Author Archives: Rev. Debbie Kirk

The Ascension

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

  Thursday was the day in the liturgical calendar that we remember the Ascension of Jesus into heaven. It is celebrated forty days after the Resurrection. In addition to marking the day of the Ascension, the author of the Gospel … Continue reading →

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Mornings

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

Beginning Monday morning and continuing Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, I awakened to sunshine and bright blue, clear skies. I was immediately and profoundly thankful for being part of God’s creation. It reminded me of my favorite little book of prayer … Continue reading →

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The Annunciation

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

This past week the liturgical calendar included the celebration of the Annunciation.   When I contemplate the angel Gabriel‘s delivering the “good news” to the young Virgin Mary, I can understand Mary being greatly troubled. It was an amazing event. First, … Continue reading →

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Juxtapositions

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

The Palm Sunday liturgy has always caused me to pause.  It mixes joy and sadness in a way that I find disconcerting. The joy is the easy part.  The beginning of this liturgical service symbolizes the cheering and the happy crowds that … Continue reading →

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Community

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

Last Friday and Saturday, Rev. Deborah, Sandy Kolb and I attended a wonderful multicultural workshop. One aspect of healthy and Godly interaction that the workshop highlighted was the importance of authentic relationship. On Sunday, I was blessed to become a … Continue reading →

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Abundance

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Rev. Debbie Kirk

Earlier this week, I had a delightful conversation with a long-standing parishioner of St. Alban’s and faithful participant in the 11 am community. It was one of those conversations that moved gracefully from topic to topic without any guidance from … Continue reading →

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