Sunday sermons given by Pastor Paul Whitlock at Desert Heritage Church http://dhcmesa.com/ http://dhcmesa.com/assets/dhcSermonCast_logo.jpg http://dhcmesa.com/assets/dhcSermonCast_logo.jpg 144 144 Copyright 2012 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0700 Desert Heritage Church SermonCast is a podcast of the Sunday morning sermon as given by Pastor Paul Whitlock and occasional other speakers. Desert Heritage Church SermonCast is a podcast of the Sunday morning sermon as given by Pastor Paul Whitlock. Occasionally other speakers fill in. DHC is an open and affirming United Church of Christ/Disciples of Christ church. Desert Heritage Church, protestant, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock Desert Heritage Church dhchurch@qwestoffice.net No jill.wen@cox.net (Jill Wen) For Pentecost, today's sermon is done "in the round" by Paul Whitlock with help from Michael Whitlock, Wendy Whitlock, and Karen Kirkland. As they talk about the symbolic and figurative circles in the Church, what did Jesus do to expand his circle and how can we imitate Him? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item057 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:05:00 -0700 Acts 2:1-21 TFor Pentecost, today's sermon is done "in the round" by Paul Whitlock with help from Michael Whitlock, Wendy Whitlock, and Karen Kirkland. As they talk about the symbolic and figurative circles in the Church, what did Jesus do to expand his circle and how can we imitate Him? 00:09:50 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, Michael Whitlock, Wendy Whitlock, Karen Kirkland, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock, Michael Whitlock, Wendy Whitlock, Karen Kirkland No The Rev. Barbara Herber provides this week's guest sermon. How do we live together as one in the midst of diversity? Join us as Barbara answers this question in the style of John. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item056 Sun, 12 May 2013 13:25:00 -0700 John 17:20-26 The Rev. Barbara Herber provides this week's guest sermon. How do we live together as one in the midst of diversity? Join us as Barbara answers this question in the style of John. 00:21:54 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Barbara Herber, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Barbara Herber No We look at passages from the much-maligned book of Revelation. Can you dream the consequences of a new Heaven and a new Earth? What are the consequences of your dreams? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item055 Sun, 12 May 2013 13:25:00 -0700 Revelation 21:10, 22-26; 22:1-5 We look at passages from the much-maligned book of Revelation. Can you dream the consequences of a new Heaven and a new Earth? What are the consequences of your dreams? 00:15:51 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Crying is caused by many reasons and many emotions, good and bad. As we reflect on the events of the past week, we reflect on where God is as we have shed tears. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item054 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:35:00 -0700 Psalm 23, Revelation 7:15-17 Crying is caused by many reasons and many emotions, good and bad. As we reflect on the events of the past week, we reflect on where God is as we have shed tears. 00:15:28 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Sometimes one can look back at a tragedy and find it is the start of a blessing. Can we see the glory of the resurrecting without acknowledging and embracing the pain of the crucifixion? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item053 Sun, 7 Apr 2013 14:35:00 -0700 John 20:19-31 WSometimes one can look back at a tragedy and find it is the start of a blessing. Can we see the glory of the resurrecting without acknowledging and embracing the pain of the crucifixion? 00:17:13 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No What do you do when your entire world has been destroyed? When your lord and savior has been executed by the state, and to add insult to injury, to prepare his body for the traditional burial, you have to move a heavy gravestone? What do you do when you find that very stone moved aside? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item052 Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:25:00 -0700 John 20:1-18 What do you do when your entire world has been destroyed? When your lord and savior has been executed by the state, and to add insult to injury, to prepare his body for the traditional burial, you have to move a heavy gravestone? What do you do when you find that very stone moved aside? 00:13:13 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In today's media-fueled culture, what would have been recorded about Jesus's procession into Jerusalem? And what story would have been completely missed? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item051 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 15:48:00 -0700 Luke 19:28-40 In today's media-fueled culture, what would have been recorded about Jesus's procession into Jerusalem? And what story would have been completely missed? 00:12:04 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No This week, Pastor Paul takes a look at whether faith should be practical or extravagant. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item050 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:58:00 -0700 John 12:1-8 This week, Pastor Paul takes a look at whether faith should be practical or extravagant. 