Monthly Archives: March 2013

Good Friday Sermon on Romans 5:8, “Sacrifice, not just nice”

Posted on March 30, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

March 29, 2013 Good Friday Sermon on Romans 5:8 “Sacrifice, not just nice” Sr. Choir, “Were you there?” Good Friday Prayer of Karl Barth http://youtu.be/f-BEgOxx91s St. Michael’s Lutheran Church New Canaan, CT

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Maundy Thursday Sermon on John 13:21-38, “The Agape Community”

Posted on March 29, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday Sermon on John 13:21-38 “The Agape Community” http://youtu.be/HvOweo0Q_XU And the Sr. Choir “Ubi Caritas” St. Michael’s Lutheran Church New Canaan, CT

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What DID Jesus do?

Posted on March 27, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

As we find ourselves in the midst of Holy Week, some questions emerge as to who Jesus was, what he did, and why he is still important. Looking back at his ministry and through his death once again revisited this … Continue reading →

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Palm Sunday Sermon on Luke 19:36-40 & Luke 23:39-43, “Three Roads: Parade, Mob and You”

Posted on March 24, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

March 24, 2013 Palm / Passion Sunday Sermon on Luke 19:36-40 & Luke 23:39-43, “Three Roads: Parade, Mob and You” http://youtu.be/gmr0-8-o8xs A special thanks to our chime choir! St. Michael’s Lutheran Church New Canaan, CT

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Considering “Reconciliation Sunday”

Posted on March 20, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

It is almost Holy Week and I realize we should focus in on the passion and resurrection of Jesus right now, but with the recent election of Pope Francis, the inspiration for a new beginning he has already stirred among … Continue reading →

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Sermon on Philippians 3:7-12 & John 12:1-8, “Everything is Loss, then the Cross”

Posted on March 17, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

March 17, 2013, Lent 5 Sermon on Philippians 3:7-12 & John 12:1-8 “Everything is Loss, then the Cross” St. Michael’s Lutheran Church New Canaan, CT

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Sitting on the Bench (with my broken head)

Posted on March 13, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

Beside people asking how my recovery is going, I’ve also received this question a lot since my sledding injury: “So what is it like not being at church?” My initial response is,  “It stinks.   I miss it. I miss the people … Continue reading →

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“Mia vs. Mia” Minute Message on Philippians 3:8a

Posted on March 12, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

Minute Message on Philippians 3:8a, “Mia Vs. Mia” for Sunday March 17, 2013, Lent 5  

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The Prodigal – Our Story in Four Parts

Posted on March 6, 2013 by geoff sinibaldo

Jesus’ parable about the prodigal son is well-known, not only in the church but in the wider culture. It is a story of failure, rebellion, forgiveness, grace and love. It serves as a metaphor of our human relationships as well … Continue reading →

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