by The Rev. Hart Roussel | Feb 21, 2025 | Reflections, Teachings
Joseph of Egypt saw the hand of God at work in his reconciliation with his brothers, the brothers who sold him into slavery and whose lives he held in his hands. His act of reconciliation ensured God’s promises to Abraham would be fulfilled. One of my favorite lines...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Dec 18, 2024 | Reflections, Teachings
When I was in seminary I was introduced to the idea of “social location.” In a few words this is the awareness of what makes a person unique. The potential for a million questions that might be asked and answered exists for everyone. Where did they grow...
by Saint Andrews Team | Oct 6, 2023 | Reflections, Teachings
Dear St. Andrew’s Family, As our annual stewardship campaign gets underway, you have been hearing about the theme, Rooted in Abundance, and its reminder to us that we are inspired to give because so much has been given to us. This is not transactional – we do not give...
by Saint Andrews Team | Oct 6, 2023 | Reflections, Teachings
Dear St. Andrew’s Family St. Andrew’s has deep roots. Shortly, we’ll be celebrating our 100th anniversary. Life was quite a bit different 100 years ago. As is our community, how we spend our time, and how we communicate. The words of Jesus Christ remain...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Oct 6, 2023 | Reflections, Teachings
Dear St. Andrew’s Family, The most important words to say in Church are “thank you.” Say it often, and mean it, and today I say it to you. Thank you for the many gifts that you share with our community. You have heard the familiar expression “can’t see the forest for...
by Saint Andrews Team | Mar 4, 2022 | Teachings
Good morning! It is good to be up here speaking to you all. I apologize for being seated. I hope most of you can see me and that all of you can hear me. I had knee surgery almost three months ago and I am still not fully recovered. I will do my best, I hope the chair...
