Slain by Love

"Forgiveness: Enemies Defeated"—16th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 19 (Sun, Sept 13, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0500

O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Exodus 14:19-31
Exodus 15:1b-11,20-21
Romans 14:1-12
Matthew 18:21-35

Preached on Sun, September 13, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mthr. Kelly Jennings—15th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 18 (Sun, Sept 6, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Exodus 12:1-14
Psalm 149
Romans 13:8-14
Matthew 18:15-20

Preached on Sun, September 6, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—14th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 17 (Sun, Aug 30, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

Exodus 3:1-15
Psalm 105:1-6, 23-26, 45c
Romans 12:9-21
Matthew 16:21-28

Preached on Sun, August 30, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Shiphrah & Puah"—13th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 16 (Sun, Aug 23, 2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Exodus 1:8-2:10
Psalm 124
Romans 12:1-8
Matthew 16:13-20

Preached on Sun, August 23, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Jacob's Fam, Jesus' Fam"—12th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 15 (Sun, Aug 16, 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Genesis 45:1-15
Psalm 133
Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32
Matthew 15: (10-20), 21-28

Preached on Sun, August 16, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev Dr Susan Dolan-Henderson—11th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 14 (Sun, Aug 9, 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28
Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b
Romans 10:5-15
Matthew 14:22-33

Preached on Sun, August 9, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Jacob's Opponent"—10th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 13 (Sun, Aug 2, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Genesis 32:22-31
Psalm 17:1-7,16
Romans 9:1-5
Matthew 14:13-21

Preached on Sun, August 2, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev. Patti Peacock—9th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 12 (Sun, July 26, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0500

O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, July 26, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"A God who Groans" 8th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 11 (Sun, July 19, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, July 19, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Tommy Moreland—7th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 10 (July 12, 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0500

O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, July 12, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Inside Job"—6th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 9 (July 5, 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0500

O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, July 5, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"2 Mountains, 2 Sacrifices, 2 Altars"—5th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 8 (June 28, 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, June 28, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"God's Love for the Slave"—4th Sun of Pentecost, Proper 7 (June 21, 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0500

O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, June 21, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Gospel 'Wrap-around'"—3rd Sun of Pentecost, Proper 6 (June 14, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0500

O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, June 14, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon: the Rev Dr Susan Dolan-Henderson—2nd Sun after Pentecost (June 7, 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Genesis 12:1-9
Psalm 33:1-12
Romans 4:13-25
Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26

Preached on Sun, June 7, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev. Dr. Susan Dolan-Henderson—Trinity Sunday (May 31, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Genesis 1:1-2:4a

Psalm 8

2 Corinthians 13:11-13

Matthew 28:16-20

Preached on Sun, May 31, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Pentecost Sunday (May 24, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, on this day you opened the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, May 24, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Ascension Dimensions"—7th Sun of Easter (Sun, May 17, 2026)

Sun, 24 May 2026 08:00:00 -0500

O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Preached on Sun, May 17, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"If-Then God?"—6th Sun of Easter (Sun, May 10, 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 -0500

O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, May 10, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"House Jesus"—5th Sun of Easter (Sun, May 3, 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, May 3, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—4th Sun of Easte (Sun, Apr 26, 2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500

O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Take, Bless, Break, Give"—3rd Sun of Easte (Sun, Apr 19, 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0500

O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Acts 2:14a,36-41
1 Peter 1:17-23
Luke 24:13-35
Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17

Preached on Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev Chas Kipp—1st Sun after Easter (Sun, Apr 12, 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Good & True Dream"—Easter Sunday (Sun, Apr 5, 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500

O God, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Apr 5, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev. Patti Peacock—Palm Sunday (Sun, March 29, 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, March 29, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Tommy Moreland by Matt Boulter—5th Sun in Lent (Sun, March 22, 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, March 22, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Triptych" by Matt Boulter—4th Sun in Lent (Sun, March 15, 2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, March 15, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—Third Sunday in Lent (Sun, March 8, 2026)

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, March 8, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Lifted Up: the Serpent/Dragon"—Second Sunday in Lent (Sun, March 1, 2026)

