by Robin Lawrie | Mar 4, 2020 | Sermons
Thank you for inviting me here to St Stephen’s and thank you to my friend and colleague Reverend Willie. Although we only met a few years ago, it feels as if we have known each other for many more. St Stephens is so lucky to have such a kind, thoughtful, committed...
by Robin Lawrie | Jan 23, 2020 | Sermons
I’ve often thought that being a “John the Baptist” wouldn’t be such a bad thing. Oh, not the living in the wilderness and eating wild locusts part, but John‘s vocation is very appealing to me. John says clearly and loudly “after me comes one who ranks ahead of me.” ...
by Robin Lawrie | Jan 13, 2020 | Sermons
Are you having a nice Christmas? Despite the Valentine’s Day cards in the stores and the St. Patrick’s Day decorations available, for Christians today is the 12th day of Christmas. Christmas tells us that God has done a new thing – – coming into the...
by Robin Lawrie | Jan 13, 2020 | Sermons
The magical story of the wondrous star in the eastern sky and the journey of the magi or kings from far away lands to the humble manger in Bethlehem is the centerpiece of the Feast of the Epiphany which we celebrate on January 6. It seems to be scripture’s...
by Robin Lawrie | Dec 5, 2019 | Sermons
Sermon for World AIDS Day 2019 Matthew 24:36-44 It wasn’t a typo or a mistake in the bulletin! At least one person saw my name and thought How did that happen? Well, I’m really the preacher today! Because as most of you know, I co-chair the AIDS Ministry, today is...