The Good Sower - The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

The Good Sower - The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

In his first sermon as Rector of St. Andrew's On-the-Sound, The Rev. B.J. Buracker reflects on the Parable of the Sower and reminds us that the story is ultimately not about the different kinds of soil, but about the One who scatters the seed. Fr. B.J. proclaims the hope of the resurrection and the abundant grace of Christ, who sows the Gospel generously, even into hearts that feel hard, rocky, or overgrown. Rather than leaving us discouraged by our shortcomings, Jesus patiently prepares the soil, nurturing faith that bears fruit for the sake of others. As a new chapter begins at St. Andrew's, Fr. B.J. invites us to trust the Good Sower, whose grace transforms lives and whose harvest blesses the world.

Come Away and Rest: The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

In this sermon, The Rev. Pati Mary Andrews reflects on Jesus' invitation, "Come to me," as a call to rest, renewal, and deeper trust. Drawing from Eugene Peterson's The Message, she reminds us that Christ speaks clearly to ordinary people and continues to meet us in the midst of weariness, grief, and uncertainty. Rev. Andrews encourages us to listen for God's personal invitation in our own lives. Through prayer, gratitude, and the promises of our Baptismal Covenant, we are reminded that we never journey alone. God's grace strengthens us to rise again, to love our neighbors, and to become instruments of hope in a hurting world. Even when we feel burdened, Christ gently lifts us up and teaches us "the unforced rhythm of grace."

The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost: The Practice of Welcome

Christian hospitality is the practice of welcoming others with the same love, grace, and generosity that Christ extends to us.

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost: Evidence of Discipleship | St. Andrew's 2026

In this sermon, The Rev. Michael Singer reflects on Jesus’ challenging words about discipleship, reminding us that following Christ has never been the easy path. Drawing on the examples of Peter, Andrew, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and countless other faithful witnesses, he explores what it means to stand with Christ even when it is costly.   Fr. Michael reminds us that discipleship is more than belief or words. It is a deliberate choice to live according to the values of God's kingdom, showing mercy, seeking justice, and loving others in ways that may challenge the expectations of the world around us.   At the heart of the sermon is a simple question: If you were accused of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?

The Harvest of Compassion: Third Sunday after Pentecost

In this sermon, The Rev. Michael Singer reflects on Jesus’ words about the plentiful harvest and the few laborers, inviting us to see the pain and brokenness around us not as something to avoid, but as a call to compassionate action. Fr. Michael explores how Jesus consistently met suffering with mercy, healing, and hope. He suggests that prayer is only the beginning. When we pray for God to send laborers into the harvest, we may discover that God is calling us to become part of the answer to that prayer. At the heart of the sermon is a challenge to align our lives with our prayers, offering our hands, feet, and hearts in service to a world longing for healing.