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500

O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, March 1, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—First Sunday in Lent (Sun, Feb 22, 2026)

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 22, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Trailer of Transfiguration"—Last Sun after the Epiphany (Sun, Feb 15, 2026)

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0600

O God, who before the passion of your only begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 15, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Bp Kai Ryan—5th Sun after the Epiphany (Sun, Feb 8, 2026)

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0600

Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 8, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Government of Self"—4th Sun after the Epiphany (Sun, Feb 1, 2026)

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 1, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Fire & Sacrifice"—Sun, Jan 18, 2026 (2nd Sun after Epiphany)

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0600

Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (1st Sun after Epiphany)

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0600

Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 11, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Vibe of a Good Dream"—Sun, Jan 3, 2024 (2nd Sun after Xmas)

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0600

O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The lessons for this Sunday were those appointed for Lessons & Carols.

Preached on Sun, Jan 4, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Sun, Dec 28, 2025 (1st Sun after Xmas)

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600

Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 28, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Saying Yes"—Sun, Dec 21 (4th Sun of Advent)

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600

Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 21, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Becoming Theotokos"—Sun, Dec 14 (3rd Sun of Advent)

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600

Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 14 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Shoot of Jesse"—Sun, Dec 7 (2nd Sun of Advent)

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0600

Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 7, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Awake (and Engaged)"—Sun, Nov 30, 2025 (First Sun of Advent)

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0600

Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Nov 30, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Christ the King Sunday, Nov 23, 2025

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Jeremiah 23:1-6
Canticle 16
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43

Preached on Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—22nd Sun after Pentecost (Proper 27), Nov 9, 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0600

O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Haggai 1:15b-2:9
Psalm 145:1-5, 18-22
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Luke 20:27-38

Preached on Sun, Nov 9, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Pattern of the Saints"—Sun, Nov 2, 2025 (All Saints)

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Daniel 7:1-3,15-18
Psalm 149
Ephesians 1:11-23
Luke 6:20-31

Preached on Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 25), Oct 26, 2025)

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Joel 2:23-32
Psalm 65
2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18
Luke 18:9-14

Preached on Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Jesus as Anti-Hero"—19th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 24), Oct 19, 2025)

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Jeremiah 31:27-34
Psalm 119:97-104
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Luke 18:1-8

Preached on Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—17th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23), Oct 12, 2025)

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-11
2 Timothy 2:8-15
Luke 17:11-19

Preached on Sun, Oct 12, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Luke's Continental Divide"—16th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 22), Oct 5, 2025)

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Lamentations 1:1-6
Psalm 137
2 Timothy 1:1-14
Luke 17:5-10

Preached on Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—15th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 21), Sept 28, 2025)

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0500

O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16
1 Timothy 6:6-19
Luke 16:19-31

Preached on Sun, Sept 28, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Jesus in Bizarro World"—15th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 20), Sept 21, 2025)

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Sept 21, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—14th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 19), Sept 14, 2025)

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
Psalm 14
1 Timothy 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-10

Preached on Sun, Sept 14, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"God, Service, Freedom"—13th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 18), Sept 7, 2025)

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, Sept 7, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—12th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 17), Aug 31, 2025)

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, August 31, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Being Born"—11th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 16), Aug 24, 2025)

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, August 24, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"God's Love"—10th Sun after Pentecost; Blessing o' Backpacks (Proper 15), Aug 17, 2025)

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, August 17, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"By Faith"—9th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 14), Aug 10, 2025

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, August 10, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"'Hesed' triumphs over Greed"—8th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 13), Aug 3, 2025

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, August 3, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"What God nailed to the Cross"—7th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 12), July 27, 2025

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 27, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"It takes Two"—6th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 11), July 20, 2025

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 20, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"We are spiritual beings"—5th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 10), July 13, 2025

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 13, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Christ's Fight Club"—4th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 9), July 6, 2025

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 6, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—3rd Sun after Pentecost (7/29/25)

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, June 29, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by the Rev Dr. Dolan Henderson—2nd Sun after Pentecost (Proper 7), June 22, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
Romans 5:1-5
John 16:12-15
Psalm 8

