Sermons by Liz Murphy

Sermons by Liz Murphy

Exodus Moments

In a season of immense change, we turn to one of the classic stories of transition: Exodus. It’s a story of freedom, of fear, of an upside-down world… sound familiar? We re-examine this story — which is one of our 7 UU sources — to glean wisdom, hope, and strength. These days are full of “Exodus Moments” — how might we respond to these thresholds with connection to community, with compassionate love, with a conviction for justice?

Journey Together in Love

“Real care means the willingness to help each other in making our brokenness into the gateway to joy.” – Henri Nouwen. We heal, we learn, we grow — we replenish our well — in community, too. This Sunday, we’ll consider the ways community care manifests in church — how can we travel alongside one another toward wholeness? When have we made our way to the gateway to joy, together?