Author Archives: Galen Zook

Isaiah paints a picture of a peaceable kingdom – wild animals living alongside domesticated animals, and a little child leading the way. But is a peaceable kingdom really possible?

November 27, 2022 homily on Isaiah 2:1-5 for the First Sunday of Advent, by Pastor Galen The Old Jalopy The story is told of a boy whose parents had promised that they would give him a beautiful car to drive when he turned 16. From the time he was a little boy he had dreamed ofContinueContinue reading “Hope”

The popular Netflix drama The Crown portrays the life of Queen Elizabeth II all the way from her wedding in 1947 to Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and up through the early 21st century. The fact that the show is reported to be the most expensive television series ever produced is indicative of our fascination not just with the British royal family, but of monarchies in general….

November 13th, 2022 homily on Luke 17:11-19 by Pastor Galen Yesterday I had an opportunity to visit one of our dear church members, and take her a little gift in honor of her 97th birthday. The member, Ms. Jean, shared that she has been reflecting back over life, she said that she doesn’t remember aContinueContinue reading “An Attitude of Gratitude”

Homily on Luke 10:38-42 for All Saints/All Souls Sunday by Pastor Galen Mary was one of those people who just never fit neatly into a box. As a young Jewish girl growing up in first century Palestine, she was in many ways an anomaly. Independent, enthusiastic and passionate, she was one of those people who livedContinueContinue reading “At the Feet of Jesus”