Mike Angell is a priest and community organizer. He is a preacher, writer, dad, and a sometimes frisbee and ukulele player. He likes to hike, ski, listen, and laugh.
God cares deeply about our bodies, not just our souls.
This sermon calls for a broader meaning of the term “Pro-Life,” suggesting that it should encompass concern for all lives: the poor, the elderly, those with health challenges, and those who are oppressed. In these difficult conversations, we must practice humility and radical acceptance of ourselves and our bodies, learning to care for and accept this beloved gift from God.
What if the familiar story of Mary and Martha holds more than meets the eye?This sermon challenges our assumptions about busyness, faith, and the surprising invitation found in life’s most unexpected moments. How can letting go of distractions be the key to unlocking a deeper, more authentic connection with God and others?
On Mothers’ Day: what happens if we imagine God as a mother? What happens if we imagine the Spirit as a beloved auntie? How does shifting our sense of the divine feminine change our spirituality?
The story of the Prodigal son is a story about how God treats all of us, about how God receives and accepts us all. There’s a wideness in God’s mercy, as the old hymn says. God does not behave as we would expect God to behave. God does not allow some idea of justice to get in the way of mercy. God does not allow so-called righteousness to get in the way of love. God asks you to be an ambassador for Love.
Mike Angell