Preached on Sun, June 15, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Fly on the Wall"—Trinity Sunday (Sun, June 15, 2025)

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
Romans 5:1-5
John 16:12-15
Psalm 8

Preached on Sun, June 15, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Come, Holy Spirit"—Pentecost Sunday (Sun, June 8, 2025)

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Gen 11:1-9
Ps 104:25-35, 37
Acts 2:1-21
Jn 14:8-17

Preached on Sun, June 8, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Heaven"—7th Sun of Easter (Sun, June 1, 2025)

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, June 1, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Advocate & Counselor"—6th Sun of Easter (Sun, May 25, 2025)

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 25, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Bp. Andrew Doyle—5th Sun of Easter (75 Yr Anniversary), Sun, May 18, 2025

Sat, 24 May 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 18, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

""The Sheep on Pilgrimage—4th Sun of Easter (Sun, May 11, 2025)

Sat, 24 May 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 11, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp (Church Seminarian)—3rd Sun of Easter (Sun, May 4, 2025)

Sat, 24 May 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 4, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Message about this Life"—2nd Sun in Easter (Sun, Apr 27, 2025)

Sat, 03 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, Apr 27, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Death's Epitaph"—Easter Sunday (Sun, Apr 20, 2025)

Sat, 03 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, Apr 20, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon for Good Friday (Fri, Apr 18, 2025)

Sat, 03 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Fri, Apr 18, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"In the Presence of Mine Enemies"—Maundy Thursday (Thurs, Apr 17, 2025)

Sat, 03 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Thurs, Apr 17, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Great Unraveling"—Palm Sunday (Sun, Apr 13, 2025)

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—5th Sun in Lent (Sun, Apr 6. 2025)

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—4th Sun in Lent (Sun, March 30, 2025)

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, March 30, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"What's in a Name?"—3rd Sun in Lent (Sun, March 23, 2025)

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, March 23, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.

"Sacrifice & the Mother Hen"—2nd Sun in Lent (Sun, March 16, 2025)

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, March 16, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.

"Round 2: the Devil vs. the Son of God"—1st Sun in Lent (Sun, March 9, 2025)

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, March 9, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.

"No Disappointment: Your Will, Buried in God's Will"—Ash Wednesday, 2025 (March 5)

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made and forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Isaiah 58:1-12

Ps 103:8-14

2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10

Matthew 6:1-6,16-21

Preached on Wed, March 5, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp (Seminarian)—Sun, March 2, 2025 (the last Sun after the Epiphany)

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0600

Exodus 34:29-35

Ps 99

2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2

Luke 9:28-36

Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Death, Resurrection, & Joseph"—Sun, Feb 23 (the 7th Sun after the Epiphany)

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0600

O Lord, you have taught us that without love whatever we do is worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts your greatest gift, which is love, the true bond of peace and of all virtue, without which whoever lives is accounted dead before you. Grant this for the sake of your only Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Living the Resurrection"—Sun, Feb 16, 2925 (the 6th Sun after the Epiphany)

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0600

O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you: Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Why Fish?"—Sun, Feb 9, 2025 (5th Sun after the Epiphany)

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Feb 9, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Chas Kipp (Seminarian)—Sun, Feb 2, 2025 (The Presentation of our Lord)

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Malachi 3:1-4

Psalm 84

Heb 2:14-18

Lk 2:22-40

Preached on Sun, Feb 2, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Jesus the New Adam"—Sun, Jan 26, 2025 (3rd Sun after the Epiphany)

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0600

Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 26, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"The Sign of the Cross"—Sun, Jan 19, 2025 (2nd Sun after the Epiphany)

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Jan 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

Sermon by Seminarian, Chas Kipp—Sun, Jan 12, 2025 (1st Sun after the Epiphany)

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Jan 12, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Herod & the Sacrificial Victim"—Sun, Jan 5, 2025 (2nd Sun after Xmas)

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Jan 5, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Divine Logos, Divine Light"—Sun, Dec 29, 2024 (Christmas I)

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Dec 29, 2024 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.

