Have you ever intentionally invited someone into a conversation, knowing that individual held different views in areas that mattered to you? If so, did you learn something from that connection? I think about the unlikely close friendship between the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Justice Antonin Scalia (and their spouses). Their shared interests and mutual respect for each other was strong, even with their differences of ideology.
In this Sunday’s scripture passage, Nicodemus, named as a Pharisee, comes to see Jesus in the night. We sense, in Nicodemus, a yearning to deepen his faith. He intentionally enters into a late night conversation with Jesus, that opens him to embrace new understandings and possibilities. What conversations and experiences might we embrace, in this Lenten season, that may deepen our faith and the ways in which we live that in the world?
The sermon is titled “Late Night Conversations and Embracing Life Anew”. The scripture passage is based on John 3:1-16. In our time of worship, we will pray and reflect, sing hymns, and share a Children’s Moment. Our Chancel Choir, accompanied by Ilze Akerbergs, will lead us in music. We will also celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
If you have been part of the St. Mark’s community for a long time, a short time, or will be joining us for the first time, we look forward to connecting with those of you here in-person or joining on the livestream.