Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Nov 15, 2015 |
Going All In With God
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
Going All In With God
The widow who gave two small copper coins already knew her greatest happiness in living wholeheartedly for God. Giving our whole selves to God - our heart, soul, and mind - quite naturally flows from who we are to what we have - our time, talent, and treasure.
The Old Testament reference is 1 Samuel 1:4-20; the Gospel reference is Mark 12:38-44.
The Old Testament reference is 1 Samuel 1:4-20; the Gospel reference is Mark 12:38-44.
Nov 08, 2015 |
Renewal And Stewardship
| Robert Parker and Phil James![Robert Parker and Phil James](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/two_986_small.jpg)
Renewal And Stewardship
In this Stewardship Sunday talk, Senior Warden Robert Parker and Vestry member Phil James tell us that stewardship is so much more than mere fundraising. Stewardship is honoring the gifts that God has given us, the support and renewal of the mission of the parish, and continuing our outreach to our neighborhood and the community.
Nov 01, 2015 |
All Saints Day: The Promise of Resurrection Life
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
All Saints Day: The Promise of Resurrection Life
God has promised Resurrection Life not only for a chosen people, but for all. It is not only a promise for us when we die but also while we live, to help us move past all the things that keep us bound.
The Scripture references are Isaiah 25:6-9 and Revelation 21:1-6; the Gospel reference is John 11:32-44.
The Scripture references are Isaiah 25:6-9 and Revelation 21:1-6; the Gospel reference is John 11:32-44.
Oct 18, 2015 |
What We Ask For, And What We Want
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
What We Ask For, And What We Want
Does a culture of entitlement affect our faith and what we expect from God? Jesus doesn’t promise that our lives will be wonderful, but He does turn our eyes to the needs of those around us. Our greatest reward is found not when we ask what God will give to us, but when we ask God what we can give to Him.
The Gospel reference is Mark 10:35-45.
The Gospel reference is Mark 10:35-45.
Oct 11, 2015 |
What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?
| The Rev. Dcn. Douglas Rogers![The Rev. Dcn. Douglas Rogers](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/doug-rogers_27_small.jpg)
What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?
Living a good life is more than just following the Ten Commandments. It is looking within ourselves to find the stumbling blocks that keep us from truly living as children of God, and then taking action that lets us move past them in service to God. The Gospel reference is Mark 10:17-31.
Sep 13, 2015 |
Our Words Are Powerful
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
Our Words Are Powerful
The author of the letter of James was right when he wrote of the power of our words. We need God's grace to bring about a change in our hearts to make sure that what we say, and how we say it, is directed to the larger goal of speaking words of truth to others and to ourselves.
Sep 10, 2015 |
Be Transformed Non-Conformists
| The Reverend Peter Lane![The Reverend Peter Lane](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/peter-lane_242_small.jpg)
Be Transformed Non-Conformists
The Reverend Peter Lane, rector of St Paul & The Redeemer, Hyde Park, preaches at the installation of the Reverend Andria Skornik as rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rockford. In our secular age where religion is often a matter of personal choice, we are encouraged to continue our regular worship, our outreach, and our good works for Rockford to the glory of God in Heaven.
Aug 23, 2015 |
What Do We Believe About Communion?
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
What Do We Believe About Communion?
Through Communion we can know what it means to live life in the fullest sense. Communion calls us back to God and to our neighbor; living a life of Communion isn't merely an ideal, but something that is available to us all. It was God's intention for us all along.
Aug 16, 2015 |
Two Vessels: Doing God's Work By Blessing Others
| The Very Reverend Andria Skornik![The Very Reverend Andria Skornik](https://www.emmanuelrockford.org/uploads/images/skornik_883_small.jpg)
Two Vessels: Doing God's Work By Blessing Others
Celebrating the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we are asked "What does it mean to be blessed?" Being blessed is about knowing that God is with us in all times and in all places. God is with each of us and blesses us with the resources we need for our journey: inner strength, love, generosity, and hope.