One of the biggest challenges couples face in their relationship occurs when they have a child. For along with  rejoicing, celebration and excitement (usually) can come …. Tension and struggle are often part of our life. The upside of this is that, at its best, it is because we know something is at stake. The…

There are a few phrases that seem to strike fear into the heart of men. Now it may be because my circle of friends is too small, but most men I know dread it when they hear their wives, partners and/or lovers say … Sermon Aug 8, 2010 (Preached at Oak Bay United Church, Victoria,…

All Gospel is dangerous …  to someone. But texts like this story of Mary and Martha almost require a Hazmat (Hazardous Materials) suit to approach. Radioactive.  Most professional clergy learn early on that a text like this can really burn you. Sermon 7.18.2010 (Preached at Oak Bay United Church, Victoria, BC   July 18, 2010) WAREHOUSE…

What moves this story from a 2 star steamer to a 4 star drama is not simply the sex and scandal but the possibility that the gospel in the story may touch our life and we will never be the same. Sermon 6.13.2010 (based on Luke 7:36-50; 8:1-3) (Preached at Oak Bay United Church –…