The Rev. Arianne RiceAug 20, 20204 minIntentions of the HeartThis morning let me just cut to the chase. If my sermon had a title it would be "Do I Embody My Intentions?" I didn't used to really...
The Rev. Arianne RiceMay 17, 20205 minAdvocate LoveThis is the full 30 minute Morning Prayer service. The sermon begins at approx. 21:00. Good morning. It is good to be here. I am...
The Rev. Arianne RiceApr 26, 20204 min"What Things?"The sermon starts at about minute 8:30. The gospel text is Luke 24:13-35 It’s good to be with you this morning. Good to come together...
The Rev. Arianne RiceApr 14, 20206 minEaster Beyond Expectation“Do not be afraid,” the angel says, “I know that you are looking for Jesus – but he is not here.” (Matthew 28:1-10) The gospel/sermon...
The Rev. Arianne RiceMar 22, 20204 minHave Faith“What do we do to perform the works of God?” the disciples asked Jesus “This is what you must do,” Jesus answered – “have faith” That’s...
The Rev. Arianne RiceFeb 23, 20205 minThe Light that TransformsJesus reveals his divine light. A sign of his true nature and an encouragement for us to reveal our true nature, too. "God became human...
The Rev. Arianne RiceFeb 20, 20205 minWhat Does Jesus Say About Divorce?If you were at church this past Sunday, you heard a hard gospel. Boldly, Jesus repeats the phrase, "You have heard it said....but I say...
The Rev. Arianne RiceDec 17, 20191 minLet Go of ExpectationsWe can be drawn into joy. Especially if we're open to letting go of our expectations. God always surprises. God always surpasses our...
The Rev. Arianne RiceNov 25, 20195 minWhat Do You Need to Remember?Can you remember where you were and what was going on in your life at this time last year? Thanksgiving 2018, do you remember? Can you...
The Rev. Arianne RiceOct 16, 20194 minGratitude is an Embodied AttitudeTen were made clean. One was made whole. All ten were healed but only one was made whole. The one who stopped, noticed, turned and gave...
The Rev. Arianne RiceOct 9, 20191 minSeeing Like FrancisOn Sunday, 10/6 at Good Shepherd we celebrated the Feast of St. Francis. At 10 am we invited creatures great and small (and stuffed!) to...
The Rev. Arianne RiceOct 1, 20194 minParables Are Like a Smith Island Cake!The last time I preached we were in Luke 15. A chapter I encouraged you to know, where to find when in need of a lifejacket for your...
The Rev. Arianne RiceSep 16, 20196 min"I Got You Babe!"When Jesus tells the parable about the shepherd who chases after the one lost sheep, we think a) it's our responsibility to do the same,...
kchalmers6Sep 8, 20195 minSuper Power of LoveWhat does a letter from St. Paul, an athlete's heartfelt show of support, and Jesus' challenge to count the cost have in common? Love,...
The Rev. Arianne RiceJul 15, 20193 minMercyWhat does mercy mean to you? Is it something that you need? Is it something that you've given? We pray it all the time. Do we know...
The Rev. Arianne RiceJul 9, 20196 minPeaceSo I don’t know what I can say about these snakes and scorpions. The other day – at the start of the summer season – I went into my shed...
The Rev. Arianne RiceJun 11, 20193 minVery truly I tell youToday is the last Sunday we’re going to see our paschal candle front and center for awhile – until April something 2020. As you know...
The Rev. Arianne RiceMay 29, 20196 minThe Wellness Within You"Do you want to be made well?" This is not the typical question Jesus asks of those in need of healing. This question that implies...
The Rev. Arianne RiceApr 23, 20195 minButterflies and BeginningsOn the first day of the week, at early dawn, the women who had come with Jesus from Galilee came to the tomb, taking the spices that they...
The Rev. Arianne RiceApr 15, 20192 minGame of ThronesYes, Easter is coming. And one week out on Palm Sunday, we compress the story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem with the passion...