by Steve Hedrick | Jan 9, 2017 | Text Sermons
Before performing a baptism, the priest approached the young father and said solemnly, “Baptism is a serious step. Are you prepared for it?” “I think so,” the man replied. “My wife has made appetizers and we have a caterer coming to...
by Steve Hedrick | Jan 4, 2017 | Text Sermons
Well, here it is New Year’s Day, and most of us have made or will make New Year’s resolutions; we express an intention to make a positive change in our lives this year–mostly having to do with food, caloric intake, and exercise is my bet. But I bet no-one has...
by Steve Hedrick | Dec 27, 2016 | Text Sermons
According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, while both male and female reindeer grow antlers in the summer each year, male reindeer drop their antlers at the beginning of winter, usually late November to mid-December. Female reindeer retain their antlers till...
by Steve Hedrick | Dec 20, 2016 | Text Sermons
One of the great joys and privileges I have as being the Priest at Redeemer who is set aside to shepherd our youth, is getting to be with our middle school youth every Wednesday. Several years ago, when I was the in the position of lay youth minister, I heard one of...
by Steve Hedrick | Dec 15, 2016 | Text Sermons
In the Name of the Living God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. The gospel appointed for today comes from the eleventh chapter of the gospel according to St. Matthew. Last week we were way back in chapter three. Much has happened in the eight chapters in between...