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The Saint PodcastTales of FaithGreetings, and welcome to ‘the Saint’ a podcast for Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Taylors, SC. I am the Rev. AJ Ochart, pastor at Saint Andrews. Today’s episode is a podcast version of our worship service from August 25th, 2024, the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Rally Day, and an Introduction to the Narrative Lectionary. Some of the elements of the worship service have been edited out for a better listening experience. If you would like to watch the full version of this service, you can do so on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@standr...2024-08-2736 min

The Saint PodcastInstallation ServiceService of Installation for the Rev. AJ OchartPodcast version of the Worship service for August 18, 2024The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost www.standrewspc.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@standrewspc1806* The worship leadership for this service was provided by the Installation Commission of Foothills Presbytery, and the liturgy comes from the Book of Common Worship of the Presbyterian Church (USA), copyright 2018. * The Introit was “They will Know We Are Christians By Our Love” words and music by Peter Scholtes.* The song of Confession is written by our o...2024-08-191h 03

The Saint PodcastThe Good LifeBeatitudes- Part 1Podcast version of the Worship service for June 23, 2024The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost www.standrewspc.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@standrewspc1806* The Introit for this service was “How Happy Are the Saints of God” Words by David Gambrell and music by William Knapp.* For this service, Kellen Jones served as Lay leader* The Call to worship came from the Bible Project’s Translation of the Beatitudes. * The song of Confession is written by our own Kenneth Jones and the Assurance of Pardon...2024-08-0135 min

The Pesky Report (Red Sox Podcast)🎙Episode 339: WooSox Open + Greenville and Salem PreviewsThe MiLB Talk Crew of Derrik, Hunter & Jake are joined this week by the one and only Tim to go over the season opening games for the WooSox, preview the Greenville and Salem seasons, and pick system breakout players. Hunter got to see the first WooSox games of the year in person and gave his report on guys like Brian Van Belle, Grant Gambrell, David Hamilton, Chase Meidroth and Luis Guerrero among others. Is Justin Hagenman being groomed for a long man role? Then the guys talk about the Greenville Drive roster and how stacked their rotation could be...2024-04-021h 51

Seattle Mennonite Church SermonsThe Political Power of PalmsJesus’ entry into Jerusalem is a deliberate act of political confrontation with the Roman Empire’s powers-that-be. After casing the mostly deserted late evening Temple, he makes plans to return the next day to make a royal mess of things; to disrupt business as usual. The Way Jesus walks, the Way that Jesus calls us to walk (together!), is a Way lined with palms that leads to confrontation with Empire.Sermon begins at minute marker 5:03Mark 11.1-19ResourcesBibleWorm podcast: Episode 531 – The Triumphal Entry, Amy Robert...2024-03-0324 min

A Year with Matthew 25Becoming a Matthew 25 Church: Matthew 25:31-46Revised Common Lectionary, Reign of Christ, Year A. This vision focuses on service. In your congregation, how might you love and serve Christ as you love and serve your neighbors in need — living into the Matthew 25 vision of eradicating systemic poverty, dismantling structural racism, and building congregational vitality? Reader: Becky Purcell. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-11-1908 min

A Year with Matthew 25Becoming a Matthew 25 Church: Matthew 25:14-30Revised Common Lectionary, Proper 28, Year A. This parable focuses on treasure. In your congregation, how can you be good stewards of the gifts of God as you await Christ’s return— sharing in the Matthew 25 vision of eradicating systemic poverty, dismantling structural racism, and building congregational vitality? Reader: Derek Wadlington. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-11-1308 min

