Speaker: Rev. Joseph Boyd

“Enough is Enough”

This current social era has been marked as a period of mass resistance. There have been coordinated grass roots resistance movements on behalf of women, people of color, our children, our political systems, our environment, our economy. Where is all this resistance leading us…will it ever be enough? Come Sunday, as we inspect the grass … Continue reading “Enough is Enough”

“Resurrection is Scary”

At the end of Mark’s gospel, a couple of Jesus’ disciples see he has risen from the dead. When they spot their dear friend alive again in the flesh, they respond naturally – they’re afraid. They’re in shock. As we seek to resurrect old dreams and possibilities, how will we respond when they actually manifest? … Continue reading “Resurrection is Scary”

Legislating Morality

This Sunday we we will engage the passionate thrust to pass and eventually repeal the 18th Amendment – prohibition of the sale of alcoholic beverages. In a time when we are continuing to question our constitutional amendments, it is important to discern for ourselves the roles and limits of government, the role of church, and … Continue reading Legislating Morality

Save or Savor?

One of the most critical questions for all spiritual seekers is – Are we called to save the world or savor it? This is a poignant question as we survey our current social and environmental crises. It also challenges us to wonder if sweetness can be found even in dire circumstances. Come Sunday, as we … Continue reading Save or Savor?

“A Flood is Coming”

In the story of Noah’s Ark, there is a unique take on perseverance. Noah is alerted a flood is coming, and is asked to build an ark, and fill it with pairs of animals. Then he is asked to live inside a shelter he’s created for an indefinite period of time, leaving behind the world … Continue reading “A Flood is Coming”

“Growing Pains”

Perseverance as a spiritual discipline expects pain and difficulty. Without difficulty, there would be no need to cultivate the ability to literally keep going, keep growing. In a culture that worships immediate gratification and the pursuit of happiness, what role does pain play in our journey? Come Sunday, to engage possibilities for growth.

“The Plan For You”

This MLK weekend, we remember the dream that inspired many Americans toward a greater sense of love and fairness; It felt for many there was a new plan cast for our nation, and that we would see this plan through legally and spiritually. Decades later in the present, we wonder – Is it in the … Continue reading “The Plan For You”

“This is the Day”

My favorite Beatles song is “A Day in the Life.” It’s starts off melodic and poppy and slowly unravels and morphs into a different kind of song. I think our days can be like this – they start out one way and then become something quite different from expectation. What if we lived each day … Continue reading “This is the Day”