00:16:37 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In a moment of weakness, Pastor Paul has questions only God can answer. In his conversation with God he is reminded when thinking about strength, think of ALL his strength. Thanks to Bill Garnett and Karen Kirkland for providing the voices of God. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item049 Sun, 3 Mar 2013 13:20:00 -0700 1 Corinthians 10:13 In a moment of weakness, Pastor Paul has questions only God can answer. In his conversation with God he is reminded when thinking about strength, think of ALL his strength. Thanks to Bill Garnett and Karen Kirkland for providing the voices of God. 00:12:29 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Lent reminds us that we have to face our own mortality. Today's reading and sermon focuses on what it means to be you. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item048 Thu, 17 Feb 2013 16:50:00 -0700 Luke 4:1-13 Lent reminds us that we have to face our own mortality. Today's reading and sermon focuses on what it means to be you. 00:12:11 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No For Ash Wednesday, guest homilist Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer looks at what yokes are still with us, unbroken. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item047 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:45:00 -0700 Isaiah 58:6-9 For Ash Wednesday, guest homilist Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer looks at what yokes are still with us, unbroken. 00:21:26 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer No Have you ever been present yet completely oblivious at a particular moment in time? Pastor Paul introduces how Jesus changed that in this week's reading from Luke 9:28-36 http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item046 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:30:00 -0700 Luke 9:28-36 Have you ever been present yet completely oblivious at a particular moment in time? Pastor Paul introduces how Jesus changed that in this week's reading from Luke 9:28-36 00:13:40 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Remember "i before e except after c"? What rules found in this week's reading (I Corinthians 13:1-13) help us spell love? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item045 Sun, 03 Feb 2013 14:40:00 -0700 I Corinthians 13:1-13 Remember "i before e except after c"? What rules found in this week's reading (I Corinthians 13:1-13) help us spell love? 00:17:47 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No This week, Pastor Paul talks about collective memory and brings to life an example from Scripture. What happens when the collective stories we tell are gone? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item044 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 13:20:00 -0700 Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 and Luke:4:16-19 This week, Pastor Paul talks about collective memory and brings to life an example from Scripture. What happens when the collective stories we tell are gone? 00:16:34 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No This week, Pastor Paul invites three members from the Worship Committee, Karen Kirkland, Wayne Manske, and Emily Phares to share what gives them peace at work and at home. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item043 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:20:00 -0700 Romans 12:14-21 This week, Pastor Paul invites three members from the Worship Committee, Karen Kirkland, Wayne Manske, and Emily Phares to share what gives them peace at work and at home. 00:07:15 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock, Karen Kirkland, Wayne Manske, Emily Phares No As people, our self-image tends to be affected by the opinions of those nearest and dearest to us. A look at how a positive relationship with God and Jesus Christ can enhance our images of ourselves. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item042 Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:20:00 -0700 Hebrews 10:17 A discussion of how our relationship with God and Jesus Christ can enhance our self-image. 00:16:20 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No As we come to the beginning of a new year, Let's look at what baggage we'd prefer to lose http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item041 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:39:00 -0700 Colossians 3:12-17, Luke 2:41-52 As we come to the beginning of a new year, Let's look at what baggage we'd prefer to lose 00:12:47 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No You know the story with the inn and the manger, but have you REALLY paid attention to the complete story of the Nativity? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item040 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:39:00 -0700 Micah 5;2, 4-5a You know the story with the inn and the manger, but have you REALLY paid attention to the complete story of the Nativity? 00:11:51 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Regardless of what the Mayans say, let's look at the Apocalytic nature of Jesus and how it relates to Advent. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item039 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:39:00 -0700 Regardless of what the Mayans say, let's look at the Apocalytic nature of Jesus and how it relates to Advent. 