Conversations with Father Greg

Homily for Sunday, February 9th, 2025 - the 5th Sunday after Epiphany

Have you ever heard the joke that starts off by asking “How many Church folks does it take to change a lightbulb?” 

It’s an old joke that pokes fun at those who are resistant to change.  Come and listen as we think about how our faith encourages us to be adaptive.   (1 Corinthians 15:1-11)

Homily for Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 - the Presentation of Jesus

Come and listen as we consider the Winter Solstice, sunlight, and Jesus going to the temple with his folks.  (Luke 2:22-40) 

Homily for Sunday, January 26th, 2025 - the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany.

This week we take a few minutes to consider how the concept of individual strengths and weaknesses.   How do they benefit us, and those in our communities.(1 Corinthians 12:12-31)

Homily for Sunday, January 19th, 2025 - the 2nd Sunday after Epiphany

How do you feel about gift giving? Have you ever received a gift that you don't know what to do with?  Come and take a listen as we consider the gifts that we have been given.  (1 Corinthians 12:1-11)

Homily for Sunday, January 12th, 2025 - the Feast of the Baptism of Jesus

How do you feel about surprises?   Some people love 'em, some people hate 'em.   Today we take some time to think about being surprised by God.    Come and take a listen.   (Acts 8:14-17)

Homily for Sunday, December 1st, 2024 - the 1st Sunday in Advent

The first Sunday in the Season of Advent marks the beginning of a new liturgical year, in which we watch, wait, and prepare to celebrate the birth of the Christ child.   Please join us we begin this journey together.  (1 Thessalonians 3:9-13)

Homily for Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - the 25th Sunday after Pentecost

What do the sci-fi characters George Taylor, Nova, and the Temple in Jerusalem have to teach us about the Christian faith?    Come and take a listen. (Mark 13:1-8)

Homily for Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - the 24th Sunday after Pentecost

I am not much of a golfer, but I know enough to know that, like many things in life, golf is a game of degrees.   Being off by a couple of degrees can mean the difference of a few inches or several feet (if not yards).   It’s a reminder that sometimes small things can have a big impact.  Come and listen to what Jesus’ had to say about how this concept impacts many aspects of our lives. (Mark 12:38-44)

Homily for Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 - the Feast of All Saints

Today we celebrate the Feast of All Saints Day in which we consider the legacy of faith that we have received from those who have gone before.   (John 11:32-44)

Homily for Sunday, October 27th, 2024 - the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost

Have you ever heard of going nose blind?  It refers to the idea that familiarity can lead to blind spots in life.   Today we chat about learning  see the familiar with fresh eyes.     (Mark 10:46-52)