A Year with Matthew 25Becoming a Matthew 25 Church: Matthew 25:1-13Proper 27, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. This parable focuses on time. In your congregation, how will you use the resource of time as you watch for the coming of God’s realm — advancing the Matthew 25 vision of eradicating systemic poverty, dismantling structural racism, and building congregational vitality? Reader: Kelly Abraham. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-11-0507 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 5:1-12 and Matthew 23:1-12Proper 26, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] In the realm of God, the humble are exalted. The “five books” of Matthew’s Gospel begin (Matthew 5:1–12) and end (Matthew 25:31–46) with an emphasis on humble service in Jesus’ name. Why is this kind of leadership so important for building congregational vitality? Readers: Derek Wadlington and Kim Wadlington. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-10-2908 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 22:34-46Proper 25, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] In the realm of God, we live by love. Jesus teaches that all of Scripture can be summarized in two commandments: loving God (Deuteronomy 6:5) and loving neighbors (Leviticus 19:18). How does this “rule of love” support and stand behind the work of dismantling racism? Reader: Andy James. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-10-2307 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 22:15-22Proper 24, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] In the realm of God, we honor God’s image. The coin used to pay the tax was marked with the likeness of the emperor; each human being is made in the image of God. Jesus’ words in this parable present us with a critical decision: What or whom do we value most? Reader: Phillip Morgan. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-10-1506 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 22:1-14Proper 23, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] In the realm of God, a table is set. Many are called to the “marriage supper of the Lamb” (see Revelation 19:9). God’s gracious invitation upsets our expectations, overturning the tables of power and privilege and disrupting the systems that perpetuate poverty. Reader: Barry Ensign-George. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-10-0907 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 21:33-46Proper 22, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] In the realm of God, the crucified one is the cornerstone. Structural racism is built on hatred and fear. But the beloved community is built on God’s beloved Son—the very one who was betrayed, denied, rejected, despised, and put to death on a cross. Reader: Nikki Collins. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-10-0207 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 21:23-32Proper 21, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] In the realm of God, Jesus is Lord. Jesus asks us only “one question” (Matthew 21:24): Will you follow me? We respond by doing God’s will. A vital congregation must answer to Jesus’ authority and seek to follow him faithfully, trusting in his transforming power. Reader: Becky Purcell. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-09-2407 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 20:1-16Proper 20, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] In the realm of God, the last will be first. God’s grace is extended to all. This is the scandal of the gospel—that by the grace of God, we don’t just get what we deserve. How might this view of God’s grace influence our work to eradicate systemic poverty? Reader: Lisa Schrott. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-09-1708 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 18:21-35Proper 19, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] In the realm of God, debts are forgiven. In this parable, Jesus uses astronomical numbers—seventy-seven, ten thousand—to underscore the imperative of forgiving others as God forgives us. Why is forgiveness so important for building congregational vitality? Reader: Martha Moore-Keish. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-09-1008 min

A Year with Matthew 25Glimpses of God's Realm: Matthew 18:15-20Proper 18, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] In the realm of God, all will be reconciled. The work of dismantling structural racism begins with confessing sin, lamenting evil, and seeking justice; only then can right relationships be restored. This will require the participation of the whole people of God. Reader: Vilmarie Cintrón-Olivieri. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Abide with Me” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-09-0408 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 16:21-28Proper 17, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] Jesus again presents the paradox of “God’s economy." Those who seek to save their own lives will lose them. Those who want to acquire the world will lose what truly matters. How does this challenge conventional wisdom about wealth and poverty? Reader: Carlton David Johnson. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-08-2808 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 16:13–20Proper 16, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] Jesus gives Simon a new name and identity: Peter, the rock on whom the church is built. Similarly, the challenge of building congregational vitality depends on our confession of who Jesus is. What difference does it make that Jesus is the Messiah, Son of God? Reader: Rachel Sutphin. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-08-2007 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28Proper 15, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] A courageous and persistent Canaanite woman speaks out with great faith to challenge the ethnic divisions and purity restrictions of Jesus’ time. Where do we find similar situations in our society? How does our faith call us to confront these problems? Reader: Barry Ensign-George. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-08-1307 min