00:11:00 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No We talk about stewardship and glimpses of God's Grace, Justice, and Inclusiveness seen here at Desert Heritage Church http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item038 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:39:00 -0700 Romans 8:28, 31-35, 37-39 We talk about stewardship and glimpses of God's Grace, Justice, and Inclusiveness seen here at Desert Heritage Church 00:15:20 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No As we celebrate All Saints Day, we look at how sainthood can come from many sources, even from the ordinary workings of family. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item037 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 14:39:00 -0700 Ruth 1:16 - 17 As we celebrate All Saints Day, we look at how sainthood can come from many sources, even from the ordinary workings of family. 00:15:39 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In today's scripture, we look at not only what evils Christians should not commit, but what good should Christians do http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item036 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 19:39:00 -0700 In today's scripture, we look at not only what evils Christians should not commit, but what good should Christians do 00:11:16 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No The kitchen table plays a central role in the home, with each family and culture having its own stories that center around the table and eating. A discussion of who is welcome at God's table, and what we might expect in our daily lives as guests at the Lord's table. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/videos/item037 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:36:00 -0700 I Corinthians 10:16-17 The kitchen table plays a central role in the home, with each family and culture having its own stories that center around the table and eating. A discussion of who is welcome at God's table, and what we might expect in our daily lives as guests at the Lord's table. 00:15:54 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In today's scripture, the disciples want Jesus to stop a man who is casting out demons in Jesus' name, because he was not one of their group of followers. This is a common theme in Christianity, putting down the beliefs of others if they do not perfectly fit our own. A discussion of Jesus' response to his followers actions in this situation, and why similar behavior frequently occurs today. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item035 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 19:39:00 -0700 Mark 9:37 - 41 In today's scripture, the disciples want Jesus to stop a man who is casting out demons in Jesus' name, because he was not one of their group of followers. This is a common theme in Christianity, putting down the beliefs of others if they do not perfectly fit our own. A discussion of Jesus' response to his followers actions in this situation, and why similar behavior frequently occurs today. 00:19:54 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No A common theme in our world today is competition, the need to be the best. Who is the greatest, and does this need to be the best affect our ability to be good people? Pastor Paul discusses a very different way to take your place among the greatest. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item034 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 18:39:00 -0700 James 3:13-18 and Mark 9:30-37 A common theme in our world today is competition, the need to be the best. Who is the greatest, and does this need to be the best affect our ability to be good people? Pastor Paul discusses a very different way to take your place among the greatest. 00:12:53 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Today Pastor Paul asks: What title was bestowed on Jesus? What title do we want bestowed on ourselves? and What do we need to do to deserve that title? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item033 Tue, 16 Sep 2012 14:35:00 -0700 James 2:1-5, 14a and Mark 8:27-38 Today Pastor Paul asks: What title was bestowed on Jesus? What title do we want bestowed on ourselves? and What do we need to do to deserve that title? 00:10:36 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Today's Scripture from Isaiah involves a paradox. Like many tales involving a tin man, a scarecrow, and a cowardly lion, this paradox becomes evident with a change in perception. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item032 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Isaiah 35:4-6 and Mark 7:31-35,37 Today's Scripture from Isaiah involves a paradox. Like many tales involving a tin man, a scarecrow, and a cowardly lion, this paradox becomes evident with a change in perception. 00:15:37 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No What do we do while we wait for the return of Jesus? Today's scripture and Pastor Paul's sermon have a few hints. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item031 Sun, 2 Sep 2012 14:35:00 -0700 James 1:22-25, 2 Peter 3:14 What do we do while we wait for the return of Jesus? Today's scripture and Pastor Paul's sermon have a few hints. 00:16:07 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No If, as today's Scripture (John 6:35,41-51) tells us, Jesus is the bread of life, then what would we find when we looked at the label for the ingredients? What is the first ingredient? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item030 Sun, 26 Aug 2012 14:35:00 -0700 John 6:35,41-51 If, as today's Scripture (John 6:35,41-51) tells us, Jesus is the bread of life, then what would we find when we looked at the label for the ingredients? What is the first ingredient? 