Messages from 2023 (Page 2)
The People Have the Power
Inspired by a Patti Smith lyric, lay preacher Chris Groppe talks about the power of collective action. He highlights several of our community justice partner organizations, and asks our members to sign up to learn more about some of them. If you’d like to add your name to those lists, you can do that at this link.
Where Do We Stand?
In today’s message, lay preacher Kathleen Higgins talks about not only what it means to get “off the fence,” but offers us some helpful strategies when dealing with folks who have very different values from our own.
Say Yes
Today, our new ministerial intern, Nick Sanchez offered his first message to us. He talks about his own experience in getting off the fence, and choosing to pursue ministry. He also shares a poem which means a lot to him called “Say Yes,” by Andrea Gibson.
Who & What We’re For
In today’s message, Rev. Lee introduces the idea of getting “Off the Fence” and standing up for what we believe in. She points to the recent story of how the community came together to keep one another safe, while police searched our area for an escaped murderer. Sometimes, caring for your community can look as simple as a Wawa hoagie.
WellCome Back Sunday
Today, Rev. Lee talks a bit about our upcoming message series called “Off the Fence,” which highlights those moments where we need to take sides and stand up for your values. She also leads us in the Blessing of the Backpacks, as we send students of all ages on to another school year.
John Barnett & Will Fuller: POWER Metro
Today, Rev. Lee sits down with John Barnett & Will Fuller with POWER Metro, an interfaith organization looking to address issued of equality and injustice.
Karen Williams and Beth Berkley from Ann’s Heart
Today, Rev. Lee sits down with Karen Williams and Beth Berkley from Ann’s Heart – a code blue shelter in Phoenixville, which takes in unhoused neighbors when the temperatures get too cold.
Sharon Browning from JUST Listening
In today’s message, Rev. Lee sits down to speak with Sharon Browning from JUST Listening.
Neighbors & Helpers Featuring Holly O’Connell from A Path to Hope
Rev. Lee sits down with Holly O’Connell from local organization “A Path to Hope.” Inspired by her own experiences in finding mental healthcare for her son, Holly went on to found this organization which connects families with resources.
Neighbors & Helpers, Featuring Sean Williams from the LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County
Rev. Lee sits down with Sean Williams to talk about the important work the LGBT Alliance of Chester County is doing in our community, and how we can help support them.
Severance
For today’s message, YouthSpirit Director, Carol Breslin, shares her thoughts on the series “Severance.”
Oliver!
Lay preacher, Rodney Whittenberg, discusses the classic musical film “Oliver!”