This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David's Episcopal Church on Sunday, April 19th, on the Third Sunday in Easter. Rev. Jim Quigley reflects on Luke’s Walk to Emmaus, emphasizing that the Christian story must be known “by heart,” not merely by intellect. He describes Cleopas and his companion walking away in sadness until the risen Christ joins them as an unrecognized stranger who questions them, interprets scripture, and is finally known in hospitality and the breaking of bread—then vanishes. Rev. Quigley connects this fleeting recognition to moments of insight and argues that faith is “recognition” that comes when trust is offered through hospitality, even amid fear. He shares a personal seven-mile walk where he noticed strangers he did not stop to engage, challenging the congregation to see Christ in others.00:00 Love From the Heart00:29 Why This Story Matters02:16 Walking Away to Emmaus03:04 The Stranger Explains04:46 Scripture and the Least06:31 Stay With Us07:18 Recognized in the Breaking07:59 When Insight Vanishes09:10 Recognition Through Hospitality10:15 A Seven Mile Challenge00:16 Closing Blessing
