Sermon by Deacon Richard Cole | August 16th 2026 On the Feast of St Mary the Virgin, Deacon Richard Cole reflects on Mary not simply as a figure of obedience, but as a strong, courageous and even subversive voice of faith. At the heart of the sermon is Mary’s Magnificat: “My soul magnifies the Lord.” In her song, Mary draws our attention away from herself and toward a God who lifts up the lowly, fills the hungry with good things, and challenges the proud and powerful. Drawing

Sermon by Rev. Lisa Faber Ginggen | August 9th 2026 What happens to our faith when fear takes over? Reflecting on the story of Jesus walking on water, The Rev. Lisa Faber Ginggen explores the relationship between God’s presence, fear, faith, and doubt—with a little help from Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner. As the disciples are caught in a storm on the Sea of Galilee, we can find ourselves facing moments when God seems absent. Fear can make it difficult to recognize what i

Sermon by Georg Meyer | August 2nd 2026 What if wrestling with God is not a sign of weak faith—but of a growing relationship with Him? On the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, lay preacher Georg Meyer reflects on Jacob's mysterious encounter with God in Genesis 32, using the Swiss tradition of Schwingen (Swiss wrestling) as a powerful image for the Christian life. Unlike a contest meant to humiliate an opponent, Swiss wrestling is rooted in respect, reconciliation, and mutual dig

Sermon by Amjad Iraqi | July 26th 2026 How can a single conversation become the beginning of peace? On the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, we welcomed the young people and staff of Jerusalem Peacebuilders to Emmanuel Episcopal Church Geneva. In this inspiring reflection, peacebuilder Amjad Iraqi shares his own journey—from a teenager reluctant to join an interfaith encounter to helping lead an international movement that brings together Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and Druze youn

Sermon by Deacon Richard Cole | July 19th 2026 How do we recognize God's presence in our everyday lives? In this sermon for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, Deacon Richard Cole reflects on the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds, St. Paul's teaching in Romans, and Jacob's encounter with God at Bethel. Together, these readings invite us to look beyond fear and judgment and instead live as people led by the Holy Spirit. Rather than focusing on separating the righteous from the

Sermon by Bishop Mark D.W Edington | July 12th 2026 What happens when the good news isn't received? In this sermon for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, Bishop Mark D.W. Edington reflects on Jesus' Parable of the Sower and St. Paul's teaching in Romans 8, reminding us that the Christian life is not measured by immediate results, but by faithful witness. Drawing on his years as a university chaplain, Bishop Edington shares the joy—and disappointment—experienced by new Christ

Sermon by Venerable Michael Rusk | July 5th 2026 Where do we turn when life feels heavy? On the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, we celebrated the Holy Baptism of Sophie Katharina Anne and reflected on one of Jesus' most comforting invitations: "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." In this sermon, Rector Michael Rusk explores how Christ transforms the burdens we carry. Using the image of a suitcase with wheels and the illu

Sermon by Megan Preston Meyer | June 28th 2026 What does it really mean to live under grace instead of the law? On the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, lay preacher Megan Preston Meyer reflects on one of the central themes of the Christian faith: God's grace. Beginning with an everyday conversation about success, hard work, and moral responsibility, this sermon explores the difference between striving to earn God's love and living in the freedom of the gift God has already given

Sermon by Reverend Lisa Faber Ginggen | June 21st 2026 What does it mean to follow Jesus when doing the right thing is difficult, costly, or misunderstood? On the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, the Rev. Lisa Faber Ginggen reflects on Jesus' challenging words to his disciples and what they mean for Christians today. Drawing on the stories of the disciples, Hagar and Ishmael, and Paul's teaching on baptism and new life, this sermon explores the realities of discipleship in a wo

Sermon by Deacon Richard Cole | June 14th 2026 What happens when God's timing doesn't match our own? On the Third Sunday after Pentecost, Deacon Richard Cole reflects on the tension between human expectations and divine timing. Drawing from Abraham and Sarah's encounter with the mysterious visitors at Mamre, the mission of the disciples, and Paul's words on suffering and hope, this sermon explores how God often works in ways that challenge our assumptions about being in the "

Guest Sermon by Brian Bachand | June 7th 2026 What does it mean to truly follow Jesus? On the Second Sunday after Pentecost, guest preacher Brian Bachand reflects on Jesus' invitation to Matthew: "Follow me." Through stories from his own journey—from Catholic priest to nonprofit fundraiser—Brian explores how faith often calls us beyond certainty, comfort, and our carefully laid plans into a deeper trust in God's purpose. Drawing on the Gospel account of Matthew's calling and