http://mdsone.com/c/wilshire en-us Building a community of faith shaped by the Spirit of Jesus Christ Building a community of faith shaped by the Spirit of Jesus Christ Building a community of faith shaped by the Spirit of Jesus Christ Copyright 2013 George Mason info@wilshirebc.org no Sun, 19 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day on which the worldwide Christian church remembers the gift of the Holy Spirit manifested on the Day of Pentecost. To mark this occasion in the church year, the Sanctuary paraments are red, symbolic of the tongues of ... Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day on which the worldwide Christian church remembers the gift of the Holy Spirit manifested on the Day of Pentecost. To mark this occasion in the church year, the Sanctuary paraments are red, symbolic of the tongues of ... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8396964#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8396964 Pentecost,Sunday,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Youth,Choir,,Recognition,of,Graduates Sun, 19 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Our world is full of babel. It is the language of all who have been infected with fear. But the Gospel gives us a different kind of speech. Whenever the Church is infected with the Spirit of God, fear has no place, and is replaced with hope. When the ... Our world is full of babel. It is the language of all who have been infected with fear. But the Gospel gives us a different kind of speech. Whenever the Church is infected with the Spirit of God, fear has no place, and is replaced with hope. When the ... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8418519#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8418519 babel,,fear,,hope,,Pentecost Sun, 12 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason As part of our worship this morning, the church commissions nine newly trained Stephen Ministers: Austin Almaguer, Diane Buchanan, Mac Buchanan, Dorothy Ewing, Linda Garrett, Elizabeth Graves, Chad Madding, Nick Shirley and Annette Thornburg. Through ... As part of our worship this morning, the church commissions nine newly trained Stephen Ministers: Austin Almaguer, Diane Buchanan, Mac Buchanan, Dorothy Ewing, Linda Garrett, Elizabeth Graves, Chad Madding, Nick Shirley and Annette Thornburg. Through ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8358409#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8358409 Wilshire,Winds,,Introduction,of,New,Stephen,Ministers,,Sanctuary,Choir,anthem,,Family,Dedication Sun, 05 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Our second hymn this morning, “How Firm A Foundation,” carries a bit of mystery. We know the names of neither the author of the text nor the composer of the tune. The text first appeared in a hymn published in London in 1787. Below it was one init... Our second hymn this morning, “How Firm A Foundation,” carries a bit of mystery. We know the names of neither the author of the text nor the composer of the tune. The text first appeared in a hymn published in London in 1787. Below it was one init... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8318916#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8318916 Sanctuary,Choir,,Lord's,Supper,,Sixth,Sunday,of,Easter Sun, 05 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason We tend to look at the work of the Apostle Paul as a picture of the professional missionary, when it might instead be viewed as a manner of life in the power of the Spirit. Seeing, seeking, saying, saving, and supping are four movements that character... We tend to look at the work of the Apostle Paul as a picture of the professional missionary, when it might instead be viewed as a manner of life in the power of the Spirit. Seeing, seeking, saying, saving, and supping are four movements that character... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8340988#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8340988 Spirit,,vision,,witness,,mission,,mission,,evangelism Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason This morning we welcome into the life of the congregation Oliver Riggs James, son of Travis and Ellen James. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Riggs in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that whe... This morning we welcome into the life of the congregation Oliver Riggs James, son of Travis and Ellen James. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Riggs in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that whe... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8299075#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8299075 Carillon,Ringers,,Nova,,Youth,Handbells,,Affirmation,of,Baptism,,Affirmation,of,Baptism,,Family,Dedication Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason The Spirit of God who raised Jesus from the dead and made him appear to his disciples continues to spread the living Word to more and more people, breaking every kind of barrier that separates people and would confine the church only to “people like... The Spirit of God who raised Jesus from the dead and made him appear to his disciples continues to spread the living Word to more and more people, breaking every kind of barrier that separates people and would confine the church only to “people like... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8303459#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8303459 Word,of,God,,testimony,,Holy,Spirit,,mission,,mission,,mission,,inclusion Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:00:00 -0400 Austin Almaguer Each Sunday, we conclude our worship by singing a hymn of commitment. During this time, anyone who desires to make a public decision of faith is invited to come forward to greet the pastor. This is a time to join the church by profession of faith in J... Each Sunday, we conclude our worship by singing a hymn of commitment. During this time, anyone who desires to make a public decision of faith is invited to come forward to greet the pastor. This is a time to join the church by profession of faith in J... Austin Almaguer http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8250852#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8250852 Children's,Moment,,Youth,Choir,anthem,,Pastoral,Residents Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 Annette Thornburg The church is a community stitched together by faith. Our lives are woven and strengthened by our relationship to others. The story of Dorcas/Tabitha and Peter shows us that we need each other. We all have something to contribute to the tapestry of ou... The church is a community stitched together by faith. Our lives are woven and strengthened by our relationship to others. The story of Dorcas/Tabitha and Peter shows us that we need each other. We all have something to contribute to the tapestry of ou... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8286215#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8286215 ministry,,community,,generosity,,gifts,,gifts,,good,works Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 Austin Almaguer The story of Tabitha teaches us that the church is place of transformation. A place where everyone is valuable and everyone has something important to contribute. The Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead is working among us to create a church... The story of Tabitha teaches us that the church is place of transformation. A place where everyone is valuable and everyone has something important to contribute. The Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead is working among us to create a church... Austin Almaguer http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8286277#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8286277 church,,community,,value,,help,,help,,need,,gifts Sun, 14 Apr 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Third Sunday of Easter<P> Seeing Our Way Clear<P> Saul thought he saw clearly that Jesus and his people needed to be shut down forGod’s sake. Then he had a vision of Jesus that blinded him, until the church laid hands on him and he cou... Third Sunday of Easter<P> Seeing Our Way Clear<P> Saul thought he saw clearly that Jesus and his people needed to be shut down forGod’s sake. Then he had a vision of Jesus that blinded him, until the church laid hands on him and he cou... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8113369#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8113369 faith,seeing,conversion,appearances Sun, 07 Apr 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Is it still Easter? Yes. In the Christian church year, the two major cycles of seasons, Christmas and Easter, are far more than a single day of observance. Like Christmas, Easter is a period of time rather than just a day. It is a seven-week season of... Is it still Easter? Yes. In the Christian church year, the two major cycles of seasons, Christmas and Easter, are far more than a single day of observance. Like Christmas, Easter is a period of time rather than just a day. It is a seven-week season of... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8004382#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8004382 Baptism,,Lord's,Supper,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Second,Sunday,of,Easter Sun, 07 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason The truth that sets us free can also get us into trouble. Continuing to witness to the power of Jesus's resurrection requires that we make ourselves vulnerable to those who have interest in keeping the truth quiet and managed. Peter says that we must ... The truth that sets us free can also get us into trouble. Continuing to witness to the power of Jesus's resurrection requires that we make ourselves vulnerable to those who have interest in keeping the truth quiet and managed. Peter says that we must ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8021172#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/8021172 obedience,,authority,,witness,,truth-telling,,truth-telling,,courage Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Peter says that God raised Jesus on the third day and “allowed him to appear.” The resurrection was more than the spiritual experience of disciples whose faith was formed and hopes raised; it was the appearance of the living Lord among them. Appea... Peter says that God raised Jesus on the third day and “allowed him to appear.” The resurrection was more than the spiritual experience of disciples whose faith was formed and hopes raised; it was the appearance of the living Lord among them. Appea... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7986005#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7986005 resurrection,,Easter,,faith,,new,world Sun, 31 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is Easter Sunday, the day on which Christians worldwide celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The white lilies adorning the Sanctuary remind us of the purity of Christ’s love and victory over death and of the promise of new life. Likewis... Today is Easter Sunday, the day on which Christians worldwide celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The white lilies adorning the Sanctuary remind us of the purity of Christ’s love and victory over death and of the promise of new life. Likewis... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7901201#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7901201 Baptism,,Solo:,Michael,Sheaffer,,Brass,Quintet,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0400 Samuel Gunter As people we are fickle and unfaithful. The Palms that will later be turned to the ashes we use on Ash Wednesday are stark reminders of this. In spite of all our unfaithfulness, Jesus is walking His road bringing faithfulness to our unfaithfulness. As people we are fickle and unfaithful. The Palms that will later be turned to the ashes we use on Ash Wednesday are stark reminders of this. In spite of all our unfaithfulness, Jesus is walking His road bringing faithfulness to our unfaithfulness. Samuel Gunter http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7801499#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7801499 Palm,Sunday,,faithfulness,,Ash,Wednesday,,Incarnation Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a young ass in a hilarious bit of street theater. Jesus' triumphal entry is a subversion of the imperial claims to power and authority. A donkey instead of a war horse. A defeated "king" instead of a victorious ... Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a young ass in a hilarious bit of street theater. Jesus' triumphal entry is a subversion of the imperial claims to power and authority. A donkey instead of a war horse. A defeated "king" instead of a victorious ... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7801567#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7801567 fool,,,Palm,Sunday,,messiah,,subversion Sun, 24 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary waving palm branches. These remin... Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary waving palm branches. These remin... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7761482#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7761482 Children's,Handbells,,Nova,,Carillon,Ringers,,Children's,Choirs,,Children's,Choirs,,Sanctuary,Choir,,,,Palm,Sunday,,Pastoral,Residents Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Our opening hymn today, “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” is one of hundreds of hymns written by Charles Wesley who, along with his brother John Wesley, became one of Christendom’s most prolific hymn authors. A hallmark of the Wesley brothers�... Our opening hymn today, “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” is one of hundreds of hymns written by Charles Wesley who, along with his brother John Wesley, became one of Christendom’s most prolific hymn authors. A hallmark of the Wesley brothers�... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7599123#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7599123 Baptism,,Missions,Interview,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason When Mary anoints Jesus with costly perfume, Judas fumes that it makes no sense,that the cents, so to speak, should have been used for the relief of the poor, that this is a waste of money. Jesus blesses her extravagant generosity. He shows the sensib... When Mary anoints Jesus with costly perfume, Judas fumes that it makes no sense,that the cents, so to speak, should have been used for the relief of the poor, that this is a waste of money. Jesus blesses her extravagant generosity. He shows the sensib... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7761383#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7761383 generosity,,blessing,,love,,poor,,giving Sun, 10 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason The parable of the Prodigal Son depicts a God who loves unconditionally and forgives unreservedly. This God is not preoccupied with settling scores, defending divine honor, or protecting the reputation of heaven. This is no self-respecting God. This G... The parable of the Prodigal Son depicts a God who loves unconditionally and forgives unreservedly. This God is not preoccupied with settling scores, defending divine honor, or protecting the reputation of heaven. This is no self-respecting God. This G... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7562083#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7562083 love,,forgiveness,,self-respect,,pride,,repentance Sun, 10 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the fourth Sunday in the season of Lent. Each Sunday of this season, we extinguish a candle in the Lenten wreath, indicating the coming darkness of Christ’s betrayal and crucifixion. The Sanctuary shutters are closed to further remind us of... Today is the fourth Sunday in the season of Lent. Each Sunday of this season, we extinguish a candle in the Lenten wreath, indicating the coming darkness of Christ’s betrayal and crucifixion. The Sanctuary shutters are closed to further remind us of... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7421360#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7421360 Wilshire,Winds,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Instead of searching for answers to why some people experience tragedy and sudden death and assuming it’s because God is selectively punish sinners, Jesus offers a different approach that Paul states similarly: God is at work in every tragedy to get... Instead of searching for answers to why some people experience tragedy and sudden death and assuming it’s because God is selectively punish sinners, Jesus offers a different approach that Paul states similarly: God is at work in every tragedy to get... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7342896#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7342896 evangelism,,repentance,,,death,,salvation,,fruit Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason We sing this morning a hymn that is relatively new to Wilshire but that quickly has become one of the most popular new hymns in the wider Christian community. “Come, Share the Lord” was written in 1984 by Bryan Jeffery Leech, a native of Buckhurst... We sing this morning a hymn that is relatively new to Wilshire but that quickly has become one of the most popular new hymns in the wider Christian community. “Come, Share the Lord” was written in 1984 by Bryan Jeffery Leech, a native of Buckhurst... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7300531#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7300531 Lord's,Supper,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 24 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the second Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, ... Today is the second Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7204922#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7204922 Carillon,Ringers,,Shekinah,Youth,Choir,Ensemble,,Youth,Choir,Reflections,by,Taubert,Nadalini,,Sanctuary,Choir,anthem Sun, 24 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason The life God calls us to requires perseverance. Following Christ means adopting his mission, mentality, and method. We need perspective about where our true citizenship lies, and persistence to fight through the temptation to be diverted from our goal. The life God calls us to requires perseverance. Following Christ means adopting his mission, mentality, and method. We need perspective about where our true citizenship lies, and persistence to fight through the temptation to be diverted from our goal. George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7222140#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7222140 discipleship,,perseverance,,focus,,persistence,,strength Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the first Sunday in the season of Lent, a time of reflection and meditation and confession in the worldwide church. In this season, we consider the gathering darkness as Christ heads toward arrest, betrayal and death. The Sanctuary shutters a... Today is the first Sunday in the season of Lent, a time of reflection and meditation and confession in the worldwide church. In this season, we consider the gathering darkness as Christ heads toward arrest, betrayal and death. The Sanctuary shutters a... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7031293#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7031293 Baptism,,Children's,Moment,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 17 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Moses told the Israelites that “when” they entered the land, they should give thanks to God with their first fruits and remember where they came from. The Devil tempted Jesus three times using the conditional word “if.” Christian practices mus... Moses told the Israelites that “when” they entered the land, they should give thanks to God with their first fruits and remember where they came from. The Devil tempted Jesus three times using the conditional word “if.” Christian practices mus... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7073029#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/7073029 Lent,,trust,,discipline,,promises,,promises,,abundance Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Austin Almaguer We all have secrets. They can be shocking, silly, or soulful. We learn from Paul that God is always at work through the Spirit to help us share our secret fears, anxieties, and doubts so that we can live openly, honestly, and freely. So we can be the ... We all have secrets. They can be shocking, silly, or soulful. We learn from Paul that God is always at work through the Spirit to help us share our secret fears, anxieties, and doubts so that we can live openly, honestly, and freely. So we can be the ... Austin Almaguer http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6922300#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6922300 secrets,,truth,,freedom,,honesty Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Annette Thornburg While appearances may be deceiving, our actions are always revealing. Transfiguration Sunday marks the transition from the season of Epiphany into the beginning of Lent. It's easy to get distracted by the mountain top experience with all its theatrics... While appearances may be deceiving, our actions are always revealing. Transfiguration Sunday marks the transition from the season of Epiphany into the beginning of Lent. It's easy to get distracted by the mountain top experience with all its theatrics... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6923610#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6923610 Transfiguration,,transformation,,appearances,,service Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Annette Thornburg Our opening hymn this morning, “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah,” is among more than 900 hymns written by the Welsh pastor William Williams. Converted by the preaching of a fervent Welsh evangelist in the 18th century, Williams was ordained in the ... Our opening hymn this morning, “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah,” is among more than 900 hymns written by the Welsh pastor William Williams. Converted by the preaching of a fervent Welsh evangelist in the 18th century, Williams was ordained in the ... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6901709#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6901709 Wilshire,Winds,,Missions,Interview,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Residents Sun, 03 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is Souper Bowl Sunday at Wilshire. All are invited to Community Hall between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for a continuous soup buffet. Lunch is free, but a donation is requested to the Texas Baptist Hunger Offering. This hunger offering is administere... Today is Souper Bowl Sunday at Wilshire. All are invited to Community Hall between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for a continuous soup buffet. Lunch is free, but a donation is requested to the Texas Baptist Hunger Offering. This hunger offering is administere... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6765969#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6765969 Lord's,Supper,,Kyle,Matthews,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 03 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason The Christian life moves from action to reflection, from practice to transformation. We start out serving soup at ashelter, for instance, and we end up the kind of nuts who seem eccentric to the world ourselves. Love moves us deeper into relationship ... The Christian life moves from action to reflection, from practice to transformation. We start out serving soup at ashelter, for instance, and we end up the kind of nuts who seem eccentric to the world ourselves. Love moves us deeper into relationship ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6880223#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6880223 love,,service,,mission,,caring,,hunger Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Samuel Gunter Even though the Bible can be the source of our unity, it can be a pretty confusing source. It is a book that demands interpretation and your pastor can help with that. But we are the body of Christ – elbows, eyes and legs – and we need each other ... Even though the Bible can be the source of our unity, it can be a pretty confusing source. It is a book that demands interpretation and your pastor can help with that. But we are the body of Christ – elbows, eyes and legs – and we need each other ... Samuel Gunter http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6671929#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6671929 Scripture,,interpretation,,Sunday,School,,argument Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 John Jay Alvaro The metaphor of the church as a body seems quaint at first blush, something easily relatable. But Paul takes the familiar metaphor and flips its meaning by elevating the "weaker" members of the community. Yet too often our churches yearn for... The metaphor of the church as a body seems quaint at first blush, something easily relatable. But Paul takes the familiar metaphor and flips its meaning by elevating the "weaker" members of the community. Yet too often our churches yearn for... