Sermons by Rev. Anne Schaefer

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Alpha: How Can I Resist Evil? – Upper Room

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As we near the end of our fall Alpha sermon series, we look today at the question, ‘How Can I Resist Evil?’  Rev. Schaefer looked at it from the perspective that when we know the song of our lives, of the church’s life, of the life of Christ, even when we step away from the […]

Alpha: How Can I Resist Evil? – Sanctuary

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As we near the end of our fall Alpha sermon series, we look today at the question, ‘How Can I Resist Evil?’  Rev. Schaefer looked at it from the perspective that when we know the song of our lives, of the church’s life, of the life of Christ, even when we step away from the […]

Alpha: What Does the Holy Spirit Do? – Sanctuary

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On St. Andrew’s Sunday, alongside the traditional bagpipes and tartan hangings, we looked at what the Holy Spirit does.  The Holy Spirit is the manifestation of the Trinity, and as such, it can be seen in action when we look around today.  Rev. Schaefer spent some time sharing how she witnessed the Holy Spirit at work […]

Alpha: What Does the Holy Spirit Do? – Upper Room

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Today, we are following up last week’s ‘Who is the Holy Spirit?’ discussion with looking at what the Holy Spirit does.  The Holy Spirit is the manifestation of the Trinity, and as such, it can be seen in action when we look around today.  Rev. Schaefer spent some time sharing how she witnessed the Holy Spirit […]

Alpha: Who is the Holy Spirit? – Upper Room

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As we near the end of our Alpha sermon series, we turn to the question of ‘Who is the Holy Spirit?’  The Holy Spirit is the very presence of God in this world.  It’s the manifestation of God’s love, and the sign of God’s compassion.  It guides us in how we treat each other.  The […]

Alpha: Who is the Holy Spirit? – Sanctuary

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As we near the end of our Alpha sermon series, we turn to the question of ‘Who is the Holy Spirit?’  The Holy Spirit is the very presence of God in this world.  It’s the manifestation of God’s love, and the sign of God’s compassion.  It guides us in how we treat each other.  The […]

Alpha: Why and How Should I Read the Bible? – Upper Room

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According to theologian N.T. Wright, when asked how one should read the Bible, he replied, “frequently and thoroughly.” What is it about the Bible that makes it so influential?  Paul says that ALL scripture is inspired… breathed… by God.  It is a book of eternal and ancient, yet surprisingly current, faith.  It never claims to […]

Alpha: How Can I Have Faith? – Upper Room

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As we begin our  fourth week of the Alpha sermon series, we are examining the question: ‘How can I have faith?’ Faith is a simple concept, and at the same time, it can be a huge challenge to discuss. But when all is said and done, we realize that, at it’s simplest, faith is a journey.  On this journey, sometimes […]

Alpha: How Can I Have Faith? – Sanctuary

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As we begin our  fourth week of the Alpha sermon series, we are examining the question: ‘How can I have faith?’ Faith is a simple concept, and at the same time, it can be a huge challenge to discuss. But when all is said and done, we realize that, at it’s simplest, faith is a journey.  On this journey, sometimes […]

Alpha: Is There More To Life Than This? — Upper Room

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We are beginning our fall sermon series, based on the Alpha program ongoing through several of our Bible studies through early December.  The first and introductory study looks at the question: Is there more to life than this?  Rev. Schaefer pointed out that many people are looking for more, yet experience a sense of emptiness no matter […]