Sermons by Rev. Dennis Sparks (Page 4)
Our Holy Refugee
Pastor Dennis’ sermon on 29 Dec. Joseph takes Mary and Jesus to Egypt.
Christmas Eve (2013)
“Joy to the world, the Lord is come.”
The Word was God
Pastor Dennis’ sermon for the final Sunday of Advent.
From a Distance
Pastor Dennis’ sermon from 8 Dec. A message of selflessness as personified by Nelson Mandela and others. Our apologies, we lost the first 20 seconds or so of the sermon due to technical difficulties. Also, for license reasons (and because you really need to see the visuals), the song has been cut from the audio and the video is available on YouTube.
Thanksgiving Begins with God’s Good News
This week in history has seen many momentous events, what are you thankful for? Pastor Dennis’ sermon from 24 Nov.
The Endurance Factor
Pastor Dennis’ message (17 Nov) on patience, endurance, and loving even those who are our enemies (including the words of theologian and martyr, Rev. Dietrich Bonhoeffer).
Preaching for the Living of These Days
Pastor Dennis’ message on 10 Nov. A message on helping Grace UCC explore what kind of preacher they desire in the future
Remembering the Saints Who Have Gone Before Us
For All Saints Sunday, we remember members, relatives, and friends who have passed in 2012 and 2013.
Trusting in Our Exaltation?
The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. “God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax-collector.”  Pastor Dennis’ message from 27 Oct, a reflection on Luke 18:9-14.
Granting Justice – Actions Speak Louder than Words
The Parable of the Widow and the Unjust Judge. Pastor Dennis’ sermon on 20 October. A reflection on Luke 18:1-8.