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In this homily the Rev. Janet Richardson, Assistant to the Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the story of Joseph whose jealous brothers sold him into slavery in Egypt. When they were reunited, Joseph did not take out revenge on his brothers. Rev. Janet says we should not repay evil with evil. We must remember that Jesus told us to forgive as many times as necessary. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, expands on the day’s Gospel. He discusses the trouble we have with forgiving others and ourselves. Every time we say the Lord’s Prayer, we ask for forgiveness and to forgive others. He says that Jesus came to teach us the language of love and to forgive ourselves and others regardless of the difficulty. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the day’s Gospel. He explains that Peter could not understand why Jesus would have to suffer and die on the cross and then be resurrected for our sins.  Peter was standing in Jesus’ path – focused on human not divine things. Jesus’ words to Peter and the disciples to pick up their crosses and follow Him call each of us to change the direction of our lives.  We should yield to God’s will instead of resisting Him. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the day’s Gospel in which Jesus asks his disciples, “who do you say that I am?” Once Peter gives the correct answer Jesus then tells the disciples not to tell his identity to anyone because he does not wantto be recognized as the Messiah outside of his crucifixion and his resurrection. As Christians we too need to ponder who we say Jesus is in all facets of our lives. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the Gospel for the day. He says that this Gospel is often misunderstood. The Gospel highlights the hierarchy of Jesus’ mission. Jesus breaks down the cultural barriers of the day and shows His followers the importance of true faith and grace. The Canaanite woman’s faith and trust serve as an example for all of us. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor discusses theGospel for the day and what it means for our daily lives.  Fr. Jim says that when we panic, we make unwise and rushed decisions and that we think God doesn’t care. However, Jesusdoes not abandon us in the midst of the storms of our lives. Jesus challenges us to face our fears and have faith to know that we will survive. No storm in our life is too great for God. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the day’s Gospel and its meaning. He says that the feeding of the multitude offers a vision of the kingdom of God. This miracle shows us that God will provide so that we will have enough to meet ourneeds - not too little or in excess. God sustains us daily with miracles. Send comments to [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the meaning of the parable of the weeds in today’s Gospel. He says that weeds are a reality of life. Weeds serve as a distraction and keep us from growing our faith. Through this parable Jesus isoffering guidance on how to live in a complex world. God is about loving others and that should be what we are about also. To live in optimism and hope is to live the life of the Holy Spirit. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the parable of the sower in today’s Gospel. The parable, he says is the story of lay and ordained ministry to be persistent. He warns us not to let the distractions of daily life keep us from living the life God wants us to live – a life of love, hope, peace, and forgiveness. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses the Gospel for the day and what it means to us as Christians.  He says that peopleare hungry and thirsty for the Word of God. It is our duty as Christians to proclaim the Gospel by word and deed. He adds we do that by being welcoming. He notes that Jesus uses the word “welcome” six times in the 3 verses of the day’sGospel. We should exercise compassionate welcoming in times of joy or pain and with whomever we encounter. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Janet Richardson, Assistant to theRector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the Gospel reading for the day and the current divisions in our country. She says that our nation is deeply divided and that we need to ignore those things that divide us and start listening to one another. She adds that we should respect all people as wepromised in our baptismal covenant as every person we encounter bears the image of God. As Christians, we should be Christ bearers, not culture bearers. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, focuses on the day’s Gospel and the gifts given to us by God versus the secular ones to which we are accustomed. He points out that God’s gifts are not based on whether a person is deserving or undeserving.  Like the apostles we must have belief, trust, and hope in God. God is with us whether we struggle or succeed and regardlessof what lies ahead of us. Send comments to: [email protected].

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, discusses how faith and hope point us to the fullness of life in God’s hands. As Christians we are called to believe and to trust that God will act and to have a deep unwavering reliance and assurance in God. Send comments to: [email protected]

In this Trinity Sunday homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor,Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses how during this season of the church calendar we focus on the life of the church as it grows in the world. The Trinity represents relationships and love. He says that Jesus wanted hisfollowers to know that God would never abandon them as quoted in the day’s Gospel. He encourages each of us to turn to God first and discover how different our lives become. Send comments to [email protected].

On this Pentecost Sunday, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor,Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses how the Holy Spirit helps us as Christians in our daily lives. He says that when the Holy Spirit intervenes and there is understanding, we find ourselves bonded together in Christ. The gift of the Holy Spirit is to be shared generously and through that we have a promise of a new age, new hope, and a new dawn on this earth. Send comments to: [email protected].