00:16:00 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No This week's sermon is a closer look into Ephesians. It's not the type of sermon where Pastor Paul scolds you into being a Christian, but rather calls you to action because you are Christian. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item029 Sun, 19 Aug 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Ephesians 4:25 - 5:2 This week's sermon is a closer look into Ephesians. It's not the type of sermon where Pastor Paul scolds you into being a Christian, but rather calls you to action because you are Christian. 00:13:49 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No This week's sermon is given by our Timothy, Michael Whitlock. He expands Micah 6:8 into a guide for how to be a good Christian. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item028 Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Micah 6:8 This week's sermon is given by our Timothy, Michael Whitlock. He expands Micah 6:8 into a guide for how to be a good Christian. 00:21:29 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Michael Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Michael Whitlock No This week Pastor Paul introduces two Top 5 lists from Pastor Tim Brown's Reluctant Xtian blog. He details the Five Phrases Christians shouldn't say and 5 Phrases Christians should say more. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item027 Sun, 5 Aug 2012 14:35:00 -0700 John 6:28-34 This week Pastor Paul introduces two Top 5 lists from Pastor Tim Brown's Reluctant Xtian blog. He details the Five Phrases Christians shouldn't say and 5 Phrases Christians should say more. 00:20:37 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No A guest sermon from Victor Ryan Dugan, one of the Timothys at Desert Heritage Church. In it, he compares Christians to superheroes such as Batman and the Avengers and warns of what can render us powerless, like kryptonite. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item026 Sun, 22 July 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Romans 5:1-8 A guest sermon from Victor Ryan Dugan, one of the Timothys at Desert Heritage Church. In it, he compares Christians to superheroes such as Batman and the Avengers and warns of what can render us powerless, like kryptonite. 00:09:47 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Victor Ryan Dugan, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Victor Ryan Dugan No In this sermon, Pastor Paul explicitly tells what five people he would send to hell. But it is not for the reasons you think. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item025 Sun, 8 July 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Mark 6:7-13 In this sermon, Pastor Paul explicitly tells what five people he would send to hell. But it is not for the reasons you think. 00:16:06 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No A guest sermon from Rev. Robert Koth, who talks about the Christian response to people with disabilities, both in the time of Jesus and in modern times http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item024 Sun, 1 July 2012 14:35:00 -0700 Mark 5:21-43 A guest sermon from Rev. Robert Koth, who talks about the Christian response to people with disabilities, both in the time of Jesus and in modern times 00:11:07 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Robert Koth, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Rev. Robert Koth No A discussion of how we determine what we give to the church and those in need, and our incentives for doing so. Do we give in the expectation that we will be blessed by God in similar amounts, or do we give with the understanding that God has already blessed us? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item023 Sun, 24 June 2012 14:35:00 -0700 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 A discussion of how we determine what we give to the church and those in need, and our incentives for doing so. Do we give in the expectation that we will be blessed by God in similar amounts, or do we give with the understanding that God has already blessed us? 00:15:25 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No All of us have had times in our lives when the future seemed uncertain, when we feared what lay ahead. The boat of our life has seemed in danger of capsizing. The good news is that we have another passenger who is always there with us. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item022 Sun, 17 June 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Mark 4:35-41 All of us have had times in our lives when the future seemed uncertain, when we feared what lay ahead. The boat of our life has seemed in danger of capsizing. The good news is that we have another passenger who is always there with us. 00:15:59 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Jesus taught the disciples life lessons using stories called parables. Sometimes we wish he had just outlined specific rules for getting into heaven. How have Jesus' parables stood the test of time, and what parables do we have from our daily lives that have shaped our understanding of Christianity? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item021 Sun, 10 June 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Jesus taught the disciples life lessons using stories called parables. Sometimes we wish he had just outlined specific rules for getting into heaven. How have Jesus' parables stood the test of time, and what parables do we have from our daily lives that have shaped our understanding of Christianity? 