Porch TalkBud GambrellBud Gambrell is a photographer and author from Huntsville, AL. Dragonfly Imagery is Bud's photography company, he is known for capturing bands and singer/songwriters in the Huntsville area. Bud's latest work is his book, Sidetracks Music Hall. The book is the story of the iconic music venue in Huntsville, that is no longer in existence.Music: David Newbould - Diamonds in the DarkSubscribe, rate, and review the show!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/porch-talk/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://re...2023-08-0858 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33Proper 14, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] In Christian imagination, the symbol of a boat has been an important metaphor for the church. How is your congregation like a boat? What storms have you weathered? What tempests are you experiencing now? How is Jesus challenging you to step out in faith? Reader: Linda Lovins. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-08-0607 min

The Pesky Report (Red Sox Podcast)🎙Episode 285: Minors Talk deadline reactionsIn this Minors Talk episode of the Pesky Report, Derrik, Hunter & Jake record in the immediate aftermath of the MLB trade deadline and talk about the three deals the Red Sox made since last episode. They discuss the pitching prospects who left the organization—Bradley Blalock and Marques Johnson—plus talked about Luis Urias and the new WooSox pitchers who came in. They also talked about Jhostynxon Garcia’s huge week in Salem, Grant Gambrell’s huge week in Portland, David Hamilton, Alex Hoppe, Ceddanne Rafaela, Noah Dean, Dalton Rogers, Dinelson Lamet, Jedixson Paez and more. Plus there is more dis...2023-08-021h 37

