Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

The Rev. Rachel Dykzeul The sermon reflects on the life of St. Francis of Assisi, who abandoned wealth and status after a vision redirected him to serve God rather than worldly success. Francis embraced poverty, compassion, and stewardship of all creation, making his legacy one of faith rather than wealth. Mother Rachel connects Francis’s example to the parish’s stewardship campaign, urging the community to see generosity not as financial transaction but as investment in God’s transforming work. Unlike corporations that measure success in profit, the church’s mission is to nurture relationships, support one another, and follow Christ. True legacy is not found in money or reputation but in Christ, who makes generosity and love endure across generations.