcopal Church in...
In this episode, we explore the power of voices that resonate beyond the noise of our world. This Advent you’re invited into the wilderness—a quiet, honest place where the song of God’s truth can be heard. Are we willing to carry the song into our crowded lives, inviting others to...