"Responding to Joy"—Christmas Eve (Dec 24, 2024)

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Preached at the Christmas Eve Pageant at St. George's Austin.

"Mary's 'Yes'"—Sun, Dec 22, 2024 (Advent IV), Dec 22, 2024

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Dec 22, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Sun, Dec 15, 2024 (Advent III), Dec 15, 2024

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Dec 15, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by the Rt. Rev. Kai Ryan—Sun, Dec 8, 2024 (Advent II)

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Dec 8, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Christ never travels Alone"—Dec 1, 2024 (1st Sun of Advent, Yr. C)

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Preached on Sun, Dec 1, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by Mr. Tommy Moreland—Nov 24, 2024 (Christ the King Sun)

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Sermon by Chas Kipp (Seminarian)—Sun, Nov 17, 2024 (26th Sun after Pentecost)

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Samuel 1:4-20
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25
Mark 13:1-8

Preached on Sun, Nov 17, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Guest Preacher: the Rev. Dr. David Peters—Sun, Nov 10 (25th Sun after Pentecost)

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0600

"And the Sea shall be no More"—Sun, Nov 3, 2024 (All Saints Sunday)

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0600

"Covered with Dust"—Sun, Oct 27, 2024 (23nd Sun after Pentecost, Proper 25)

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Job 42:1-6, 10-17
Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22)
Hebrews 7:23-28
Mark 10:46-52

Preached on Sun, Oct 27, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Questioning Job, Questioning God"—Sun, Oct 20, 2024 (22nd Sun after Pentecost, Proper 24)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0500

"Losing it All & Getting it Back"—Sun, Oct 13, 2024 (21st Sun after Pentecost, Proper 23)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Job 23:1-9, 16-17
Psalm 22:1-15
Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31

Preached on Sun, Oct 13, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by Mr. Chas Kipp—Sun, Oct 6, 2024 (20th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 22)

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500

"Running to the Treasure"—Sun, Sept 29, 2024 (19th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 21)

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0500

"Can we Handle the Truth?"—Sun, Sept 22, 2024 (18th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 20)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0500

"The Identity (Politics) of Christ"—Sun, Sept 15, 2024 (17th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 19)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0500

"The Holistic Shalom Life of Christ"—Sun, Sept 8, 2024 (16th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 18)

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Special Preacher—Sun, Sept 1, 2024 (14th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 16)

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0500

by Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

Song of Solomon 2:8-13
Psalm 45:1-2, 7-10
James 1:17-27
Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Preached on Sun, Sept 1, 2024 by Mr. Chas Kipp (church seminarian) at St. George's Austin.

"The 3D Life of Christ"—Sun, Aug 25, 2024 (14th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 16)

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0500

"The Bread of Christ"—Sun, Aug 18, 2024 (13th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 15)

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0500

"The Fragrance of Christ"—Sun, Aug 11, 2024 (12th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 14)

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500

"The Hunger of Christ"—Sun, Aug 4, 2024 (11th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 13)

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Sermon by the Rev. Dr. Susan Dolan Henderson—Sun, July 28, 2024

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by the Rev. Dr. Susan Dolan Henderson—Sun, July 21, 2024

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 21, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Dance of Christ"—Sun, July 14, 2024

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Civilization of Christ"—Sun, July 7, 2024 (7th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 9)

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, July 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Haptics of Christ"—Sun, June 30, 2024 (6th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 8)

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, June 30, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Jesus in the Boat"—Sun, June 23, 2024 (5th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 7)

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, June 23, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by the Rev S. Dolan-Henderson—June 16, '24 (4th Sun after Pentecost, Proper 6)

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, June 16, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Fighting on Two Fronts"—Sun, June 9, 2024 (3rd Sun after Pentecost, Proper 5)

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, June 9, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Listening & Obeying"—Sun, June 2, 2024 (2nd Sun after Pentecost, Proper 4)

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0500

O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and earth: Put away from us, we entreat you, all hurtful things, and give us those things which are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, June 2, 2024 (by Mr. Chas Kipp) at St. George's Austin.

Youth Sunday AND Trinity Sunday! May 26, 2022 (1st Sun after Pentecost)

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 26, 2024 (by Pia Ibsen) at St. George's Austin.

