Sermons

Easter 7 - Embracing Mother's Day and the Call to Peace

Exploring the complex emotions of Mother's Day, Father Casey traces its origins back to Julia Ward Howe's call for peace and justice. Drawing parallels to Jesus's teachings, he emphasizes the challenge of maintaining heavenly values in a worldly context, urging believers to embrace their identity as followers of Jesus while navigating the influences of the world. In true Father Casey fashion, he uses “The Matrix” as his movie reference to help illustrate his point.
Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Seventh Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Ascension Day - Moving Beyond the Mystical

Reflecting on the Ascension story, Father Casey explores the disciples' emotions, their subsequent actions, and the significance of Jesus' departure. Emphasizing the empowerment of believers, Father Casey encourages active engagement in embodying Jesus' teachings and spreading love and compassion. He suggests that rather than looking to the heavens we should "get on with it."
Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Feast of the Ascension.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter 6 - Embracing the Commandment of Love: A Reflective Journey through Scripture

Sixteen verses of scripture echo Jesus' commandment to his disciples and us to "love one another." Mother Rebecca explores why it is important both as a duty and as the result of our thriving in the joy of Jesus' love for us. 
Sermon preached for The Sixth Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter 5 - Holding On in the Storm: Lessons in Abiding in Christ

Father Casey emphasizes the importance of remaining grounded amidst chaos by referencing the movie "Twister" to illustrate the concept of lashing oneself to Christ during crises. Emphasizing divine support during turbulent times, the he offers reassurance and encouragement to those facing adversity.
Sermon preached on the Fifth Sunday in Easter. We invite you to view the full service HERE. Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter 4 - Understanding Jesus as the Good Shepherd

Exploring Jesus' identity as the Good Shepherd, Father Ted delves into biblical narratives, societal perceptions, and Jesus' teachings to elucidate the care, guidance, and unity he offers to believers. Despite challenges and resistance, the call to unity and faithfulness to Christ's voice remains central.
 
Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Fourth Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter 3 - Living Easter: Embracing Resurrection in Everyday Life

Father Casey leads us deeper into our Easter experience by urging us to embody Easter beyond mere proclamation. He calls for a resurrection of humility, mercy, reconciliation, and love in everyday interactions, emphasizing the enduring relevance of Christ’s Triumph over death.
Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Third Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter 2 - Seeing is Believing: A Deep Dive into Doubting Thomas

Mother Rebecca goes into the narrative of Doubting Thomas, challenging common misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of personal encounters with Christ for belief. She examines Thomas's skepticism in light of Jesus' invitation to touch his wounds and highlights the significance of physical presence in fostering faith. Through reflection and poetry, she invites us to embrace Thomas's example as we navigate our own journey of belief.
Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The Second Sunday in Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter Day - From Passion to Resurrection

Father Casey recounts a unique children's Passion Play where a little boy posed the question “was Jesus a zombie?” Exploring Jesus's journey from Palm Sunday to Easter, Father Casey answers that question with a revelation deeper than “No.” He explains how Jesus's arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection, amplifies his triumph over death. He draws parallels to pop culture, emphasizing Jesus's transformative power and his role as the ultimate gardener of life.
 
Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on Easter Day, The Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Easter Vigil - A Journey Through History into Faith

Bishop Smith invites us into a deeper understanding of faith and imagination, urging us to recognize the magnitude of God's ongoing work among believers and those seeking for belief. He emphasizes the importance of stories, both ancient and contemporary, in shaping collective faith. Ultimately, he encourages a profound sense of joy and celebration in the resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Sermon preached by The Rt. Rev. Wayne Smith at The Great Vigil of Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.

Good Friday - Complex Narratives: The Alamo and Good Friday

Bishop Smith highlights the importance of approaching powerful narratives, the Alamo or the Crucifixion, with care and compassion. By acknowledging complexities and embracing love over hatred, both in historical and religious contexts, we can foster a more inclusive and empathetic understanding of our collective past and present.
Sermon preached by The Rt. Rev. Wayne Smith on Good Friday.  We invite you to view the full service HERE.  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net.