This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David's Episcopal Church on Saturday, January 24th, for the Third Sunday in Epiphany. In this sermon, Rev. Kristen Hawley explores the profound significance of the Epiphany season and the story of the Magi. She reflects on the transformative power of encountering Christ and urges the congregation to embrace epiphanies in their lives. By incorporating the star metaphor and personal anecdotes, Rev. Hawley illustrates how these divine encounters call individuals out of darkness into light. She draws on Barbara Brown Taylor's homily and invites the parishioners to envision the star continuously lodged in their eyes, symbolizing ongoing spiritual transformation and connection with God. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:20 Exploring Liturgical Seasons01:25 The Significance of Epiphany03:44 Celtic Service and Epiphany05:53 Barbara Brown Taylor's Homily09:50 Transformative Encounters with Christ13:22 Personal Epiphany at Harper's Ferry16:05 Concluding Prayer and Reflection
