Preacher: Larry Ryan
Scripture: Luke 10: 25-37, Matthew 25: 31-46, and John 13: 34-35 Synopsis: "I have prepared a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation for an adult Bible study at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Newark, DE, as part of my role in the creation care ministry team for the Delaware-Maryland Synod ELCA; the presentation, based on "Blessed Tomorrow," includes a customized slide deck and encourages questions at the end."
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Preacher: Elizabeth Garnsey Date Preached: April 23, 2023 Scripture: Psalm 104, Luke 24:13-35 Synopsis: Earth's suffering due to human impact highlights our neglect, possibly due to a loss of awe; rekindling awe as a spiritual practice can mend our broken connection with God through nature, drawing on the wisdom of both to understand resourcefulness, forgiveness, and healing, ultimately mending the Earth's predicament. Preacher: Enno Limvere Date Preached: April 23, 2023 Scripture: Luke 24:13-35 Synopsis: Similar to the disciples on the road to Emmaus who recognized Jesus through the breaking of bread, we, too, must open our eyes, embrace nature's beauty, and acknowledge our intrinsic link with creation as a way to restore our lost connection with Jesus. Preacher: Curtiss Peterson Date Preached: April 23, 2023 Scripture: Luke 24:13-35 Synopsis: Encountering Jesus through the act of breaking bread fosters connection among individuals, potentially transforming adversaries into allies and neighbors, while emphasizing that communal eating involves not only sharing a meal but also establishing connections with those who produce our food and fostering a relationship with God's creation. Preacher: Janelle Hiroshige
Date Preached: November 20, 2022 Scripture: Luke 23:43 Synopsis: Jesus' assurance of paradise to the crucified man reflects the idea of Jesus immediately creating a garden-like paradise, suggesting the Kingdom of God is about inclusive and healing spaces like parks and gardens, embodying dignity and care rather than dominance. |
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