Below the sermon audio is the text for the sermon. I was very encouraged to hear responses that indicated a deeper understanding, reception of the doctrine/the story of the Ascension of Christ. “The man with wounds in heaven” was a metaphor (is that the word?) that seemed to strike deeply in several hearts. Sermon preached… Continue reading
Trinity Church Newport RI CREED What Christians Believe and Why? Based on CREED – Adam Hamilton #3 THE HOLY SPIRIT I believe in the Holy Spirit Re-Cap 1. Three understandings of faith – The faith, I can be trusted/faithful, I have faith (as gift) 2. “I” and “We” believe – both required 3. Our vocation… Continue reading
Sermon text below sermon audio… Trinity Church, Newport RI Sunday May 21st 2017 The Reverend Alan Neale “Pontoons for Jesus” In 2009 an American cartographer, Andy Woodruff, wrote these words: “Apparently in Maine they have a saying, “you can’t get there from here” (spoken in a Maine accent), said when giving directions as an observation… Continue reading
Sometimes I am asked how I prepare for sermons, the answer (especially irritating to those beginning their ordained ministry) is “years and years.” I say this not to irritate or befuddle but because I believe deep in the heart of God there is a divine faculty that is constantly preparing us for great things and… Continue reading
Sunday May 14th, at 9am, “The Apostles’ Creed – #2 Jesus Christ…”. Held at Trinity Church, Newport and led by The Reverend Alan Neale. Notes from Sunday May 7th “The Apostles’ Creed – God the Father Almighty…” CREED What Christians Believe and Why? Based on CREED – Adam Hamilton #1 GOD I believe in God,… Continue reading
Jesus as the ever-present and attentive Shepherd; the Church as the ever-present and attentive Shepherd Community and me/you as “mini-shepherds” to those we meet – all this carries the most precious of gifts. The sermon text is below the sermon audio – they are not quite the same. Sermon preached at Trinity Church, Newport Sunday… Continue reading
““A key to a healthy relationship is being present,” said James Roberts, author of “Too Much of a Good Thing: Are You Addicted to Your Smartphone?” The key, THE KEY, to a healthy and growing relationship is being present, paying attention. This is not easy, we fail but it is crucial – “big league.” And… Continue reading
A great NYT article on “Regrets” – their gift, their problem. How do people live without grace? In all relationships “regrets” enable us to be honest, proactive and move forward… with grace. Regrets! How to Turn Your Wishes Into Reality Instead of Regrets Sketch Guy By CARL RICHARDS MARCH 21, 2017 Last week,… Continue reading
My experience as a parish priest suggests a gradual disengagement from just being “present” where aching and unanswerable suffering occurs. This is both sad and worrisome. A Meditation for Good Friday. Amy Butler April 17, 2014 by Faith and Leadership On the darkest of days, we hold close this miracle of God with us. As… Continue reading
A great article by Anna Goldfarb in NYT. The whole business of two lives (with such different histories and compositions) living together without doing physical harm is a “wondrous mystery.” How the “toothpaste tube is emptied” can become an explosive scenario. What I wish I’d known before moving in together… Anna Goldfarb When my boyfriend,… Continue reading