Seekers recognizes that any member of the community may be called upon by God to give us the Word, and thus we have an open pulpit with a different preacher each week. Sermons preached at Seekers, as well as sermons preached by Seekers at other churches or events, are posted here, beginning with the most recent.
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Thoughts on Spiritual Practices, Call, and Music by Glen Yakushiji
The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
June 28, 2026
I was sitting where I usually sit last Sunday when I suddenly understood something about: my call to music, to this community, and the singalong. So I told Peter, who was scheduled to preach today, that I’d like to do this sermon so I could share my insight. He said “okay.”
Do you remember that I gave a sermon on April 19th,, a couple of months ago? Today I am continuing that sermon. I talked about my time with Group 4 and the important work we did. I was asked to describe Seekers desire for basic fairness and respect that lies at the heart of the community. I made a list of actions that Seekers could do:
1. create partnerships with people or groups who share our values and beliefs.
2. practice disciplines that promote spiritual growth, courage, and introspection.
3. promote and support creative and artistic projects that express our social values.
Just Give Me Some Kind of Sign by John M
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
June 21, 2026
Our readings this morning make an interesting conversation. In the psalm, the singer has a number of ardent requests for God. Then, in Romans and Matthew, we’re told how the requests have been answered. Or at least that’s one way to see it, so bear with me for 15 minutes or so and I’ll try to show you what I mean.
What is the psalmist asking God for?
They ask God to “incline your ear” — to listen to prayers and supplications.
They ask God to “preserve my life”.
They ask God to “be gracious to me.”
They ask God to “gladden my soul.”
They ask God to “answer my call.”
They ask God to “give strength to your servant.”
They ask God to “save the child of your maidservant.”
They ask God to “show me a sign of your favor.”
That’s eight asks! That’s a lot.
Creativity by Sandra Miller
The Third Sunday after Pentecost
June 14, 2026
Please pray with me. Holy Creator, once again You have brought us together in community to worship, to pray, and to listen for the words offered that speak to us individually and as one. May my own offering reflect what you have put in my heart to speak. Amen
It’s been some time since I stood at this pulpit. And for all that I offer you will be surprised that it’s not a long sermon. I ask for your indulgence should I falter, and I pray that the word that came to me speaks to all of you.
A part of today’s reading from Genesis 18:1-15, The call of Abraham and Sarah: The LORD appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day. He looked up and saw three men standing near him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent entrance to meet them and bowed down to the ground. Let a little water be brought, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree.
Maybe now you see what’s coming…
Living the Lectionary by Marjory Bankson
The Second Sunday after Pentecost
June 7, 2026
TEXT: Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Good morning Seekers. I have a question for you. How many of you look for a handrail when you go up or down a flight of stairs? [show of hands] As we continue to explore the “call to evolve,” I’ve heard some grumbling about using the common lectionary – which we chose to claim our connection with the worldwide Christian movement. Now it seems to curb our creativity.
But I want to suggest that using the Lectionary is like using a handrail to support movement or a change of direction. It’s a useful balance for our creativity.
Hiding In Plain Sight: the Gift of the Blessed Trinity by John Hassell
Trinity — The First Sunday after Pentecost
May 31, 2026
Good morning, everyone and welcome to the Sunday when we celebrate the Solemnity of the Blessed Trinity,
When did you first hear about the Trinity? Was it in Sunday school? Or a sermon from a particular minister? I’ll tell you about the time I heard about it was from the Dominican nuns who taught me on Saturday mornings at CCD classes. (CCD stands for Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, rather heavy for a little eight-year old boy.) Quoting from the Baltimore catechism, Lesson Three “on the Unity and Trinity of God,” page eight to be exact:
Is there only one God?
Yes, there is only one God.
How many persons are there in God?
In God there are the three Divine persons – the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost.
What do we mean by the Blessed Trinity?
By the Blessed Trinity we mean one and the same God in three Divine persons.