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 14:13-21Proper 13, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] In “God’s economy,” abundance comes from sharing. The story of Jesus feeding the multitude is a perfect illustration. How might this insight inform our ministry with people who are poor? How might it challenge our anxieties and encourage our generosity? Reader: Carlton David Johnson. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-07-3007 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52Proper 12, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] Small moments and subtle actions sometimes make a big difference in the struggle to challenge structural racism and white supremacy. Can you think of people who have been a mustard seed, a measure of leaven, a hidden treasure, or a pearl of great price? Reader: Kim Long. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-07-2308 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43Proper 11, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] This parable may be applied to the hidden dimensions of racism—secret prejudice, implicit bias, and unconscious patterns of privilege. One challenge of dismantling structural racism is learning to recognize these “weeds,” yet continuing to love and serve all. Reader: Derek Wadlington. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-07-1608 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23Proper 10, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] The parable of the sower and the seeds illustrates God’s extravagant generosity, scattering out grace and truth in abundance. But this parable also challenges us to be good soil, so that God’s will for the world—and care for the poor—may flourish among us. Reader: Kim Wadlington. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-07-0908 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Challenge of the Gospel: Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30Proper 9, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] Jesus’ call to discipleship involves constancy and change. In the changing contexts of each generation, vital congregations are challenged to discern how best to respond to Christ’s call. Yet Christ’s faithfulness is constant: inviting us to come, learn, serve, and rest. Reader: Derek Wadlington. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: “Were You There” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-07-0207 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Great Commission: Matthew 10:40-42Proper 8, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] Real welcome involves real work. Authentic and effective evangelism requires something deeper and more difficult than accepting those who happen to enter our doors. It means going out to the margins and recognizing Christ in the faces of our neighbors. Reader: Karl Heimbuck. Musicians: Chi Yi Chen Wolbrink, Tony Lu, Katie Wesley, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Take Me to the Water” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-06-2507 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Great Commission: Matthew 10:24-39Proper 7, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] The struggle against racism is fraught with danger. History tells us of prophets and martyrs who accepted this cost of discipleship and took up their cross to follow Christ. For people of privilege, this may mean disrupting family systems and building new communities. Reader: Kelly Abraham. Musicians: Chi Yi Chen Wolbrink, Tony Lu, Katie Wesley, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Take Me to the Water” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-06-1908 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Great Commission: Matthew 9:35-10:8Proper 6, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] The fundamental problem of poverty is not one of scarcity, but of the willingness to share God’s gifts. Moved with compassion for people in need, Jesus sends the apostles out to share in God’s mission. He emphasizes abundance: “the harvest is plentiful.” Reader: Vilmarie Cintrón-Olivieri. Musicians: Chi Yi Chen Wolbrink, Tony Lu, Katie Wesley, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Take Me to the Water” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-06-1210 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Great Commission: Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26Proper 5, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. The reading for today begins with Jesus’ call to Matthew, a tax collector, and then concludes with demonstrations of Jesus’ healing, life-giving power. How does the call to discipleship surprise our expectations and lead us into scandalous company? How does it bring new life and healing to the world? Reader: Linda Lovins. Musicians: Chi Yi Chen Wolbrink, Tony Lu, Katie Wesley, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Take Me to the Water” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-06-0308 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Great Commission: Matthew 28:16-20Trinity Sunday, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. How can the church’s mission of baptism and teaching help to make disciples who will address poverty, racism, and congregational vitality? What does the doctrine of the Trinity have to do with these priorities for the PC(USA)? Where must we “go” to do this work? Reader: Carlton Johnson. Musicians: Chi Yi Chen Wolbrink, Tony Lu, Katie Wesley, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “Take Me to the Water” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-05-2807 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 12:22-27 and John 20:19-23Day of Pentecost, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. Got Spirit? In the church’s witness and work toward eradicating systemic poverty, dismantling structural racism, and building congregational vitality, we utterly depend on the work of the Holy Spirit. But here is the good news of the gospel: It is the Spirit who “has” us. Readers: Derek Wadlington and Rachel Sutphin. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: “The Day of Resurrection” and “Jesus, Be with Us.”pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-05-2008 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 22:23-33 and John 17:1-11Seventh Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] Where do we see love in action? (Part Two.) John 17 describes how Jesus has given the mission of God’s reconciling love to the church. Matthew 22 indicates that, “in the resurrection,” former relationships will be transformed by the power of the living God. Readers: Lisa Schrott and Becky Purcell. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-05-1408 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 24:1-35 and Luke 24:44-53Ascension of the Lord, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. Where is Jesus now? The story of Christ’s ascension is sometimes misunderstood as his absence; the point is that Christ is sovereign, interceding for us. Especially in Easter, we celebrate the power and presence of the risen Christ with the church at work in the world. Readers: Barry Ensign-George and Sarah Walker Cleaveland. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-05-1211 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 21:12-22 and John 14:15-21Sixth Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] Where do we see love in action? (Part One.) John 14 underscores Jesus’ new commandment to love one another in the name and image of the triune God. Matthew 21 demonstrates that love in action means rooting out corruption and bearing good fruit. Readers: Kim Wadlington and Derek Wadlington. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-05-0808 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 12:1-21 and John 14:1-14Fifth Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] What does abundant life look like? (Part Two.) John 14 promises that there are many dwelling places in the house of God, where Jesus makes room. Matthew 12 shows how Jesus came to provide for human flourishing — feeding, healing, and serving others. Readers: Derek Wadlington and Martha Moore-Keish. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-04-3010 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: John 10:1-10 and Matthew 18:1-14Fourth Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] What does abundant life look like? (Part One.) John 10 says that it means trusting the shepherd’s voice, rather than thieves and bandits who kill and destroy. Matthew 18 connects heavenly life with welcoming all, eliminating stumbling blocks, and seeking out the lost. Readers: Karl Heimbuck and Kimberly Long. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-04-2309 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 16:1-12 and Luke 24:13-35Third Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] What are the marks of a vital congregation? (Part Two.) Luke 24 teaches us that vitality involves recognizing the presence and action of Christ among strangers. Matthew 16 invites us to consider the “sign of Jonah” — a call to repentance, death, and resurrection. Readers: Jane Rose and Tom Trinidad. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-04-1610 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 15:29-39 and John 20:19-31Second Sunday of Easter, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] What are the marks of a vital congregation? (Part One.) John 20 reveals that vitality involves the work of the Holy Spirit, forgiveness and trust in Christ. Matthew 15 suggests that vitality means a ministry of healing and sharing God’s abundant grace. Readers: David Gambrell and Emily Krause Corzine. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-04-1009 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Live: Matthew 28:1-10Resurrection of the Lord, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. What does it mean to believe in resurrection? For Christians, this is our joyful affirmation that Jesus is risen from the dead. But it is also our call to a new way of life, a new orientation for the people of God. We believe that God is still working to bring new life to the world. Reader: Byron Wade. Musicians: Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, and Phillip Morgan. Music: "The Day of Resurrection" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-04-0207 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 27:11-54Palm/Passion Sunday, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. On Palm/Passion Sunday the Scriptures speak for themselves. The irony of the Lenten season culminates in Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The call to die leads to Gethsemane and Golgotha. Reader: David Gambrell. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-03-2511 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 26:1-13 and John 11:1-45Fifth Sunday in Lent, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. The anointing at Bethany (Matthew 26) and the raising of Lazarus (John 11) strongly foreshadow the great mystery of faith we are preparing to commemorate at Holy Week. How does the church’s work around poverty, racism, and congregational vitality lead us to Christ’s cross? Readers: Andy James and Emily Krause Corzine. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-03-1913 min