00:12:14 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Sometimes, despite all of our best intentions and best-laid plans, chance plays a large part in how events actually play out. How should we feel when God chooses us? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item020 Sun, 20 May 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Acts 1:15-17,21-26 Sometimes, despite all of our best intentions and best-laid plans, chance plays a large part in how events actually play out. How should we feel when God chooses us? 00:14:42 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In a study done of a group of people in their 90's, they were asked what they would have done differently. Do we value our lives as we're living them, and are we living life to the fullest? A discussion of how taking risks and reflecting on life can help us make a joyful noise to the Lord. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item019 Sun, 13 May 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Psalm 98 A discussion of how taking risks and reflecting on life can help us make a joyful noise to the Lord. 00:14:44 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No People exist who are thought to be outside of the acceptance of the church. In the scripture passage, Philip describes the good news of Jesus' message to an Ethiopian visitor. This person, who happens to be not only an outsider but also a eunuch, one who would normally not be accepted, is baptized by Philip and accepted into the Christian faith. How wide is God's mercy? Is it acceptable for us to bar people who do not fit our image of a Christian? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item019 Sun, 06 May 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Acts 8:26-40 A discussion of the acceptance of all people by God and Jesus. 00:14:05 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No There are many different belief systems that people follow in their quest to get to heaven. Do you believe that Christianity is the only road to eternal life? What do we say to people whose view disagrees with ours? A discussion of the different levels of religious tolerance. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item018 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:35:00 -0700 Acts 4:8-12 There are many different belief systems that people follow in their quest to get to heaven. Do you believe that Christianity is the only road to eternal life? What do we say to people whose view disagrees with ours? A discussion of the different levels of religious tolerance. 00:20:32 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, eternal life, ways to enlightenment, inclusivism, eschatalogical evangelization, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No We are the children of God, and are loved by Him unconditionally. How do we behave towards the other children of God who exist in our world? Is there a limit to to how many people we can extend our acceptance and respect to? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item017 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:23:00 -0700 I John 3:1-7 We are the children of God, and are loved by Him unconditionally. How do we behave towards the other children of God who exist in our world? Is there a limit to to how many people we can extend our acceptance and respect to? 00:17:29 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, unconditional love, children of God, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No After Jesus Christ rose from the dead, his disciple Thomas refused to believe it was Jesus unless proof was given. Many of us have scars, visible or invisible, that we bear. Jesus was willing to show his scars so that others might come to God. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item016 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:15:00 -0700 After Jesus Christ rose from the dead, his disciple Thomas refused to believe it was Jesus unless proof was given. Many of us have scars, visible or invisible, that we bear. Jesus was willing to show his scars so that others might come to God. 00:12:24 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, spiritual healing, emotional scars, God's grace, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In a world of nightmares, Easter is the chance to step out and enact the dreams that God holds out for us. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item015 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 18:07:00 -0700 Easter Sunday, April 8 2012 In a world of nightmares, Easter is the chance to step out and enact the dreams that God holds out for us. 00:07:45 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, prayer, Easter, Berlin Wall, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Many times, we attempt to pray ourselves out of a dire situation. How does the number of times we try to pray ourselves into a situation in order to live God's plan for us compare to the number of times we beg for rescue? In John 12:20-30, Jesus talks about the difference between those who live to pursue their own desires and those who live to follow Jesus. