Category Archives: Historical Sermons

Sermons by previous rectors

GREEN PASTURES & OTHER TOPICS   The Rev. Brian E. Backstrand   July 13, 2014

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Susan Gillespie

This morning we are going to begin by reading together yet another scripture,  perhaps the most well-known scripture of all:  Psalm 23.  …   In the King James Version that I grew up with (and every generation has its most formative … Continue reading →

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REBECCA AND OTHER WOMEN              The Rev. Brian E. Backstrand           July 6, 2014

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Susan Gillespie

  Last Sunday we encountered the severe and challenging story of the binding of Issac.  Now we come to a detailed story of a search for a bride,  a tale almost placid by comparison, but filled with interesting detail.  This … Continue reading →

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PUTTING FAITH TO WORK

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Susan Gillespie

PUTTING FAITH TO WORK  The Rev. Brian E. Backstrand   June 29, 2014 All of us know places in our lives when we come to a decision point.  Perhaps it is a tragedy,  perhaps it is a time of disappointment … Continue reading →

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GATES, SHEEP AND VOICES

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Susan Gillespie

GATES, SHEEP AND VOICES            The Rev. Brian E. Backstrand             May 11, 2014 Today is the fourth Sunday in the Season of Easter.   It is traditionally known as Good Shepherd Sunday.   Each year on this … Continue reading →

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