EXCEL IN THE SPIRIT with Pastor Faith“Cast All Your Cares on Jesus!”There may be many things that have spun out of control in your life, but God is able to rectify the wrong! Gather hope and learn through this riveting story of a grieving mother, Rizpah. Through both the lives of King David and Rizpah in 2nd Samuel 21, we see that God hears our cry when we pour out our hearts to him! “Cast All Your Cares on Jesus!” Subscribe and Share with a friend!2023-03-1411 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 20:17-34 and John 9:1-41Fourth Sunday in Lent, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [vitality] Who can really claim to see what God is doing? In each of these Gospel stories, those who are dismissed as blind seem to have more insight. What assumptions do we make about people outside the church? How have we failed to see what God is doing with them? Readers: Lisa Schrott and Martha Moore-Keish. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-03-1215 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 19:16-30 and John 4:5-42Third Sunday in Lent, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [poverty] Ironically, the rich young ruler asks Jesus, “What do still I lack?” (Matthew 19:20). The problem, of course, is that he has too much. In the realm of God, the first will be last and the last will be first. We must learn to depend on the overflowing grace of God (cf. John 4:14). Readers: Linda Lovins and Marcella Glass. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-03-0513 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 12:38-50 and John 3:1-17Second Sunday in Lent, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. [racism] Jesus challenges us to rethink our ideas about birthright and family allegiances. Whether in his conversation with Nicodemus (John 3) or the crowds (Matthew 12), Jesus describes new relationships in God. What does this suggest about dismantling structural racism? Readers: Tom Trinidad and Becky Purcell. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-02-2611 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21Ash Wednesday, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. Where is your heart? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns us: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matt. 6:21). Lent is an invitation to examine our own hearts and return to the heart of our faith — dying to sin and evil and rising to life in Christ. Reader: Nikki Collins. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-02-1908 min

A Year with Matthew 25Called to Die: Matthew 4:1-11First Sunday in Lent, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. Jesus faces three tests in the wilderness. In this year with Matthew 25, we might ask: How are we tempted to deny God’s providence (systemic poverty), to rely on power and privilege (structural racism), or to worship things other than God (congregational vitality)? Reader: Rachel Sutphin. Musicians: David Gambrell and Phillip Morgan. Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-02-1907 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 17:1-9Transfiguration of the Lord, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. How can we see God’s glory? The disciples glimpsed it in the face of Jesus Christ on the mountain of transfiguration. The early church leader Irenaeus said we can see it in “a human being fully alive.” To live into our calling as Jesus’ disciples is to shine with God’s glory. Reader: Gina Yeager-Buckley. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-02-1306 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 5:21-37Sixth Sunday after Epiphany, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. What is the purpose of God’s law? The law can be a mirror: revealing our sin in contrast to God’s holiness. The law can be a fence: restraining us from evil and keeping order in society. For Christian disciples, the law is also a sign: guiding us in a life of faithfulness. Reader: Kelly Abraham. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-02-0508 min

