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Making Peace: Finding True Peace in Life and Faith

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How do we find true peace in every part of our lives? In this week’s sermon,
Rev. Teague explores what it means to be a peacemaker, as Jesus describes in Matthew 5:9.

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“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”
– Matthew 5:9

“Making peace with others and God begins with forgiveness and love. Let peace start with you.”
– Rev. Mary Teague

No. 2444 – Rev. Teague touches on making peace with our past traumas, accepting our mortality, offering forgiveness freely to others, and opening our hearts to God’s love and grace. It’s a powerful reminder that peace isn’t just a feeling; it’s a way of living.

Finding Redemption: The Story of Zacchaeus

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Have you ever felt the need for redemption? Zacchaeus did, and his encounter with Jesus changed everything.

“Jesus was unlike anybody else who ever lived, and the things He said and did were unlike anything anyone else could.”
– Rev. Max Brennan

In this sermon, Rev. Max Brennan reflects on Zacchaeus’ story—how a man viewed as a sinner found redemption in his encounter with Jesus. Through this story, Rev. Brennan emphasizes the transformative power of grace and how Jesus invites all of us, no matter our past, to be transformed. Zacchaeus’ decision to seek Jesus led to a profound change in his life, reminding us that Jesus’ love and grace can redeem anyone.

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What We Got Wrong about Salvation

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This week, Rev. Brennan reflected on the nature of salvation, encouraging us to reconsider some of our long-held beliefs. Drawing inspiration from Pope Francis, who spoke about how different faiths can offer unique paths to understanding God, Rev. Brennan reminded us that God’s love and grace are vast and inclusive. He challenged us to think beyond our individual experiences and appreciate the richness of faith journeys that may be different from our own.

Continuing the theme of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs), Rev. Brennan pointed out that these powerful moments often reveal deeper truths about God’s presence and the universality of grace. By considering these broader perspectives, we are reminded that salvation is not confined to our limited understanding, but is an expression of God’s infinite love for all people.