Sermons

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird One of the great tragedies of our lectionary is the fact that we only hear from Jonah twice every 3 years; thankfully, today is … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird When I was finishing college, I found myself at a crossroads that I hadn’t particularly been looking for. I was in discernment for ordination … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird Each year, Santa puts two things in everyone’s stocking, at least at my house. The first is an orange, usually a clementine; it’s always … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird It always amazes me to see all four candles lit on the Advent wreath, and how quickly it feels like it sneaks up on … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird A good friend of mine who is both a priest and a mother of small kids was kvetching this week about having to decline … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” This quote has been attributed to Winston Churchill, who turns out to … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird As I began to put pen to paper after reflecting on this week’s lessons, it was a day that has come to be known … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird Due to a technical issue, the text of this sermon is unavailable. Please accept our apologies, and we hope you enjoy the recording of the … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird In New York City this week, Dr. Craig Spencer was released from Bellevue Hospital, the latest in a string of Americans to contract and … Read More

by the Rev. Robert C. Laird It’s good to be back with you today, after spending the last couple of days at our Diocesan Convention, in which we passed a … Read More