The Crossing

Bridging the Divide: A Gospel of Generosity

In this powerful and thought-provoking sermon, Father Geoff reflects on the parable of the rich man and Lazarus—an urgent call to recognize and respond to the divides that exist in our world: between abundance and need, comfort and compassion, blindness and grace. Rooted in Luke 16 and 1 Timothy, this message reminds us that the love of money, not money itself, leads us away from God and our neighbor. Through stories both biblical and personal, we’re invited to see the ways we may be walking past modern-day Lazaruses—and to respond with mercy, generosity, and love. You’ll also hear about a concrete act of love our parish is undertaking: partnering with City on a Hill to provide meals for children in Milwaukee. This is the Gospel in action—bridging the divide with Christlike care.

The Currency of Love

In one of the most perplexing parables Jesus ever told, a dishonest manager gets praised for his shrewdness—and we’re left wondering, who are we in this story? This week, Father Geoff walks us through the tangled mess of money, judgment, redemption, and the things that possess us. From personal memories to cultural examples, from Supertramp to Gollum, this sermon uncovers the deeper question at the heart of Luke 16: What truly owns us? Through it all, we are pointed not toward wealth or judgment—but toward grace. The kind that forgives debts, redeems mistakes, and calls us into the one economy that never fails: the economy of God’s love. Let go of what owns you. Embrace what frees you.

Saul or Paul: Choosing Peace in a Time of Violence

On this Sunday after a week of national mourning and deep division, Father Geoff challenges us with a question that’s both ancient and urgent: will we wear the heart of Saul, or the heart of Paul? Preaching on the Parable of the Lost Sheep and reflecting on the tragic political assassination of Charlie Kirk, this sermon does not take sides—it takes the side of Christ. With wisdom, conviction, and compassion, Father Geoff calls us to become instruments of peace, echoing the values of the prayer attributed to St. Francis: where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light. What does it mean to see the face of God in someone we disagree with? How do we resist the casual cruelty of modern discourse and reclaim a spirit of holy dialogue? In a world soaked with noise, cynicism, and anger, this is a timely invitation to choose the way of mercy, humility, and transformation. Whether you are seeking hope, healing, or simply a reason to believe in better, this sermon reminds us that Christ still seeks the lost—and still calls us to be found.

The Cost of Commitment: Choosing the Road with Christ

On this Kickoff Sunday, Father Geoff challenges us to take a hard look at what it means to truly follow Jesus. Preaching on Luke 14:25–33, he explores one of the most difficult teachings in the Gospels—where Jesus tells the crowds they must “hate” their families and even their own lives to be his disciples. What do we do with such hard words? Through stories of cross-country skiing, Bonhoeffer’s legacy, and even a Bill Murray cameo from Stripes, this sermon asks us to consider: What are we holding onto that keeps us from fully following Christ? What comforts, excuses, or easy paths might we need to leave behind? Discipleship isn’t casual. It’s costly. But in letting go, we make room—for grace, for mission, for love. This message marks a new beginning for our parish, and maybe for you, too. ✅ New episodes every Sunday by 5PM. 🎧 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to stay connected—wherever you are. “I appeal to you in love.”

The Way Up Is Down

On this 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Tyler Kristopeit, Senior Warden of St. Christopher’s, offers a deeply personal and gospel-centered reflection on humility, hospitality, and the radical grace of God. Drawing from Luke 14:1, 7-14, Tyler explores the unsettling honesty of Jesus’ parable: “When you are invited, take the lowest seat.” It’s not just a lesson about table manners—but about our hearts, our habits, and the way we see others. From childhood birthday parties to missed opportunities at Thanksgiving, Tyler weaves stories of grace received and grace withheld—reminding us that we are not the hosts in God’s kingdom. We are the guests. And Christ, the divine host, invites the ones the world forgets. This is a sermon for anyone who’s ever felt unseen—or failed to see. For anyone who has ever needed a second chance. For anyone learning, again and again, to live as if the gospel were true. The way up, it turns out, is always down. 🕊️ New episodes of The Crossing are posted every Sunday by 5PM. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and stay connected—wherever life leads.