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This sermon was delivered on August 3, 2014 at Laurelton United Presbyterian Church and Calvary St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church - both in Rochester. The readings for the day were Genesis 32:22-31 and Matthew 14:13-21.

Sermon: It is more than what it is Delivered at First Congregational Church of Oakland, CA on March 23, 2014. Thank you to Pastor Annie Steinberg-Behrman and the wonderful congregation for welcoming Janie Spahr, Jim Rigby, and me. And thank you for the privilege of the pulpit. Absolutely love your congregation and worship! Hope to be with you again soon! Learn more about First Congreational Church of Oakland at www.firstoakland.com

"It is not what it is" - it must be different. We have long been called to make the "difference." This sermon was delivered at Downtown United Presbyterian Church, Rochester, NY on Sunday, July 28, 2013. The mission I serve, That All May Freely Serve (www.tamfs.org), is centered here. Colossians 2:6-19; Luke 11:1-13

A brief commentary about the great shift that many feel is taking place in our lives, faith communities and the broader world. A friend calls this "the great ontological ache of our times." That and more, I think! Blog can be found at www.graciousunion.org And please visit my other sites: www.facebook.com/welcoming www.facebook.com/tamfs

These comments are a little longer than usual. Today was my last Sunday at Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and Neighborhood House as Stated Supply Pastor. My comments used texts from Nehemiah, 1 Corinthians, Luke - and The Man of La Mancha (with a little rap included)! It is hard to leave this wonderful group of faithful friends and travelers. Still, the path is the path - and when it is time, no sense messing with kairos or kronos!

This sermon was delivered at Crossroads Presbyterian Church in Waterford, CT. Presbyterian Promise and That All May Freely Serve cisited the congregation to thank them for their faithful service in justice, love, welcoming and radical hospitality. I was privileged to offer these comments. http://www.tamfs.org http://www.crossroads-presbyterian.org/

Advent and Christmas and Epiphany - Thoughts about going forward in the presence of God as a cosmic truth.

2012.12.02 Belonging to God Changes Everything by Welcome

These thoughts with Luke's gospel in mind. Readings by Elder Annie Rawlings. Thoughts on the whole life of Jesus that help getting through times in our lives. Always, with Newtown families and others who have been felled by violence in mind.

2012.11.18 Wow! I never thought about that! by Welcome

Homily on the Sunday following superstorm Sandy. Please visit www.janhus.org to learn more about Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and Neighborhood House.

We began Sunday, November 4 with this bit of meditation. We were all still reeling in the aftermath of the superstorm called "Sandy." So we began here, to acknowledge that many of us have been directly impacted by the storm, know of others who have, and admit to us all being a bit distracted and preoccupied.

Today's comments center around the extended reading of Mark's Gospel, with attention to Bartimeus and the "sight" he received when Jesus asked him, "What can I do for you?" We also read the final verses of Job and his journey - both centering on discipleship and the question we might ask of ourselves: What would we ask for if Jesus asked us: "What can I do for you?" In our closing blessing, we answered the lingering interrogative with the charge to once you know what you would ask for -- have the faith to ask. It's more than knowing, it's asking, as well. The bulletin and readings can be found here: www.raybagnuolo.net/sermons.htm

2012.10.7 World Communion Sunday - You Are! by Welcome

Homily delivered by Ray Bagnuolo at Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and Neighborhood House. From Tsuanmi to an Apple Store and the argument of the disciples...

Rev. Vendula Kalusova is the Pastor at Husuv Dum Presbyterian Church in the Czech Republic. She preached at Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and Neighborhood House on September 9, 2012. It was such a gift to have Vedula with us on her journey about the States. Please enjoy her sermon.

Sermon Delivered on 9/2/12 at Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and Neighborhood House, NYC Text at www.janhus.org follow link for "Bulletins and Sermons" Are we more interested in "protecting the tradition" than living into the "heart of the tradition." For you to say...

2012.08.26 Are you going to leave me also? by Welcome

2012.08.12 Yes. Every Day by Welcome

Dan Daly at the piano; rehearsal tune for "If this piano could talk" Recorded by Ray Bagnuolo