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item014 Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:50:00 -0700 John 12:20-30 Many times, we attempt to pray ourselves out of a dire situation. How does the number of times we try to pray ourselves into a situation in order to live God's plan for us compare to the number of times we beg for rescue? In John 12:20-30, Jesus talks about the difference between those who live to pursue their own desires and those who live to follow Jesus. 00:13:37 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, the Gospel of John, praying our way out, God's grace, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No A moon is thought of as a cold, dark place where no light shines. However, these bodies reflect the light of our brightest stars. Words on how the apostle Paul challenged the Ephesians to reflect the glory of God's light, based on Ephesians 2:1-10. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item013 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:00:00 -0700 II Kings 5:1-14 In Ephesians 2:1-10, the apostle Paul challenged the people to live up to the potential God has created in each one of us. Would we rather hide from God's light and disappear, or reflect His glory and shine brightly? 00:12:35 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, Ephesians, salvation through grace, God's grace, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No An examination of how we as Christians react to unexpected changes in our church, based on John 2:13-22. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item012 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 11:30:00 -0700 II Kings 5:1-14 In John 2:13-22, Jesus destroys the temple and drives out the money-changers. These merchants were allowed to operate in the temple to make procuring sacrificial animals and other worship needs more convenient for worshippers. The destruction of this system made the people of this church question Jesus' authority for doing this. An examination in how we respond to sudden changes in our comfortable faith. 00:17:19 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, Jesus Christ, money-changers in the temple, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Does our view of Jesus Christ fit the man as he actually was in life? A reflection on what it means to take up the cross. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_sermonCast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item011 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:06:00 -0700 Mark 8:31-36 People seem to have different views about who Jesus really was and what it means to follow his teachings. In Mark 8:31-36, Jesus speaks openly of the suffering he is destined to endure. When Peter rebukes him, Jesus speaks of what one must do in order to achieve salvation. A reflection on what we need to do in order to follow the way of Jesus. 00:14:06 following Jesus, Desert Heritage Church, protestant, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC, United Church of Christ Paul Whitlock No Words on how we view people who have wronged us, and how we might change our perspective. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item010 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:30:00 -0700 Mark 1:9-15 One legend states that Leonardo da Vinci had trouble finishing his masterpiece, The Last Supper, for the following reason. He had used the face of a rival painter as a model for Judas, in order to immortalize him as the betrayer of Jesus. He wasn't able to finish it until he painted over the face with that of the same model he had used for the face of Jesus. Do we have someone in our life, past or present, who we paint as our nemesis and pour energy into immortalizing their misdeeds? 00:13:33 Leonardo da Vinci, da Vinci, Judas, betrayer of Jesus, betrayal, Desert Heritage Church, protestant, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No In Mark 2:1-12, a paralyzed man is brought to a house where Jesus is present, in order to hear him speak. The house is so surrounded by people that the man's friends remove the roof and lower their friend down in order to get to Jesus. What are the key ideas of this passage, and what seems to be missing? The emphasis is on Jesus taking on the privileges of God in forgiving the men's sins, but what about the homeowner's roof? http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item009 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 13:30:00 -0700 Mark 2:1-12 In Mark 2:1-12, a paralyzed man is brought to a house where Jesus is present, in order to hear him speak. The house is so surrounded by people that the man's friends remove the roof and lower their friend down in order to get to Jesus. What are the key ideas of this passage, and what seems to be missing? The emphasis is on Jesus taking on the privileges of God in forgiving the men's sins, but what about the homeowner's roof? 00:13:01 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No Words on bringing ourselves healing, based on scripture from II Kings 5:1-14. http://dhcmesa.com/dhc_Sermoncast.xml http://dhcmesa.com/sound_files/item008 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0700 II Kings 5:1-14 In II Kings 5:1-14, a great commander and favorite of the king of Aram, suffers from leprosy and wishes to be healed. He goes with his entourage to the prophet Elisha, who is known to be a great healer, but is disinclined to follow the simple directions he is given to be healed of his afflictions. What do we need to do in order to heal ourselves, and what stops us from doing it? 00:14:40 Desert Heritage Church, protestant, liberal Christianity, progressive Christianity, Paul Whitlock, DHC, open and affirming, UCC, DOC Paul Whitlock No