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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Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address offered by members of REJMT and Earth and Spirit
The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 12, 2026
Members of the Racial and Ethnic Justice Ministry Team and the Earth and Spirit Mission Group recited the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address: Greetings to the Natural World. They read from the book found at https://syracuseculturalworkers.com/products/book-thanksgiving-address, with illustrations by Kahionhes, Mohawk Nation Turtle Clan. Members of the Haudenosaunee, also known as the Six Nations or Iroquois, speak these words before and after all ceremonial and governmental gatherings. The belief is that the world must not be taken for granted, and that communicating thankfulness aligns the minds and hearts of the people with Nature. This forms a guiding principle of culture.
God is With Us At Our Semiquincentennial by Dave Lloyd
The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 5, 2026
Did you know that there have been two organizations with overall responsibility for planning and conducting the commemoration of America’s 250 years of independence? The older one is the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, established by Congress in 2016 to plan and orchestrate the commemoration through “America 250,” [show “America 250” hat] a bipartisan group that worked with the federal agencies, especially the Department of the Interior, which has authority over our National Parks, Monuments, and Historic Sites, and with state and local governments, civic groups, and the Smithsonian Institution. America 250’s leadership is inclusive, with senators and representatives, cabinet secretaries, academic historians, and other prominent Americans who fully reflected our national diversity.[i]
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…