"A God who Groans"—Sun, May 19, 2024 (Pentecost Sun)

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0500

O God, who on this day taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Acts 2:1–21
Rom 8:22–27
Psalm 104:25-35, 37
John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15

Preached on Sun, May 19, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Separation for a Deeper Connection"—Sun, May 12, 2024 (7th Sun of Easter)

Thu, 16 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 12, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Home, Friend, Birth"—6th Sun of Easter (May 5, 2024)

Fri, 10 May 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Preached on Sun, May 5, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Pruning/Sacrifice of St. George"—5th Sun of Easter; St. George's Day (Apr 28, 2024)

Sat, 04 May 2024 08:00:00 -0500

On this day we celebrated our patron saint, St. George!

Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, Saint George; favored by God with the gift of faith, and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, you did fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part you from the love of Christ. Give us your spirit of courage and love, so that we may serve God and promote the wellbeing and health of our children, our neighbors, and our communities. Amen.

Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Acts 8:26–40
Ps 22:24–40
1 John 4:7–21
John 15:1–8

Preached on Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Easter Butterflies"—3rd Sun of Easter (Apr 14, 2024)

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Acts 3:12-19
1 John 3:1-7
Luke 24:36b-48
Psalm 4

Preached on Sun, Apr 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Seeing, Hearing, Touching"—2nd Sun of Easter (Apr 7, 2024)

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Acts 4:32-35
1 John 1:1-2:2
John 20:19-31
Psalm 133

Preached on Sun, Apr 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Stone Sunday"—Easter Sunday (March 31, 2024)

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Acts 10:34-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
John 20:1-18

Preached on Sun, March 31, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Two Realms"—Palm Sunday (March 24, 2024)

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Isaiah 50:4-9a
Philippians 2:5-11
Mark 15:1-39
Psalm 31:9-16

Preached on Sun, March 24, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Passion"—5th Sun in Lent (March 17, 2024)

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalm 119:9-16
Hebrews 5:5-10
John 12:20-33

Preached on Sun, March 15, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Lifted Up"—4th Sun in Lent (March 10, 2024)

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here).

Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Numbers 21:4-9
Ephesians 2:1-10
John 3:14-21
Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22

Preached on Sun, March 10, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Jesus & the Religion Industrial Complex"—3rd Sun in Lent (March 3, 2024)

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Exodus 20:1-17
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
John 2:13-22
Psalm 19

Preached on Sun, March 3, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"'Yes' to God"—2nd Sun in Lent (Sun, Feb 25, 2004)

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 25, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Wild Beasts"—1st Sun in Lent (Sun., Feb. 18, 2024)

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 18, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Becoming Light"—Last Sun after the Epiphany (Sun, Feb 11, 2024)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 11, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Opposite Game"—5th Sun after Epiphany (Feb 4, 2024)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Feb 4, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Give up your Rights"—4th Sun after Epiphany (Jan 28, 2024)

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Gospel of Reversal"—3rd Sun after Epiphany (Jan 21, 2024)

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 21, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"No Reason to Hide"—2nd Sun after Epiphany (Jan 14, 2024)

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"Safe to Land"—1st Sun after Epiphany (Jan 7, 2024)

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Jan 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.

"The Word became Flesh"1st Sun after Christmas (Dec 31, 2024)

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 31, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Advent IV (Sun, Dec 24, Preached by the Rev. Susan Dolan-Henderson)

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here).

Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 24, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"The Creed: 'One, Holy, & Catholic'"—Advent III (Sun Dec 17)

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here):

Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Sermon by the Rt. Rev. Andrew Doyle.

