Third Sunday of Easter

The Rev. Emily Boring The preacher recalls a formative summer spent aboard a marine research vessel, where awe at the vastness and mystery of the ocean inspired a peaceful acceptance of their own smallness and mortality. This experience parallels the final scene in John’s gospel, where the resurrected Jesus meets the disciples by the sea, helps them catch a miraculous number of fish, and shows that divine presence is often found in everyday moments. The sermon emphasizes recognizing Christ not only through miracles or scripture, but in the abundance, diversity, and interconnectedness of all creation.