Christmas Eve COLOR: WhiteSCRIPTURE READINGS: Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-20 THEME IDEAS The magic of this night is the magic of promises fulfilled: the… read more

for Dec. 24, 2014 Theme: Star Light, Star Bright - The Light of Hope in the Shining Star Lectionary: Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2: 1-14 (15-20) Advent is a… read more

Christmas Eve 2012 (Year C) COLOR: WhiteSCRIPTURE READINGS: Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-20 THEME IDEAS The message of God’s incarnate love is so… read more

Thursday morning. I told my wife, “I have to get two sermons together today, Sunday’s, and then Christmas Eve.” She said, “Tuesday’s coming!”… read more

Christmas Eve. There's still usable Advent material in my previous blog, "Preaching Advent," but beyond that, here are some key questions and thoughts I’ve assembled… read more

"This is a sign for you," the Lord's angel tells the glory-transfixed shepherds. "You will find a newborn baby wrapped snugly and lying in a manger." The baby is the sign of the… read more