Preached on Sun, Dec 17, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Eucatastrophe"—1st Sun of Advent (Dec 3, 2023)

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 18:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here):

Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Dec 3, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Waiting for Christ"—2nd Sun of Advent (Dec 10, 2023)

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600

Isa 40:1-11
Ps 85:1-2, 8-13
2 Pet 3:8-15
Mk 1:1-8

Preached on Sun, Dec 10, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Unhoused Jesus"—Christ the King Sunday (Nov 26)

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Ezek 34:11-16, 20-24
Ps 95:1-7a
Eph 1:15-23
Mt 25:31-46

Preached on Sun, Nov 26, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"The Receptive Heart"—25th Sun after Pentecost (Nov 19, 2023)

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here):

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Zeph 1:1-7, 12-18
Ps 90:1-8, 12
1 Thess 5:1-11
Mt 25:14-30

Preached on Sun, Nov 19, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by Susan Dolan Henderson—24th Sun after Pentecost (Nov 12, 2023)

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0600

"Kingdom of the Lamb"—All Saints Sunday (Nov 5, 2023)

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0600

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Rev 7:9–17
Ps 34:1-10, 22
1 John 3:1-3
Mt 5:1-12

Preached on Sun, Nov 5, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Special Episode! "Being Human Being Christian" #3 (Service, Justice, & Gifts)

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0600

Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!

Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the second and final third of our ongoing Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").

In this episode, our third of three, we discuss the Anglican & Episcopal approach to service, justice, & gifts.

"The Law is (one way) Love"—22nd Sun after Pentecost (Proper 25)

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Lev 19:1-2, 15-18
Ps 1
1 Thess 2:1-8
Mt 22:34-46

Preached on Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Give to God"—21st Sun after Pentecost (Proper 24)

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500

"The LORD is my Shepherd"—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23)

Description

Isaiah 45:1-7
Psalm 96:1-9
1 Thess 1:1-10
Matthew 22:15-22

Preached on Sun, Oct 22, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"The Good Shepherd"—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23)

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0500

"The LORD is my Shepherd"—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23)

Description

This day's lections (see here):

Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Isaiah 25:1-9
Psalm 23
Philippians 4:1-9
Matthew 22:1-14

Preached on Sun, Oct 15, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Jesus Kicks the Hornets' Nest"—19th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 22)

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Isa 5:1-7
Ps 80:7-14
Phil 3:4b–14
Mt 21:33-46

Preached on Sun, Oct 8, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Special Episode! "Being Human Being Christian" #2

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!

Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the first third of our upcoming Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").

In this episode, our second of three, we discuss the Anglican & Episcopal approach to history, liturgy, & spirituality.

"What goes down must come up"—18th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 21)

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Ezek 18:1-4, 25-32
Ps 25:1-8
Phil 2:1-13
Mt 21:23-32

Preached on Sun, Oct 1, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Better than Fair"—17th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 20)

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

Jonah 3:10-4:11
Ps 145:1-8
Phil 1:21-30
Mt 20:1-16

Preached on Sun, Sept 24, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Zillions"—16th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 19)

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

Gen 50:15-21
Ps 103:8-13
Rom 14:1-12
Mt 18:21-35

Preached on Sun, Sept 17, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Special Episode! "Being Human Being Christian" #1

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!

Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the first third of our upcoming Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").

In this episode we discuss the Anglican approach to reality, through scripture, reason, and tradition.

"Love that's Bound not Blind"—15th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 18)

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Ezek 33:7-11
Ps 119:33-40
Rom 13:8-14
Mt 18:15-20

Preached on Sun, Sept 10, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Little Christs"—14th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 17)

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

Jer 15:15-21
Ps 26:1-8
Rom 12:9-21
Mt 16:21-8

Preached on Sun, Sept 3, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Sermon by Mother Susan Dolan-Henderson—13th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 16)

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Isa 56:1-6
Ps 138
Rom 12:1-8
Mt 16:13-20

Preached on Sun, Aug 27, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"The Echo Chamber of God"—12th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 15)

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Isa 56:1, 6-8
Ps 67
Rom 11:1-2a, 29-32
Mt 15:21-28

Preached on Sun, Aug 20, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Christ the Boat"—11th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 14)

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Kings 19:9–18
Ps 85:8–13
Rom 10:5–15
Mt 14:22–33

Preached on Sun, Aug 13, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Transfiguration"—Transfiguration Sunday

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Exod 34:29–35
Ps 99:5–9
2 Pet 1:13–21
Lk 9:28–36

Preached on Sun, Aug 6, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Sandcastles on the Beach"—9th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 12)