Movers, Shakers & RainmakersEpisode 35: Brian Potts, Environment & Energy Partner, Perkins CoieBig law partner? Check. Entrepreneur? Check. Inventor? Check. Mentor? Check. This week, on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, our hosts are joined by a true mover and shaker, Perkins Coie Environment & Energy partner Brian Potts. Brian is not your typical Biglaw partner and in this episode, he discusses how rejections from every Am Law 200 firm ultimately lead to him launching The Legal Mentor Network, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting law students and recently barred attorneys with legal mentors. Join us as Brian chronicles his legal career from a small-town law school to partnership at Perkins Coie, and the many ventures along the w...2023-02-0239 min

Gambrell Street Baptist Church19 The Forever Throne - Scarlet ThreadMark shows us the great promise God gave David. He will bring the one who will have the forever throne.2023-01-2930 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 5:13-20Fifth Sunday after Epiphany, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. How do you recognize a disciple? Jesus says we are called to be like salt, seasoning the world with goodness, and like light, shining for all to see. This is how we fulfill the law and follow God’s way. This is how others can “taste and see that the Lord is good” (Ps. 34:8). Reader: Tony Oltmann. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-01-2906 min

Gambrell Street Baptist Church18 Never Taunt the Living God - 1 Samuel 17 - The Scarlet ThreadElias walks us through the story of David and Goliath and shows us the powerful God of Yahweh. In such a famous story we hope this sermon shows you how we should be like David and ultimately how this points to Jesus.2023-01-2243 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 5:1-12Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, Revised Common Lectionary, Year A. What does it mean to be blessed? The Beatitudes suggest that, like Abraham and Sarah (Gen. 12:1–3), we are blessed in order to be a blessing to others. This is a fitting vocation for Christian disciples — baptized into the life of Jesus, in whom God is “well pleased.” Reader: Vilmarie Cintrón-Olivieri. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-01-2208 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 4:12-23Third Sunday after Epiphany, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. How do you fish for people? Sometimes discipleship is like “casting a net into the sea” (Matt. 4:18) — reaching out in new forms of ministry. At other times it may mean “mending our nets” (Matt. 4:21) — tending to the relationships and communities that sustain our service. Reader: Carlton David Johnson. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-01-1507 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: John 1:29-42 and Matthew 14:1-12Second Sunday after Epiphany, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. What is the cost of discipleship? John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ coming; he was later beheaded for challenging Herod (Matthew 14). Andrew and Simon (Peter) were the first disciples called by Jesus (John 1); according to early church tradition, they were both crucified. Readers: So Jung Kim and Barry Ensign-George. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-01-0809 min

A Year with Matthew 25Discipleship: Matthew 3:13-17Baptism of the Lord, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. Where does discipleship begin? In each of the Gospels, Jesus’ ministry begins at his baptism, where he is claimed as God’s beloved child and anointed with the gifts of the Spirit. The same is true for us. Baptism is the beginning of a lifelong journey of discipleship in Jesus’ name. Reader: Sally Ann McKinsey. Musicians: Meg Flannagan and Phillip Morgan. Music: "Jesus Calls Us" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2023-01-0106 min

A Year with Matthew 25God with Us: Matthew 2:13-23First Sunday of Christmas, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. Matthew's Gospel is distinctive in its treatment of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus as political refugees, situating their story in the context of an act of genocide. This is in stark contrast to the message of Epiphany (Matthew 2:1-12): that Jesus is good news for the people of all nations. Reader: Maxwell Gambrell. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: "Go, Tell It on the Mountain" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-12-2507 min