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6671565#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6671565 body,,church,,disability,,vision,,egalitarian Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 Samuel Gunter We welcome into the life of the congregation today Matthew Lee Ward, son of Bryan and Daon Ward. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Matthew in the nurture and admonition of the Lord so that when he reache... We welcome into the life of the congregation today Matthew Lee Ward, son of Bryan and Daon Ward. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Matthew in the nurture and admonition of the Lord so that when he reache... Samuel Gunter http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6637145#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6637145 Carillon,Ringers,,Interview,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Resident Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason When Jesus turns water into wine, he removes the shame of a host who has failed socially by allowing the wine to run out. But more than that, Jesus reveals the character of God, who is never stingy with grace. God's self-giving in Jesus is seen most p... When Jesus turns water into wine, he removes the shame of a host who has failed socially by allowing the wine to run out. But more than that, Jesus reveals the character of God, who is never stingy with grace. God's self-giving in Jesus is seen most p... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6521234#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6521234 grace,,shame,,giving,,abundance,,hope Sun, 20 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason We welcome the South Main Baptist Church Youth Choir from Houston, Texas, joining with our own Wilshire Youth Choir to lead us in worship. <p> The tunes associated with some traditional hymn texts were adopted because they were familiar folk t... We welcome the South Main Baptist Church Youth Choir from Houston, Texas, joining with our own Wilshire Youth Choir to lead us in worship. <p> The tunes associated with some traditional hymn texts were adopted because they were familiar folk t... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6479842#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6479842 South,Main,Baptist,Youth,Choir,,Wilshire,Baptist,Youth,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason This morning, Wilshire ordains new deacons as an integral part of our worship experience. The ordination, or setting aside, of individuals for special service is an act of the church as a body. Through the committee process, and based upon input for a... This morning, Wilshire ordains new deacons as an integral part of our worship experience. The ordination, or setting aside, of individuals for special service is an act of the church as a body. Through the committee process, and based upon input for a... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6358992#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6358992 Deacon,Ordination,,Affirmation,of,Baptism Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Jesus’ baptism conveyed and confirmed his identity as the messiah, the suffering servant of Israel. It was the beginning of his public ministry. By his baptism, he identified with sinners and pledged allegiance to God’s kingdom above all else. Our... Jesus’ baptism conveyed and confirmed his identity as the messiah, the suffering servant of Israel. It was the beginning of his public ministry. By his baptism, he identified with sinners and pledged allegiance to God’s kingdom above all else. Our... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6381789#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6381789 baptism,,identity,,mission,,loyalty,,faithfulness Sun, 06 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason The coming of the wise men from the East signifies at the very start of Jesus’ life the successful inclusion of the Gentiles into the redemptive story of God that begins with Israel. The gospel doesn’t go to the Gentiles only as a plan B, after th... The coming of the wise men from the East signifies at the very start of Jesus’ life the successful inclusion of the Gentiles into the redemptive story of God that begins with Israel. The gospel doesn’t go to the Gentiles only as a plan B, after th... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6262310#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6262310 Wise,men,,epiphany,,inclusion,,,mission,,light Sun, 06 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is Epiphany Sunday, the culmination of the Christmas season. The term “epiphany” means “to show” or “to make known” or even “to reveal.” In Western churches, it remembers the coming of the magi bringing gifts to visit the Christ ... Today is Epiphany Sunday, the culmination of the Christmas season. The term “epiphany” means “to show” or “to make known” or even “to reveal.” In Western churches, it remembers the coming of the magi bringing gifts to visit the Christ ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6239695#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6239695 Coming,of,the,Magi,,Lord's,Supper,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 30 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Where are the wise men? Today is the first Sunday after Christmas, but it’s not yet Epiphany, the day on which the Christian church remembers the visit of the magi to the Christ child. That’s why the nativity on the chancel today shows all the fig... Where are the wise men? Today is the first Sunday after Christmas, but it’s not yet Epiphany, the day on which the Christian church remembers the visit of the magi to the Christ child. That’s why the nativity on the chancel today shows all the fig... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6111594#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6111594 First,Sunday,after,Christmas,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Interview,with,James,Perry Sun, 30 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Jesus was born of a virgin as the Son of God, but like all the rest of us he had to learn who he was in a way the rest of us do. If we are going to find out who we are and what our vocation in life is, we are going to have to adopt Jesus’ way of lea... Jesus was born of a virgin as the Son of God, but like all the rest of us he had to learn who he was in a way the rest of us do. If we are going to find out who we are and what our vocation in life is, we are going to have to adopt Jesus’ way of lea... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6258029#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6258029 identity,,formation,,vocation,,family,,family,,church Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Christmas Eve Liturgical service Christmas Eve Liturgical service George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6020921#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6020921 Christmas,carols,,Christmas,Homily,,Lord's,Supper,,Student,Choir Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Samuel Gunter Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent, the season of the church year in which we anticipate the birth of Jesus, the promised Messiah. In this period each year, the church re-enacts the millennia of waiting for God’s promised salvation and remembers t... Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent, the season of the church year in which we anticipate the birth of Jesus, the promised Messiah. In this period each year, the church re-enacts the millennia of waiting for God’s promised salvation and remembers t... Samuel Gunter http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5983401#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5983401 ,Low,Brass,Ensemble,,Baptism,,Children's,Moment,,Affirmation,of,Baptism Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Samuel Gunter Mary's song gives us our last prophetic word about the significance of Jesus before his birth and that is an uncomfortable word about power and hunger. How can Wilshire, a place of so much wealth, sing this Gospel song? What would it mean for our lives? Mary's song gives us our last prophetic word about the significance of Jesus before his birth and that is an uncomfortable word about power and hunger. How can Wilshire, a place of so much wealth, sing this Gospel song? What would it mean for our lives? Samuel Gunter http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6003135#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6003135 Magnificat,,Incarnation,,Lowly,,Hungry,,,New,Creation Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Annette Thornburg Mary’s Song, or the Magnificat, in Luke 1:46-55 is not a meek and mild little lullaby. Rather, it’s a revolutionary anthem that calls us to live in the new reality of Christ. Because this new reality of Christ has allowed us all to become God's ch... Mary’s Song, or the Magnificat, in Luke 1:46-55 is not a meek and mild little lullaby. Rather, it’s a revolutionary anthem that calls us to live in the new reality of Christ. Because this new reality of Christ has allowed us all to become God's ch... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6002918#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/6002918 Magnificat,,Mary,,heart,,Christ,,revolutionary Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason This morning's worship takes a slightly different course than most weeks at Wilshire. As part of our Advent focus on "the glory of the Lord," we hear most of the Christmas portion of George Frederic Handel's Messiah. Messiah is an oratorio, ... This morning's worship takes a slightly different course than most weeks at Wilshire. As part of our Advent focus on "the glory of the Lord," we hear most of the Christmas portion of George Frederic Handel's Messiah. Messiah is an oratorio, ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5854816#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5854816 Handel,,Messiah,,Sanctuary,Choir,, Sun, 09 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason The second Sunday of Advent theme is peace and the candle is for Bethlehem. But how are we to conceive of the peace that the child of Bethlehem brings? We are told to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, but today those who live in Bethlehem would like th... The second Sunday of Advent theme is peace and the candle is for Bethlehem. But how are we to conceive of the peace that the child of Bethlehem brings? We are told to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, but today those who live in Bethlehem would like th... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5757847#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5757847 peace,,justice,,forgiveness,,righteousness,,freedom Sun, 09 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the second Sunday in the season of Advent. The word “Advent” means “coming” and refers to our re-enactment of the anticipation around the birth of the Messiah as well as our ongoing expectation that the Messiah will once again return ... Today is the second Sunday in the season of Advent. The word “Advent” means “coming” and refers to our re-enactment of the anticipation around the birth of the Messiah as well as our ongoing expectation that the Messiah will once again return ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5724236#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5724236 Wilshire,Winds,,Baptism,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Second,Sunday,of,Advent Sun, 02 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Handel’s Messiah begins with the prophecy from Isaiah to the Southern Kingdom of Judah that is in exile in Babylon. It’s a word of comfort and hope for the future. This is repeated in Luke’s gospel in reference to John the Baptist. Prophecy has ... Handel’s Messiah begins with the prophecy from Isaiah to the Southern Kingdom of Judah that is in exile in Babylon. It’s a word of comfort and hope for the future. This is repeated in Luke’s gospel in reference to John the Baptist. Prophecy has ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5608849#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5608849 comfort,,glory,,prophecy,,fulfillment,,hope Sun, 02 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Doug Haney Hanging of the Green kicks off the festive part of the Advent season at Wilshire this Sunday evening, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. <p> This year’s program bears a number of unique Wilshire influences, ranging from the musicians to... Hanging of the Green kicks off the festive part of the Advent season at Wilshire this Sunday evening, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. <p> This year’s program bears a number of unique Wilshire influences, ranging from the musicians to... Doug Haney http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5609581#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5609581 Sanctuary,Choir,,Youth,Choir,,Shekinah,,Nova,,Nova,,Carillon,Ringers,,Wilshire,Winds Sun, 02 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the first Sunday in the season of Advent. The word “Advent” means “coming” and refers to our re-enactment of the anticipation around the birth of the Messiah as well as our ongoing expectation that the Messiah will once again return t... Today is the first Sunday in the season of Advent. The word “Advent” means “coming” and refers to our re-enactment of the anticipation around the birth of the Messiah as well as our ongoing expectation that the Messiah will once again return t... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5593056#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5593056 First,Sunday,of,Advent,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Austin Almaguer Description: In a world of endless gray, Christ’s words of grace bring color. We are invited to be a part of new way of looking at the world. We no longer define our self worth by what we can do or accomplish but by whom we choose to listen to. Description: In a world of endless gray, Christ’s words of grace bring color. We are invited to be a part of new way of looking at the world. We no longer define our self worth by what we can do or accomplish but by whom we choose to listen to. Austin Almaguer http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5469960#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5469960 kingdom,,color,,hearing,,sight,,grace,,acceptance Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0500 John Jay Alvaro This is the last Sunday of the Church year, which we call Christ the King Sunday. It is a kind of ending that makes way for another beginning. Revelation demands that we put on apocalyptic eyes so we see correctly who is Lord of creation. We may not h... This is the last Sunday of the Church year, which we call Christ the King Sunday. It is a kind of ending that makes way for another beginning. Revelation demands that we put on apocalyptic eyes so we see correctly who is Lord of creation. We may not h... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5470361#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5470361 Rapture,,grace,,peace,,kingdom Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0500 John Jay Alvaro We welcome into the life of the church this morning Emory Claire Rose, daughter of Patrick and Sarah Rose. Through this dedication, the family and the church pledge together to raise Emory in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that when she re... We welcome into the life of the church this morning Emory Claire Rose, daughter of Patrick and Sarah Rose. Through this dedication, the family and the church pledge together to raise Emory in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that when she re... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5429448#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5429448 Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Residents,,Family,Dedication Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason We owe great debts to God for what we receive of God’s grace. We are obligated to pay our debts of taxes to the government, honor and respect to those in authority, tithes to the church, and love to one another. All of these we do out of duty, but t... We owe great debts to God for what we receive of God’s grace. We are obligated to pay our debts of taxes to the government, honor and respect to those in authority, tithes to the church, and love to one another. All of these we do out of duty, but t... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5423697#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5423697 debts,,honor,,giving,,tithes,,love Sun, 18 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason 25th Sunday After Pentecost / Thanksgiving<P> What We Owe <P> Romans 13:1-8<P> We owe great debts to God for what we receive of God’s grace. We are obligated to pay our debts of taxes ... 25th Sunday After Pentecost / Thanksgiving<P> What We Owe <P> Romans 13:1-8<P> We owe great debts to God for what we receive of God’s grace. We are obligated to pay our debts of taxes ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5264791#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5264791 debts,honor,giving,tithes Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Charles Campbell God calls the whole church, not just preachers, to be prophets. We are to speak as the Spirit inspires us to speak, always in love and for the building up of the church. God calls the whole church, not just preachers, to be prophets. We are to speak as the Spirit inspires us to speak, always in love and for the building up of the church. Charles Campbell http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5242084#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5242084 prophets,,prophesy,,love,,diversity,,community Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Charles Campbell We welcome to the Wilshire pulpit this morning Charles Campbell, professor of homiletics at Duke Divinity School. He also will speak this afternoon at 2 p.m., at the ordination of John Jay Alvaro. Charles is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Ch... We welcome to the Wilshire pulpit this morning Charles Campbell, professor of homiletics at Duke Divinity School. He also will speak this afternoon at 2 p.m., at the ordination of John Jay Alvaro. Charles is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Ch... Charles Campbell http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5135706#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5135706 Wilshire,Winds,,Nova Sun, 04 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason On All Saint’s Sunday, we take comfort in the declaration in Revelation that God is the “Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.” But what about the time in the middle, the “Beta through Psi,” if you will? When Jesus raised Lazarus h... On All Saint’s Sunday, we take comfort in the declaration in Revelation that God is the “Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.” But what about the time in the middle, the “Beta through Psi,” if you will? When Jesus raised Lazarus h... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5065080#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5065080 saints,,resurrection,,hope,,eternity,,present Sun, 04 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is All Saints Day, an annual commemoration in the Christian church of those who have gone before us and are now part of what the author of Hebrews calls the "great cloud of witnesses." The tradition of this observance dates to the firs... Today is All Saints Day, an annual commemoration in the Christian church of those who have gone before us and are now part of what the author of Hebrews calls the "great cloud of witnesses." The tradition of this observance dates to the firs... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5010391#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/5010391 Musical,Reflection:,Sarah,Stafford,&,Brian,Stinecipher,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 28 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Imagine the stately appearance of a castle on the German countryside and you’ll have some notion of the imagery Martin Luther hoped to evoke with his hymn “A Mighty Fortress is Our God.” The German monk no doubt envisioned the fortress of the m... Imagine the stately appearance of a castle on the German countryside and you’ll have some notion of the imagery Martin Luther hoped to evoke with his hymn “A Mighty Fortress is Our God.” The German monk no doubt envisioned the fortress of the m... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4891766#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4891766 Reformation,Sunday,,Evensong,Ensemble,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 21 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Jesus is a sympathetic priest who lives to serve rather than to be served. He calls us to do the same. For all our emphasis on leadership these days, we have to remember that our first duty is to follow Jesus. If we lead like Jesus, we will not worry ... Jesus is a sympathetic priest who lives to serve rather than to be served. He calls us to do the same. For all our emphasis on leadership these days, we have to remember that our first duty is to follow Jesus. If we lead like Jesus, we will not worry ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4864850#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4864850 greatness,,leadership,,humility,,service,,discipleship Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost <P> Joining Wilshire’s Sanctuary Choir this morning are members of the Chorale from Trinity Baptist Church in San Antonio. Earlier this fall, Wilshire’s choir members traveled to San Antonio to participa... Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost <P> Joining Wilshire’s Sanctuary Choir this morning are members of the Chorale from Trinity Baptist Church in San Antonio. Earlier this fall, Wilshire’s choir members traveled to San Antonio to participa... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4627755#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4627755 Carillon,Ringers,,Baptism,,Sanctuary,Choir,and,Trinity,Chorale,,Family,Dedication Sun, 14 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Jesus confronts us as he did the rich man about giving up everything that keeps us from following him into eternal life. The demand is large, to the point where we think it impossible. But if we get small enough and empty enough for God to be able to ... Jesus confronts us as he did the rich man about giving up everything that keeps us from following him into eternal life. The demand is large, to the point where we think it impossible. But if we get small enough and empty enough for God to be able to ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4563922#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4563922 salvation,,eternal,life,,wealth,,discipleship,,possessions Sun, 14 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason We welcome into the life of the church today Adeline Camille Prewett, daughter of Camille and Scott Prewett. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Adeline in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that w... We welcome into the life of the church today Adeline Camille Prewett, daughter of Camille and Scott Prewett. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Adeline in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that w... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4537524#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4537524 Wilshire,Winds,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 07 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Austin Almaguer We welcome to the Wilshire pulpit today first-year pastoral residents Samuel Gunter and Austin Almaguer. The pastoral residency brings recent seminary or divinity school graduates to Wilshire for two years of practical training in local church ministr... We welcome to the Wilshire pulpit today first-year pastoral residents Samuel Gunter and Austin Almaguer. The pastoral residency brings recent seminary or divinity school graduates to Wilshire for two years of practical training in local church ministr... Austin Almaguer http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4285698#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4285698 Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Residents,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 30 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Peter Marty Jesus tells his disciples to stand down when they want to dismiss a man who has been healing in Jesus' name but is not part of their band of followers. Jesus uses extreme imagery to show that we do better to work on ourselves and our salvation than to... Jesus tells his disciples to stand down when they want to dismiss a man who has been healing in Jesus' name but is not part of their band of followers. Jesus uses extreme imagery to show that we do better to work on ourselves and our salvation than to... Peter Marty http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4089606#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4089606 judgment,,grace,,acceptance,,self-righteousness,,peacemaking Sun, 30 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 Peter Marty Our pulpit guest this morning is Peter Marty, senior pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa. In addition to speaking and preaching frequently at colleges, churches and conferences across the country, he has authored many articles and bo... Our pulpit guest this morning is Peter Marty, senior pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa. In addition to speaking and preaching frequently at colleges, churches and conferences across the country, he has authored many articles and bo... Peter Marty http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4061998#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/4061998 Baptism:,Russell,Buehrle,,Family,Dedication:,Greta,and,Russell,Buehrle,with,Lillian,Alyce,(Lily),,Carillon,Ringers Sun, 23 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason As much as authentic faith is to be lived with and for others, it also requires a rich and honest interior life with God. Wisdom is the first fruit of this richness, and that wisdom amounts to the defeat of worldliness by godliness. James’ way of sa... As much as authentic faith is to be lived with and for others, it also requires a rich and honest interior life with God. Wisdom is the first fruit of this richness, and that wisdom amounts to the defeat of worldliness by godliness. James’ way of sa... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3928111#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3928111 godliness,,true,religion,,confession,,authenticity,,spiritual,growth Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason We welcome into the life of the church this morning Weston Sherman Carter, son of Amy and Matt Carter. Through today’s dedication, the family and the congregation join together in pledging to raise Weston in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, s... We welcome into the life of the church this morning Weston Sherman Carter, son of Amy and Matt Carter. Through today’s dedication, the family and the congregation join together in pledging to raise Weston in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, s... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3913464#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3913464 Children's,Moment,,Youth,Choir,,Affirmation,of,Baptism,,Family,Dedication Sun, 16 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason The letter of James is best known for this often-misunderstood passage about the relationship between faith and works,where he appears to contradict Paul’s teaching of justification though faith alone (or maybe Paul through Luther…). But is this s... The letter of James is best known for this often-misunderstood passage about the relationship between faith and works,where he appears to contradict Paul’s teaching of justification though faith alone (or maybe Paul through Luther…). But is this s... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3823380#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3823380 faith,,works,,fruit,,justice,,righteousness Sun, 16 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason This morning we welcome into the life of the congregation Edward “Teddy” Hurt, son of T.J. and Ellen Hurt, and Lillian Elise Brashear, daughter of Brian and Jonna Brashear. Through today’s dedications, the congregation and the families join toge... This morning we welcome into the life of the congregation Edward “Teddy” Hurt, son of T.J. and Ellen Hurt, and Lillian Elise Brashear, daughter of Brian and Jonna Brashear. Through today’s dedications, the congregation and the families join toge... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3731009#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3731009 Sanctuary,Choir,anthem:,Amazing,Grace,,Family,Dedication Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost<P> True Religion is…Out the Window <P> James 1:17-27 (lection from 9/2)<P> For James, true religion—true discipleship—is much more than a mental concession or emotional exer... Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost<P> True Religion is…Out the Window <P> James 1:17-27 (lection from 9/2)<P> For James, true religion—true discipleship—is much more than a mental concession or emotional exer... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3615321#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3615321 true,religion,social,justice,authentic,faith,discernment Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason For James, true religion—true discipleship—is much more than a mental concession or emotional exercise. It is a way of being and moving in the world. Mere “hearers of the word,” he says, are like those who “look at themselves in the mirror.�... For James, true religion—true discipleship—is much more than a mental concession or emotional exercise. It is a way of being and moving in the world. Mere “hearers of the word,” he says, are like those who “look at themselves in the mirror.�... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3680381#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3680381 true,religion,,social,justice,,authentic,faith,,discernment,,discernment,,action Sun, 02 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro The Song of Songs makes its only appearance in the lectionary this Sunday, challenging us to encounter the beauty of our bodies in communion with one another, and with God. Though interpretive history of the Song has focused on its allegorical reading... The Song of Songs makes its only appearance in the lectionary this Sunday, challenging us to encounter the beauty of our bodies in communion with one another, and with God. Though interpretive history of the Song has focused on its allegorical reading... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3501877#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3501877 Lectionary,,intimacy,,bodies,,communion,,allegory Sun, 02 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Most Sundays, sermons at Wilshire are drawn from biblical texts given in the Lectionary. The Lectionary is a three-year schedule of Scripture readings followed by many Christian bodies worldwide. Each week’s lection offers an Old Testament reading, ... Most Sundays, sermons at Wilshire are drawn from biblical texts given in the Lectionary. The Lectionary is a three-year schedule of Scripture readings followed by many Christian bodies worldwide. Each week’s lection offers an Old Testament reading, ... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3419774#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3419774 Baptism,,Sanctuary,Choir,anthem,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason We welcome to the life of the church this morning Evelyn Leona Yeager, daughter of Landon and Heather Yeager. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Evie in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that whe... We welcome to the life of the church this morning Evelyn Leona Yeager, daughter of Landon and Heather Yeager. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Evie in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that whe... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3288018#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3288018 Travis,Boone,Hopson,Evelyn,Yeager Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason The Christian life requires that we follow the Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. How we serve best depends upon our serving in accordance with the gifts of the Holy Spirit given to each individually, as God has willed, and for the sake o... The Christian life requires that we follow the Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. How we serve best depends upon our serving in accordance with the gifts of the Holy Spirit given to each individually, as God has willed, and for the sake o... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3297522#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3297522 service,,spiritual,gifts,,strengths,,sacrifice,,discipleship Sun, 19 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Wilshire introduces a new occasional element of worship this morning in the rite of remembering baptism. Fashioned after the observance of the Baptism of Our Lord Sunday, in which congregants are invited to dip their fingers in bowls of water and reme... Wilshire introduces a new occasional element of worship this morning in the rite of remembering baptism. Fashioned after the observance of the Baptism of Our Lord Sunday, in which congregants are invited to dip their fingers in bowls of water and reme... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3173884#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3173884 Baptism,,Interview,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison The English language does no favors for modern readers of the Bible and our hyper-individualized understanding of faith. It's hard to know when the "you" is plural in Scripture! The truth is that most of the time it is plural, and that shoul... The English language does no favors for modern readers of the Bible and our hyper-individualized understanding of faith. It's hard to know when the "you" is plural in Scripture! The truth is that most of the time it is plural, and that shoul... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3049367#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3049367 Christian,life,,service,,community Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison Our opening hymn this morning, “Children of the Heavenly Father,” was written by a 26-year-old Swedish woman after the tragic death of her father, who fell over the rail of a ship and drowned. Lina Sandell’s father had been a Lutheran pastor. Li... Our opening hymn this morning, “Children of the Heavenly Father,” was written by a 26-year-old Swedish woman after the tragic death of her father, who fell over the rail of a ship and drowned. Lina Sandell’s father had been a Lutheran pastor. Li... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3030426#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/3030426 Sanctuary,Choir,,Interview,, Sun, 05 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today’s communion music features two original compositions by Garrett Wingfield, who grew up at Wilshire and was shaped by the music ministry from an early age. He is a junior music composition major at Texas Christian University, where he also play... Today’s communion music features two original compositions by Garrett Wingfield, who grew up at Wilshire and was shaped by the music ministry from an early age. He is a junior music composition major at Texas Christian University, where he also play... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2821350#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2821350 Garrett,Wingfield,Ritter,Betty,Woodring/Kim,Temple,Transgressive,Compassive Sun, 29 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason The Sanctuary Choir this morning sings an adaptation of a hymn text dating to 1738, penned by Charles Wesley. A true story from the American Civil War illustrates the power of music to change lives. Levi Hefner, a Confederate courier, was sent one nig... The Sanctuary Choir this morning sings an adaptation of a hymn text dating to 1738, penned by Charles Wesley. A true story from the American Civil War illustrates the power of music to change lives. Levi Hefner, a Confederate courier, was sent one nig... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2677325#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2677325 Sanctuary,Choir,,Children's,Moment Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Annette Thornburg Why are we singing a Thanksgiving hymn in the middle of summer? Because it’s not really a hymn about the American holiday called Thanksgiving. “We Gather Together” is an anonymous Dutch hymn first published in the Netherlands in 1626 and then fo... Why are we singing a Thanksgiving hymn in the middle of summer? Because it’s not really a hymn about the American holiday called Thanksgiving. “We Gather Together” is an anonymous Dutch hymn first published in the Netherlands in 1626 and then fo... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2602857#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2602857 Youth,Camp,interview,,Musical,Meditation:,The,Color,Song Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Annette Thornburg We are charged to be like Christ. This is who we are. Anything else is a lie and leads to hostility. Christ is our peace in what he taught and how he loved. He is our peace in how he lived, how he died, and how he lives in us. We are to carry the p... We are charged to be like Christ. This is who we are. Anything else is a lie and leads to hostility. Christ is our peace in what he taught and how he loved. He is our peace in how he lived, how he died, and how he lives in us. We are to carry the p... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2611709#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2611709 Jesus,Christ,,peace,,justice Sun, 15 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Fifty-eight children participated last week in Wilshire’s annual MusiCamp, led by Sarah Stafford and a team of volunteers. The elementary-age children learned the musical “Old Testament Fast Forward,” which they will present in the Sanctuary to... Fifty-eight children participated last week in Wilshire’s annual MusiCamp, led by Sarah Stafford and a team of volunteers. The elementary-age children learned the musical “Old Testament Fast Forward,” which they will present in the Sanctuary to... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2600239#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2600239 Baptism,Norma,Dickey,Isabella,Dickey,Mark,Blackwood,Amazing,Grace Sun, 08 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine, our middle hymn this morning, is one of the most beloved hymns of the American Christian church. The text was written by the prolific poet Fanny Crosby in 1873. She wrote these words to complete a new tune written by ... Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine, our middle hymn this morning, is one of the most beloved hymns of the American Christian church. The text was written by the prolific poet Fanny Crosby in 1873. She wrote these words to complete a new tune written by ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2596829#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2596829 Prelude,Luke,Wingfield,,trumpet,Children’s,Moment,Scott,Dickison,Anthem,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Jesus heals two people in unexpectedly related ways by his touches of grace. He is no respecter of persons: he raises from death the daughter of a socially prominent religious leader, and he heals an unnamed woman from a socially embarrassing illness.... Jesus heals two people in unexpectedly related ways by his touches of grace. He is no respecter of persons: he raises from death the daughter of a socially prominent religious leader, and he heals an unnamed woman from a socially embarrassing illness.... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2596679#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2596679 healing,,faith,,grace,,community,,inclusion Sun, 24 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro What must we do to change the world, to set things right, to enact reconciliation? Paul's pronouncement is that we do not have to do anything. We must simply be a reconciled people. God has already done the work in Christ. Therefore we are no longer s... What must we do to change the world, to set things right, to enact reconciliation? Paul's pronouncement is that we do not have to do anything. We must simply be a reconciled people. God has already done the work in Christ. Therefore we are no longer s... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2591369#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2591369 reconciliation,,sin,,Good,News,,enemies,,New,World Sun, 24 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Our Youth Choir has just returned from a week of singing and service in Chicago. The choir will present its full home concert tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. All are invited to hear the choir and learn about the mission work they have done. &l... Our Youth Choir has just returned from a week of singing and service in Chicago. The choir will present its full home concert tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. All are invited to hear the choir and learn about the mission work they have done. &l... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2590242#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2590242 Baptism,,Men’s,Ensemble,/,Men’s,Chorus,,Interview,with,Bill,Wilson,, Sun, 17 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason A new self, a new family, and a new world: the work of the Holy Spirit is remaking of the whole of creation. From the vantage point of Christ, you can see the new creation coming into being. We are called to live into it, as all things are becoming new. A new self, a new family, and a new world: the work of the Holy Spirit is remaking of the whole of creation. From the vantage point of Christ, you can see the new creation coming into being. We are called to live into it, as all things are becoming new. George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2589325#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2589325 Spirit,,world,,new,,creation,,transformation Sun, 17 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason This morning we welcome into the life of the church Caleb Andrew Fragapane and Asher Luke Fragapane, sons of Mark and Madonna Fragapane. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Caleb and Asher in the nurture a... This morning we welcome into the life of the church Caleb Andrew Fragapane and Asher Luke Fragapane, sons of Mark and Madonna Fragapane. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation pledge together to raise Caleb and Asher in the nurture a... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2582540#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2582540 VBS,presentation,,Women’s,Ensemble,/,Treble,Chorus,,Family,Dedication Sun, 10 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason A new self means also a new family, the church. Jesus defines our life by ourbeing part of the family of God, which consists of those who do the will of his Father. The church becomes the first family that qualifies the family of flesh. A new self means also a new family, the church. Jesus defines our life by ourbeing part of the family of God, which consists of those who do the will of his Father. The church becomes the first family that qualifies the family of flesh. George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2577869#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2577869 Spirit,,family,,new,,community,,,obedience Sun, 10 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Wilshire's Youth Choir provides leadership in both of this morning's worship services as a means of saying thank you to the congregation for the support given toward the choir's upcoming mission tour to Chicago. Sixty-two students and 14 adult sponso... Wilshire's Youth Choir provides leadership in both of this morning's worship services as a means of saying thank you to the congregation for the support given toward the choir's upcoming mission tour to Chicago. Sixty-two students and 14 adult sponso... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2577080#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2577080 Youth,Choir,,Shekinah,,Wilshire,winds,,concert Sun, 03 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is Trinity Sunday in the liturgical life of the church. We celebrate today in part with white paraments. Nova, Wilshire’s auditioned adult vocal ensemble, presents four choral pieces from the 20th century British church music traditions. The T... Today is Trinity Sunday in the liturgical life of the church. We celebrate today in part with white paraments. Nova, Wilshire’s auditioned adult vocal ensemble, presents four choral pieces from the 20th century British church music traditions. The T... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2575200#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2575200 Lord's,Supper,,Pastoral,Resident,Blessing,,Nova,,New,Song Sun, 03 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason One new work of the Holy Spirit is the gift of a new self. We are no longer debtors to the flesh, but we are now children of God. We are born of the Spirit andadopted heirs of God with Christ. One new work of the Holy Spirit is the gift of a new self. We are no longer debtors to the flesh, but we are now children of God. We are born of the Spirit andadopted heirs of God with Christ. George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2576494#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2576494 Spirit,,self,,person,,new,,heirs Sun, 03 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is Trinity Sunday in the liturgical life of the church. We celebrate today in part with white paraments. Nova, Wilshire’s auditioned adult vocal ensemble, presents four choral pieces from the 20th century British church music traditions. The T... Today is Trinity Sunday in the liturgical life of the church. We celebrate today in part with white paraments. Nova, Wilshire’s auditioned adult vocal ensemble, presents four choral pieces from the 20th century British church music traditions. The T... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2574696#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2574696 Lord's,Supper,,Pastoral,Resident,Blessing,,Nova,,New,Song Sun, 27 May 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison When we're being honest, we often reduce our Holy Trinity to a "Holy Duo:" the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is difficult to grasp—which is why we need Pentecost Sunday. The best way to understand the "gift" of the Spirit a... When we're being honest, we often reduce our Holy Trinity to a "Holy Duo:" the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is difficult to grasp—which is why we need Pentecost Sunday. The best way to understand the "gift" of the Spirit a... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2572752#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2572752 Pentecost,,Holy,Spirit,,gifts,,transformation Sun, 27 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day on which the worldwide Christian church remembers the gift of the Holy Spirit manifested on the Day of Pentecost. To mark this occasion in the church year, the Sanctuary paraments displayed are red, symbolic of the t... Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day on which the worldwide Christian church remembers the gift of the Holy Spirit manifested on the Day of Pentecost. To mark this occasion in the church year, the Sanctuary paraments displayed are red, symbolic of the t... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2572245#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2572245 Carillon,Ringers,,Children's,Moment,,Sanctuary,Choir,anthem Sun, 20 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason The ascension of Jesus begins a period of time between Jesus’s resurrection and his second coming, however conceived. How are his followers then and now supposed to live between times? We live as witnesses with memory and hope in the power of the Ho... The ascension of Jesus begins a period of time between Jesus’s resurrection and his second coming, however conceived. How are his followers then and now supposed to live between times? We live as witnesses with memory and hope in the power of the Ho... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2571352#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2571352 ascension,,witness,,Second,Coming,,Holy,Spirit,,Holy,Spirit,,waiting Sun, 20 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason We welcome into the life of the church this morning Zetta Elizabeth Vickrey, daughter of Garrett and Cameron Vickrey. Through this dedication, the family and the church pledge together to raise Zetta in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that ... We welcome into the life of the church this morning Zetta Elizabeth Vickrey, daughter of Garrett and Cameron Vickrey. Through this dedication, the family and the church pledge together to raise Zetta in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2568025#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2568025 Recognition,of,Graduates,,Youth,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 13 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Love, joy, friendship: these are all qualities that seem antithetical to religion. When applied to faith, they seem more about spirituality than religion, which isidentified more by duty, sacrifice, and slavery. But Jesus puts them together in a way t... Love, joy, friendship: these are all qualities that seem antithetical to religion. When applied to faith, they seem more about spirituality than religion, which isidentified more by duty, sacrifice, and slavery. But Jesus puts them together in a way t... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2564872#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2564872 love,,commandments,,relationship,,friendship,,friendship,,joy Sun, 13 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason As part of our worship this morning, the church commissions eight newly trained Stephen Ministers: Nancy Allender, Patti Baker, Marilyn Bick, Pam Duke, Beverly Faubion, Bob Lydecker, Victoria Powers and Mary Lee Sifford. Through Stephen Ministry, trai... As part of our worship this morning, the church commissions eight newly trained Stephen Ministers: Nancy Allender, Patti Baker, Marilyn Bick, Pam Duke, Beverly Faubion, Bob Lydecker, Victoria Powers and Mary Lee Sifford. Through Stephen Ministry, trai... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2564801#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2564801 Wilshire,Winds,,Commissioning,of,Stephen,Ministers,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 06 May 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Annette Thornburg TBA TBA Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2562804#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2562804 TBA Sun, 06 May 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Annette Thornburg Wilshire observes the Lord’s Supper on the first Sunday of each month. This act, called Communion in the larger Christian community, is a symbolic means of remembering the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood on our behalf. It was mandated by Jesus ... Wilshire observes the Lord’s Supper on the first Sunday of each month. This act, called Communion in the larger Christian community, is a symbolic means of remembering the sacrifice of Christ's body and blood on our behalf. It was mandated by Jesus ... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2561785#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2561785 Prelude:,Peyton,Cabaniss,,Baptism:,Karlee,Langley,,Celebration,of,the,Lord's,Supper,,Choral,Offertory:,Nova Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Mark Wingfield Our senior pastor, George Mason, is leading a trip to Israel this week, in collaboration with Rabbi David Stern of Temple Emanu-El. Today’s service is uniquely structured to include a celebration of favorite hymns new and old. The selection includes... Our senior pastor, George Mason, is leading a trip to Israel this week, in collaboration with Rabbi David Stern of Temple Emanu-El. Today’s service is uniquely structured to include a celebration of favorite hymns new and old. The selection includes... Mark Wingfield http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2558700#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2558700 Hymns,We,Love,,Hymns,of,the,Church,,Hymns,of,the,Heart,,Hymns,of,the,Community Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Second of Two Sermons on Community Second of Two Sermons on Community George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2559283#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2559283 community,,hospitality Sun, 22 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Third Sunday of Easter <P> True Community: Hospitality <P> Hospitality is the crowning virtue of Christian community. We make room for one another and welcome the stranger, just as God has done for us in Jesus. Gener... Third Sunday of Easter <P> True Community: Hospitality <P> Hospitality is the crowning virtue of Christian community. We make room for one another and welcome the stranger, just as God has done for us in Jesus. Gener... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2555086#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2555086 Hospitality,Community,welcome,generosity Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Is it still Easter? Yes. In the Christian church year, the two major cycles of seasons, Christmas and Easter, are far more than a single day of observance. Like Christmas, Easter is a period of time rather than just a day. It is a seven-week season of... Is it still Easter? Yes. In the Christian church year, the two major cycles of seasons, Christmas and Easter, are far more than a single day of observance. Like Christmas, Easter is a period of time rather than just a day. It is a seven-week season of... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2552411#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2552411 Second,Sunday,of,Easter,,Children's,Moment:,John,Jay,Alvaro,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason The church is a community faith with certain marks that make it recognizable as a community of Christ. Some of these include: spiritual rather than blood kinship, sharing of possessions, caring for the needy, welcoming and forgiving each other, bearin... The church is a community faith with certain marks that make it recognizable as a community of Christ. Some of these include: spiritual rather than blood kinship, sharing of possessions, caring for the needy, welcoming and forgiving each other, bearin... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2552668#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2552668 community,,fellowship,,service,,stewardship,,joy Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Mark’s version of the resurrection story tells us that the women went away from the tomb filled with awe—terrified, amazed, and afraid. The fact that words like awe and fear have double meanings to us shows the mysterious nature of this wonder tha... Mark’s version of the resurrection story tells us that the women went away from the tomb filled with awe—terrified, amazed, and afraid. The fact that words like awe and fear have double meanings to us shows the mysterious nature of this wonder tha... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2550937#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2550937 Easter,,resurrection,,awe,,wonder,,hope Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary carrying palm branches. These rem... Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary carrying palm branches. These rem... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2546612#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2546612 Palm,Sunday,,,Children's,Choirs,,Nova,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey, demonstrating his humble glory, contrasted to the worldly glory of other kings. He identifies fully with humanity, even praying for his cup of suffering to pass. But in the end, the centurion who declared him th... Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey, demonstrating his humble glory, contrasted to the worldly glory of other kings. He identifies fully with humanity, even praying for his cup of suffering to pass. But in the end, the centurion who declared him th... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2547586#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2547586 humility,,glory,,suffering,,service,,service,,mission Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 George Mason Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary carrying palm branches. These rem... Today is Palm Sunday, the day in the church year on which we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem the week before his betrayal and crucifixion. In memory of this event, children process into the Sanctuary carrying palm branches. These rem... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2546610#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2546610 Palm,Sunday,,Children's,Choirs,,Lord's,Supper,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison Today is the fifth Sunday in the season of Lent, the period in which the Christian church anticipates the coming darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion. During Lent, the Sanctuary shutters are closed as a reminder of the introspection of the se... Today is the fifth Sunday in the season of Lent, the period in which the Christian church anticipates the coming darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion. During Lent, the Sanctuary shutters are closed as a reminder of the introspection of the se... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545425#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545425 Fifth,Sunday,in,Lent,,Sanctuary,Chorale,,Pastoral,Resident Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Today is the fifth Sunday in the season of Lent, the period in which the Christian church anticipates the coming darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion. During Lent, the Sanctuary shutters are closed as a reminder of the introspection of the se... Today is the fifth Sunday in the season of Lent, the period in which the Christian church anticipates the coming darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion. During Lent, the Sanctuary shutters are closed as a reminder of the introspection of the se... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545427#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545427 Fifth,Sunday,in,Lent,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Resident Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Scott Dickison Some things must be lived before they can be understood. You cannot understand the life of Christ without first walking a little bit as Jesus walked, giving as he gave, blessing how he blessed and loving how he loved. And living in this way, all while... Some things must be lived before they can be understood. You cannot understand the life of Christ without first walking a little bit as Jesus walked, giving as he gave, blessing how he blessed and loving how he loved. And living in this way, all while... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545650#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545650 hope,,,Lent,,paradox Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 John Jay Alvaro Neils Bohr talks of a paradox as two opposite profound truths held in tension. During Lent, we acknowledge heartbreak and hope, not as enemies, but as part of the same Gospel. Jeremiah 31, taken from the "scroll of comfort," displays hope in... Neils Bohr talks of a paradox as two opposite profound truths held in tension. During Lent, we acknowledge heartbreak and hope, not as enemies, but as part of the same Gospel. Jeremiah 31, taken from the "scroll of comfort," displays hope in... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545659#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2545659 hope,exile,Lent,paradox Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0400 Garrett Vickrey Today is the fourth Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, ... Today is the fourth Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, ... Garrett Vickrey http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2542141#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2542141 Carillon,Ringers,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 Garrett Vickrey Truth isn’t always easy to take. It’s easy to ignore. The painful truth is that what is ailing us can’t be healed by ignoring or avoiding pain. And sometimes the cure is more painful than the disease. This is a season to face painful truths. In ... Truth isn’t always easy to take. It’s easy to ignore. The painful truth is that what is ailing us can’t be healed by ignoring or avoiding pain. And sometimes the cure is more painful than the disease. This is a season to face painful truths. In ... Garrett Vickrey http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2542335#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2542335 truth,,pain,,Jesus,,faith Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the third Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, o... Today is the third Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, o... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2540212#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2540212 Wilshire,Winds,,Sanctuary,Choir Sun, 04 Mar 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the third Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, o... Today is the third Sunday in the season of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and confession preceding Easter. As a reminder of the impending darkness of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion, the Sanctuary shutters are closed during Lent. Each Sunday, o... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2539343#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2539343 Sanctuary,Choir,,Shekinah,,Lord's,Supper Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Today is the first Sunday in Lent, a season of meditation and reflection leading toward Easter. The Sanctuary shutters are closed as a sign of the darkness of Jesus’ coming betrayal and crucifixion. The Sanctuary paraments are purple, reminding us o... Today is the first Sunday in Lent, a season of meditation and reflection leading toward Easter. The Sanctuary shutters are closed as a sign of the darkness of Jesus’ coming betrayal and crucifixion. The Sanctuary paraments are purple, reminding us o... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2533217#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2533217 First,Sunday,in,Lent,,Baptism,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Family,Dedication Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason The good news always goes through the bad news, never around it. Jesus suffered for our sins and died in order to make us alive again with him. Baptism symbolizes our acceptance of a path of self-sacrifice that leads to eternal life with Christ. The good news always goes through the bad news, never around it. Jesus suffered for our sins and died in order to make us alive again with him. Baptism symbolizes our acceptance of a path of self-sacrifice that leads to eternal life with Christ. George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2535678#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2535678 gospel,,paradox,,baptism,,suffering,,suffering,,suffering,,suffering,,acceptance Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason We have to decide whether our loyalty to the Beloved Son leads us to a greater devotion to the beloved community or the beloved economy. The drive to have more for ourselves often leads us to neglect our neighbor, but if we devote ourselves to the wel... We have to decide whether our loyalty to the Beloved Son leads us to a greater devotion to the beloved community or the beloved economy. The drive to have more for ourselves often leads us to neglect our neighbor, but if we devote ourselves to the wel... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2507128#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2507128 community,economy,stewardship,neighbor Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason We have to decide whether our loyalty to the Beloved Son leads us to a greater devotion to the beloved community or the beloved economy. The drive to have more for ourselves often leads us to neglect our neighbor, but if we devote ourselves to the we... We have to decide whether our loyalty to the Beloved Son leads us to a greater devotion to the beloved community or the beloved economy. The drive to have more for ourselves often leads us to neglect our neighbor, but if we devote ourselves to the we... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2535931#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2535931 community,,economy,,stewardship,,church,,,church,,,neighbor Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Garrett Vickrey Jesus came to proclaim the good news. But, through this interaction with a leper we learn something new of what Jesus’ mission is. Proclamation must include, not just preaching, but healing too. Proclamation of the good news means moving beyond word... Jesus came to proclaim the good news. But, through this interaction with a leper we learn something new of what Jesus’ mission is. Proclamation must include, not just preaching, but healing too. Proclamation of the good news means moving beyond word... Garrett Vickrey http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2494336#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2494336 Healing,,Compassion,,Jesus,,Leper Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Annette Thornburg There are no simple solutions or quick fixes when it comes to restoration. Rather, we are called to lay aside our pride and let go of the way we think things should be done. God speaks to us through unlikely sources and calls us to go to unlikely and ... There are no simple solutions or quick fixes when it comes to restoration. Rather, we are called to lay aside our pride and let go of the way we think things should be done. God speaks to us through unlikely sources and calls us to go to unlikely and ... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2494376#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2494376 Humility,,Restoration,,Work,,Faith Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Annette Thornburg Today is Scout Sunday in many churches across the country. Wilshire’s Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies have been invited to sit together in uniform this morning on the piano side of the Sanctuary. Religious faith is an important comp... Today is Scout Sunday in many churches across the country. Wilshire’s Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies have been invited to sit together in uniform this morning on the piano side of the Sanctuary. Religious faith is an important comp... Annette Thornburg http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2490138#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2490138 Wilshire,Winds,,Sanctuary,Choir,,Pastoral,Residents,, Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Diane Lipsett The parable of the Good Samaritan calls upon us to examine the ways we think and act toward others who are most "other" to us, those whom we view with low regard or as a threat to us in some way. The question of who is my neighbor must turn ... The parable of the Good Samaritan calls upon us to examine the ways we think and act toward others who are most "other" to us, those whom we view with low regard or as a threat to us in some way. The question of who is my neighbor must turn ... Diane Lipsett http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2468051#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2468051 Samaritan,,parable,,duty,,compassion,,neighbor Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Diane Lipsett We welcome to Wilshire this weekend Diane Lipsett, professor of New Testament at Wake Forest University Divinity School. She is a Baptist and is active in congregational teaching and youth ministries at her church. Dr. Lipsett earned degrees in Englis... We welcome to Wilshire this weekend Diane Lipsett, professor of New Testament at Wake Forest University Divinity School. She is a Baptist and is active in congregational teaching and youth ministries at her church. Dr. Lipsett earned degrees in Englis... Diane Lipsett http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2466542#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2466542 Youth,Choir,Lord's,Supper Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason How does the church hear a prophetic word today? Baptists have honored the voices of all the people, not just pastors. We have said that every voice should be heard—none privileged and none silenced. But if that is so, how do we discern among those ... How does the church hear a prophetic word today? Baptists have honored the voices of all the people, not just pastors. We have said that every voice should be heard—none privileged and none silenced. But if that is so, how do we discern among those ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2444017#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2444017 prophet,,discernment,,authority,,community,,spirit Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany <P> How does the church hear a prophetic word today? Baptists have honored the voices of all the people, not just pastors. We have said that every voice should be heard—none privileged and none silenced. But ... Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany <P> How does the church hear a prophetic word today? Baptists have honored the voices of all the people, not just pastors. We have said that every voice should be heard—none privileged and none silenced. But ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2441444#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2441444 prophet,discernment,authority,community Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Scott Dickison What were those fishermen thinking that day when Jesus called and they came running? We'll never know for sure. What we do know is that Jesus met them with a call to change and they literally and figuratively dropped everything to take it. The good ne... What were those fishermen thinking that day when Jesus called and they came running? We'll never know for sure. What we do know is that Jesus met them with a call to change and they literally and figuratively dropped everything to take it. The good ne... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2426247#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2426247 Discipleship,,Faith,,,,Risk,,,Call Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500 Scott Dickison We welcome into the life of the church today Noah Landry Tolbert, son of Dain and Vail Tolbert. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation join together in pledging to raise Noah in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that when h... We welcome into the life of the church today Noah Landry Tolbert, son of Dain and Vail Tolbert. Through this dedication, the family and the congregation join together in pledging to raise Noah in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, so that when h... Scott Dickison http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2414303#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2414303 Third,Sunday,after,Epiphany,,Anthem:,Sanctuary,Choir,,Children's,Moment:,George,Mason,,Family,Dedication Sun, 22 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 John Jay Alvaro In a culture of noise and babel, the psalmist offers silence as a balm to our ringing ears. Yet the quietness of the inner being is tenuous, needing to be reclaimed each day. This silence is not an absence of noise, but rather an anticipatory breath b... In a culture of noise and babel, the psalmist offers silence as a balm to our ringing ears. Yet the quietness of the inner being is tenuous, needing to be reclaimed each day. This silence is not an absence of noise, but rather an anticipatory breath b... John Jay Alvaro http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2426105#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2426105 Quiet,,Elijah,,breath,,anticipation Sun, 15 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 George Mason This morning, Wilshire ordains new deacons as an integral part of our worship experience. The ordination, or setting aside, of individuals for special service is an act of the church as a body. Through the committee process, and based upon input from ... This morning, Wilshire ordains new deacons as an integral part of our worship experience. The ordination, or setting aside, of individuals for special service is an act of the church as a body. Through the committee process, and based upon input from ... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2379857#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2379857 Anthem:,Nova,,Deacon,Ordination,,Second,Sunday,after,Epiphany Sun, 08 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason John’s baptism of repentance leads to Jesus’ baptism of righteousness completed. John’s disciples are only rebaptized because they were not baptized into Christ inorder to receive the Holy Spirit, not because they failed to be correctly baptized... John’s baptism of repentance leads to Jesus’ baptism of righteousness completed. John’s disciples are only rebaptized because they were not baptized into Christ inorder to receive the Holy Spirit, not because they failed to be correctly baptized... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2349352#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2349352 baptism,rebaptism,repentance,Holy,Spirit Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500 George Mason God sent the Son in the fullness of time, Paul says. By this he means that he came in time, just in time, and fills time with meaning. God has made everything suitable/beautiful for its time, the Teacher says. We may not know what time it is or like w... God sent the Son in the fullness of time, Paul says. By this he means that he came in time, just in time, and fills time with meaning. God has made everything suitable/beautiful for its time, the Teacher says. We may not know what time it is or like w... George Mason http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2323103#pdf http://wilshire.sermon.tv/2323103 Time,,Meaning,,Resurrection,,Life,,Experience