Montclair Presbyterian Church

Drawing upon the story of Simeon and Anna visiting the baby Jesus found in Luke 2:21-40, Rev. Beth asks us how we can identify those among us who can see with their hearts, and can speak with wisdom of hope.

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On the occasion of the Baptism of Dean Elia, Ethen Hockenhull, and Emilio Niemi Rev. Beth reflects on the meaning of baptism and the commitment the church community makes to help children find those paths that will lead toward God and not away. “Because we are, God loves”.

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

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The Montclair Presbyterian Church Choir, with Kim Rankin conducting present part 1 of  The Messiah by G F Handel (1742)

For related scripture from the book of Isaiah, click here.

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Below, Listen to Kim Rankin’s reflections, setting the context for the presentation.

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Children and Youth Christmas Pagent

Montclair Presbyterian Church Children and Youth Present an interpretation of the Christmas Story Featuring the Stars of Hope, Peace, and Joy.

Directed by Bob Saltz and Morgan Saltz

Music Direction: Kim Rankin

Instruments: Tom Dambly, trumpets; Paul Blankinship, piano; Timm Kelly, bass

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Rev. Beth discusses the importance of dis-orientation as we “settle in” to Advent, showing how it can lead to greater possibilities of positive transformation.

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Guest preacher Rev. Dr. Herman Waetjen discusses the biblical metaphor of the clay pots, connecting it to a Zulu story and to the gift of the Kingdom that we all receive.

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Guest preacher Rev. Dr. Lisa Fullam discusses the life of St. Ignatius, focusing on the key question: are we available to God, and ready to go where God leads?

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11; Hebrews 10:11-14, 18

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Rev. Beth discusses the story of Elijah and the widow, focusing on how it teaches us to move from fear to faith, and from a sense of scarcity to one of generosity.

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Rev. Beth takes on the character of St. Francis, exploring and explaining his life, message, and the big question: What is it that keeps you from God? (Note: unfortunately, we’re missing about 30 seconds from the middle of the sermon)

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Continuing her series on Catholic Saints, Rev. Beth considers the example of St. Theresa of Avila  for the faith and prayer life of the congregation today.

(Please forgive us. A machine error resulted in loss of a few seconds from the sermon. A brief gap and discontinuity thus occurs after about 14 minutes.)

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