Along the Road: A Podcast for PC(USA) LeadersSpecial Christmas Bonus Episode! "Let's Sing""Parranda!", is the word that Puerto Ricans surprise their friends after hours singing Christmas songs outside of their home. We surprise you with gifts of caroling and Christmas joy. Please enjoy these 5 amazing interpretations from people around our denomination:Joy to the World, sang and played by Rev. David Gambrell.Una Estrella, original song by Rev. Jorge Zijlstra and by Eliud Serrano.O Come O' ye faithful, sang and played by Rev. David Gambrell.찬미의 캐롤 (A Tribute of Carols), sang by Bethel Korean Presbyterian Church Choir, directed by Dr. Min Jin. Youtube: @DrcholmingoAlegria, Alegria Villancico Español, a Classic Spanish Carol sang and ar...2022-12-2218 min

A Year with Matthew 25God With Us: Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 2:1-20Nativity of the Lord, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. Matthew’s Gospel begins with Jesus’ family tree, the account of 42 generations from Abraham to David to Babylon to the Messiah. The God of our ancestors — indeed, of all history — has come to dwell with us. This is truly “good news of great joy for all” (Luke 2:10). Readers: David Gambrell and Edwin González-Castillo. Musician: Phillip Morgan. Music: "Go, Tell It on the Mountain" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-12-1711 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Realm of God: Matthew 1:18-25Fourth Sunday of Advent, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. Jesus is “Emmanuel,” God with us. What difference does Jesus make in building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty? By responding to these concerns, how might the church proclaim to the world that God is with us in Jesus? Reader: Shanea D. Leonard. Musicians: Gordon Thomas and Phillip Morgan. Music: "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-12-1106 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Realm of God: Matthew 11:2-11Third Sunday of Advent, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. Has the time finally come? Jesus describes signs that the kingdom of God has indeed come near: healing, new life, and good news for the poor. Have you seen signs of God’s realm with respect to racism, vitality, and poverty? Are we ready? What are we waiting for? Reader: Mienda Uriarte. Musicians: Gordon Thomas and Phillip Morgan. Music: "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-12-0407 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Realm of God: Matthew 3:1-12Second Sunday of Advent, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. It is our turn to turn. John calls us to repent (turn around) and prepare the way of the Lord. In what ways do we need to repent in relation to poverty, racism, and vitality? How might we prepare the way for the coming of God’s new realm of justice, peace, and righteousness? Reader: Ray Jones. Musicians: Gordon Thomas and Phillip Morgan. Music: "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and "Jesus, Be with Us."pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-11-2607 min

A Year with Matthew 25The Realm of God: Matthew 24:36-44First Sunday of Advent, Revised Common Lectionary Year A. There is good news and bad news. The bad news: Christ is coming at an unexpected time to judge the world. How will Christ judge us when it comes to poverty, vitality, and racism? The good news: Christ the judge is also Christ our Savior. How are we longing for salvation? Reader: Kim Long. Musicians: Gordon Thomas and Phillip Morgan. Music: "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and "Jesus, Be with Us." pcusa.org/matthew25, tinyurl.com/ywm2223 2022-11-1206 min

Pillar & GroundHow Should I Read & Apply Biblical Narratives?Host Brian Salter, lead pastor at LMPC, is joined by Christy Gambrell to address the question: "How do we read and apply biblical narratives?" Christy holds an MA in exegetical theology and an MA in counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary.She and her husband are members of LMPC, having returned after some years away. Christy was also formerly a member of the youth group at LMPC and served as a youth intern at LMPC when she was a student at Covenant College. "How Should We Apply Biblical Narratives?" by Christy Gambrell, article for The Gospel C...2022-10-0330 min