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Kings 3:9–12
Ps 119:129–36
Rom 8:26–39
Mt 13:31–33, 44–52

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, July 30, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"A God who Groans"—8th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 11)

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 20:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Isa 44:6–8
Ps 86:11–17
Rom 8:12-25
Mt 13:24-30,36-43

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, July 23, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Fairy Tales (A Gloious 'You')"—7th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 10)

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Isa 55:10–13
Ps 65:9–14
Rom 8:1–11
Mt 13: 1–9, 18–23

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, July 16, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Inside Job"—6th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 9)

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Zech 9:9-12
Ps 145:80-15
Rom 7:15-25a
Mt 11:16-19, 25-23

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, July 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Instruments of God"—5th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 8)

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Zech 9:9-12
Ps 145:8-15
Rom 7:15-25a
Mt 11:16–19, 25-30

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, July 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"You Gotta Fear Somebody"—4th Sun after Penteost (Proper 7)

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Jer 20:7–13
Ps 69:8–20
Rom 6:1b–11
Mt 10:24–39

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, June 18, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

"Bags of Hesed"—3rd Sun after Pentecost (Proper 6)

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Ex 19:2–8a
Ps 100
Rom 5:1–8
Mt 9:35–10:23

Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.

Preached on Sun, June 18, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Proper 5 (2nd Sun after Pentecost)

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Trinity Sunday (2023)

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Gen 1:1–2:a
Ps 8
2 Cor 13:11–13
Mt 28:16–20

Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Pentecost (2023)

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, who on this day taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Acts 2:1-21
Ps 104:25–35, 37
1 Cor 12:3b–13
Jn 20:19–23

Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

7th Sun after Easter (the Sun after the Ascension)

Thu, 25 May 2023 16:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Acts 1:6-14
Ps 68:1-10, 33-6
1 Pet 4:12-14, 5:6-7
Jn 17:1-11

Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

6th Sun of Easter (2023)

Tue, 16 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Acts 17:22-31
Ps 66:7-18
1 Pet 3:13-22
Jn 14:15-21

Preached on Sun, May 7, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Installation of a New Rector (5/10/23)

Mon, 15 May 2023 14:00:00 -0500

On this day—Wed, May 10, 2023—the Reverend Doctor Nathan Jennings preached the Installation of a New Rector service, in which the Reverend Doctor Matthew Boulter was installed as the fifth rector of St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, Texas, with the Right Reverend Kai Ryan, presiding.

The lessons for this service:

Acts 15:1-6
Psalm 122
John 15:1-8

5th Sun of Easter (2023)

Fri, 12 May 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Acts 17:22-31
Psalm 66:7-18
1 Peter 3:13-22
John 14:15-21

Preached on Sun, May 7, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

4th Sun of Easter

Wed, 03 May 2023 18:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Acts 2:42-47
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2:19-25
John 10:1-10

Preached on Sun, Apr 30, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

3rd Sun of Easter

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Apr 23, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

2nd Sunday in Easter

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This day's lections (see here):

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preached on Sun, Apr 16, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Easter Sunday: "Attending to the Grave" (Apr 9, 2023)

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0500

The lections for this day (see here):

Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Acts 10:34-43
Ps 118:1-2, 14-24
Col 3:1-4
John 20:1-18

Preached on Sun, Apr 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.

Maundy Thursday & Good Friday

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

For the lections see here and here, respectively.

Preached on Thursday, April 6 and Friday, April 7 (respectively).

Palm Sunday: "Passion"

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The lections for this day (see here):

Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the

human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to

take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross,

giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant

that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share

in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives

and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever

and ever. Amen.

Isaiah 50:4-9a

Philippians 2:5-11

Psalm 31:9-16

Matthew 27:11-54

Preached on Sunday, April 2, 2023.

5th Sun in Lent: "Promises, Promises"

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0500

The lections for this day (see here):

Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Ezek 37:1-14
Ps 130
Rom 8:6-11
Jn 11:1-45

Preached on Sunday, March 26, 2023.

