"My Times Are In Thy Hand…” Psalm 31:9-16 It is important that we not get so caught up in the parade today that we lose sight of the significance of Palm Sunday. Although it appears on the surface that this is a joyful day as Jesus triumphantly enters the city of Jerusalem, there is much more going on here than what meets the eye. Yes, the procession will appear to prepare the way for a coming King. Yes, the Roman authorities will become alarmed and hatch a murderous plot. Yes, one of his own disciples will betray Jesus, another [READ MORE]

Jesus of Nazareth, age 33, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 19. Preceded in death by his father Joseph, he is survived by his mother Mary, several sisters and brothers, and many close friends. Jesus worked for many years as a union carpenter but left that trade three years ago to become an itinerant preacher throughout the regions of Galilee and Judea. Known for his provocative sermons and inspiring stories, he taught a simple religion that called upon people to love God and each other. He was especially committed to helping the poor and destitute and was said to [READ MORE]