I have posted my Maundy Thursday and Easter sermons from last week on my sermon blog. The Maundy Thursday sermon — Called To Serve — is based on John 13:1-17. Here’s portion of it: If it will be any encouragement to you, you should know that offering willing service is healthy for you, not only [...]
On Easter, it is a tradition for the worship leader to address the congregation with the statement: The Lord has risen! and for the congregation to respond: He has risen indeed! So — let’s try a bit of online blog liturgy! The Lord has risen! (Post your response as a comment!)
During Holy Week I am posting some reflections on the events of this week and what they mean for us. On Friday of Holy Week — Good Friday — Jesus was crucified for our sins (Matthew 27:1-66, Mark 15:1-47, Luke 23:1-56, John 19:1-42.) Take some time today to reflect on what Christ did for you. [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
