Category Archives: Devotional

See God’s Face and Live

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Hilda Vaughan

The Feast of the Transfiguration emphasizes that encountering God transforms us, as illustrated in scripture by Moses’ shining face and the disciples witnessing Jesus’ glory. Our experiences of God’s presence change our character, strengthen our faith, and call us to listen to Jesus. These moments inspire us to reflect God’s love and serve others. Continue reading →

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God’s Providence: Preparing the way before we see the need

Posted on July 20, 2026 by Hilda Vaughan

God’s Providence: Preparing the way before we see the need. All things are under your care, and there is no other god to whom you must justify your decisions. Your strength is the source of justice. You can show mercy … Continue reading →

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Elisha’s Double Portion is for us too

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Hilda Vaughan

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 →

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The Sermon I did not preach: Love abides in us.

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Hilda Vaughan

This morning, I did not transfer my sermon from the laptop to the tablet for the midweek Eucharist. I preached differently after preparing what I thought was a fine word. Below is the sermon I had prepared. Beloved, if our … Continue reading →

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Finding Strength in God’s Words: A Reflection

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

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 →

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The Fast I choose – A Lament

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

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 →

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Rest is God’s Gift: a sacred Practice and Spiritual Experience

Posted on March 22, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

There’s a song that says‘Hush little baby, don’t you cry.You know, your mama was born to dieall my trials Lord, will soon be over.’ The song is burdensome and the people involved could do with a respite. As I read … Continue reading →

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Diversity and Divine Value: Being Differently Gendered

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

Do not let the foreigner joined to the Lord say, The Lord will surely separate me from his people;and do not let the eunuch say, I am just a dry tree. For thus says the Lord: To the eunuchs who keep … Continue reading →

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Trusting God Amid Distress: Insights from Psalm 55

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

Hear my prayer, O God; do not hide yourself from my petition. Listen to me and answer me. I have no peace, because of my cares. I am shaken by the noise of the enemy and by the pressure of … Continue reading →

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There is no ‘separateness’ in God – No me without You

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Hilda Vaughan

But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he is our peace; in his flesh he has made both groups ¬{Jews and gentiles) into one and has … Continue reading →

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