This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, December 7th, on the Second Sunday in Advent, during the 8:00 am service. In this sermon, Rev. Jim Quigley delves into the unique nature of the Advent season, emphasizing its invitation to wonder and awe. Through reflections and anecdotes, Rev. Quigley encourages the congregation to engage with the world and their faith without preconceived notions, fostering a sense of wonder that can lead to a deeper spiritual connection and understanding. Inspired by Abraham Joshua Heschel’s philosophy of religion, the message underscores the importance of being open to the ineffable and transcendent aspects of faith, urging parishioners to discover what it means that there is a God and what is being asked of them in light of this realization.00:00 Introduction and Purpose of Recording00:16 The Unique Season of Advent02:00 Embracing Wonder and Awe03:52 Philosophy of Religion vs. Doctrinal Beliefs06:44 Encountering the Ineffable09:05 The Role of Wonder in Faith13:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
