In this sermon delivered by the Rev. Kristen Hawley at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Washington, DC on Sunday, 10/12, the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost, the biblical story of the healing of the ten lepers is explored. Traditionally, the focus is on the one leper who returned to thank Jesus, highlighting the importance of gratitude. Rev. Kristen delves deeper by examining the personalities and responses of the other nine lepers, illustrating that all were healed regardless of their reactions. The sermon underscores the distinction between being cured and being healed, emphasizing that true healing involves recognizing and giving thanks for our blessings before engaging with the world.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:02 The Story of the 10 Lepers
00:43 Historical and Cultural Context
02:30 The Samaritan’s Gratitude
03:36 A Different Perspective on the Nine Lepers
04:06 Meet the Nine Lepers
10:54 The Deeper Meaning of Healing
14:21 Invitation to Reflect and Give Thanks
