the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost/Feast of St. Francis

The Rev. Emily Boring In this sermon, preached on St. Francis Day, the Rev. Emily Boring explores the story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts, emphasizing the dangers of deceit and selfishness with worldly possessions. She contrasts this with the life of St. Francis, who embraced poverty to live in accordance with his values and devotion to God. She calls the congregation to reflect on their relationship with wealth and stewardship, urging them to align their resources with their faith and values, finding freedom in generosity. The sermon concludes with St. Francis’s famous Peace Prayer.