Author Archives: Hilda Vaughan
Elisha’s Double Portion is for us too
I was asked to read the whole story from 2 Kings chapter 2 at a service for the 60th Anniversary of the United Theological College. As the time drew near, I started getting nervous. I kept praying that I wouldn’t … Continue reading
Exploring the Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives
The content celebrates Pentecost as the birth of the Church and emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit. It stresses that each believer has unique gifts intended for the common good and to glorify Christ. The message calls for individuals to embrace their gifts, depend on one another, and actively respond to the Spirit’s guidance. Continue reading
Heartburning Encounters: Finding Jesus in Everyday Moments
The author reflects on the personal nature of encountering Jesus, inspired by an Easter altar cloth depicting Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Through the story of the walk to Emmaus, the text emphasizes that recognizing Jesus often occurs in everyday life, urging individuals to acknowledge and act on their spiritual encounters, fostering deeper connections with faith. Continue reading
John 4:1-42 The Woman at the Well – Sermon on International Women’s Day
Recording: https://youtu.be/4K6_CYSxefs?si=OjdYd63a_UATozY- Today we celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD). This started as protest for women’s rights in 1908. Horrible things were happening to women in the workplace all over the world. In the USA the movement got much support when … Continue reading
The Christmas message: Grace, Light and Life
This Christmas, we reflect on John’s Gospel, which emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Word, light, and source of life. We are reminded to embrace transformation through belief and grace. The message encourages compassion, kindness, and the sharing of God’s love, guiding us to shine light in a hopeful world. Continue reading
A prayer
Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit,That my thoughts may all be holy.Act in me, O Holy Spirit,That my work, too, may be holy.Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit,That I love but what is holy.Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit,To defend all … Continue reading
Finding Strength in God’s Words: A Reflection
This morning several passages caused me to stop as I did the daily office. I will read them as they brought meaning to me. This is not necessarily how they appeared in the liturgy. it is how they gave me … Continue reading
The Fast I choose – A Lament
As I was recording Compline this morning, I read the passage from Isaiah 53. It suggests that keeping the fast meant that we should feed the hungry and clothe the naked. I am burdened knowing that one of my own … Continue reading
Living the Law is Living Love and Righteousness
Our readings for Wednesday in the Third Week of Lent comes from Deuteronomy 4:5-10, and Matthew 5:17-19. In Matthew, obeying the commands of God is paramount. Jesus says he has come to fulfill the law. Fulfilling the law says to … Continue reading
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