"Treasures in Jars of Clay," a Sermon by Dr. Stephen J Hegedus

This Sunday, Dr. Stephen J. Hegedus offers a sermon, Julie Fitzpatrick brings us a poem she wrote, and Bill Speed and Vicki Fisher offer a song in response to the Scripture. 

As a Fire Is Meant For Burning #00014
text: Ruth Duck © 1992, GIA Publications, Inc.
Used by permission, onelicense.net #A-716334

As a fire is meant for burning
with a bright and warming flame,
so the church is meant for mission,
giving glory to God’s name.
Not to preach our creeds or customs,
but to build a bridge of care,
we join hands across the nations,
finding neighbors everywhere.

We are learners; we are teachers;
we are pilgrims on the way.
We are seekers; we are givers;
we are vessels made of clay.
By our gentle, loving actions,
we would show that Christ is light.
In a humble, listening Spirit,
we would live to God’s delight.