4th Sun in Lent: the Rev. Susan Dolan-Henderson

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500

The lessons for this day (see here):

Preached on Sunday, March 19.

3rd Sun in Lent: "Suffering & Character"

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0500

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Exodus 17:1-7
Ps 95
Romans 5:1-11
John 4:5-42

For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here .

2nd Sun in Lent: "Lifted Up"

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Gen 12:1-4a
Ps 121
Rom 4:1-5, 13-17
Jn 3:1-17

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1st Sun in Lent: "You will be like God"

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
Ps 32
Rom 5:12-19
Mt 4:1-11

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Last Sun after the Epiphany: the Highs & the Lows

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Ex 24:12-18
Ps 99
2 Pet 1:16-21
Matt 17:1-9

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Sermon preached on Feb 19, 2023.

6th Sun after the Epiphany: "House Rules"

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Deuteronomy 30:15-20

Moses said, “See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, death and adversity. If you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I am commanding you today, by loving the Lord your God, walking in his ways, and observing his commandments, decrees, and ordinances, then you shall live and become numerous, and the Lord your God will bless you in the land that you are entering to possess. But if your heart turns away and you do not hear, but are led astray to bow down to other gods and serve them, I declare to you today that you shall perish; you shall not live long in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to enter and possess. I call heaven and earth to witness against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Choose life so that you and your descendants may live, loving the Lord your God, obeying him, and holding fast to him; for that means life to you and length of days, so that you may live in the land that the Lord swore to give to your ancestors, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.”

Psalm 119:1-8 Beati immaculati

1 Happy are they whose way is blameless, *
who walk in the law of the Lord!

2 Happy are they who observe his decrees *
and seek him with all their hearts!

3 Who never do any wrong, *
but always walk in his ways.

4 You laid down your commandments, *
that we should fully keep them.

5 Oh, that my ways were made so direct *
that I might keep your statutes!

6 Then I should not be put to shame, *
when I regard all your commandments.

7 I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *
when I have learned your righteous judgments.

8 I will keep your statutes; *
do not utterly forsake me.

1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Brothers and sisters, I could not speak to you as spiritual people, but rather as people of the flesh, as infants in Christ. I fed you with milk, not solid food, for you were not ready for solid food. Even now you are still not ready, for you are still of the flesh. For as long as there is jealousy and quarreling among you, are you not of the flesh, and behaving according to human inclinations? For when one says, “I belong to Paul,” and another, “I belong to Apollos,” are you not merely human?

What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you came to believe, as the Lord assigned to each. I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. The one who plants and the one who waters have a common purpose, and each will receive wages according to the labor of each. For we are God’s servants, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.

Matthew 5:21-37

Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be liable to the council; and if you say, ‘You fool,’ you will be liable to the hell of fire. So when you are offering your gift at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother or sister, and then come and offer your gift. Come to terms quickly with your accuser while you are on the way to court with him, or your accuser may hand you over to the judge, and the judge to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Truly I tell you, you will never get out until you have paid the last penny.

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust h

5th Sun after the Epiphany: "Fulfilling the Law"

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Isa 58:1-9a
Ps 112:1-9
I Cor 2:1-12
Matt 5:13-20

For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here.

Sermon preached on Feb 5, 2023.

4th Sun after the Epiphany:"Who can be in God's Presence?"

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Mic 6:1-8
Ps 15
I Cor 1:18-31
Matt 5:1-12

For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.

Sermon preached on Jan 29, 2023.

2nd Sun after the Epiphany: "Fire & Sacrifice"

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Isa 49:1-7
Ps 40:1-12
I Cor 1:1-9
John 1:29-42

For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.

Sermon preached on Jan 15, 2023.

3rd Sun after the Epiphany: "The Poetry that is Peter (and we)"

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RCL) for this day:

Isa 9:1-4
Ps 27:1, 5-13
I Cor 1:10-18
Matt 4:12-23

For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.

Sermon preached on Jan 22, 2023.

1st Sun after the Epiphany: "New Family, New Spirit"

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0600

The lections (from the RSV) for this day:

Isa 42;1-9
Ps 29
Acts 10:34-43
Mt 3:13-17