Meditation for 28 April 2010 From The Rev. Peter A. Munson Matthew 5:21-24 21 ‘You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, “You shall not murder”; and “whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.” 22But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will [...]
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Meditation for April 21, 2010
Meditation for 21 April 2010 From The Rev. Peter A. Munson Matthew 4:18-25 18 As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the lake—for they were fishermen. 19And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make [...]
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Love Conquers Hate and Betrayal
EASTER 3C – Acts 9:1-20; Psalm 30; Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:1-19 – 18 April 2010 – A sermon preached by The Rev. Peter A. Munson for St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, Boulder, Colorado Love Conquers Hate and Betrayal INTRODUCTION – Protest at Pomona High School? My daughter, Hannah, came home from school about a week ago [...]
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Meditation for 14 April 2010 From The Rev. Peter A. Munson Psalm 13 and John 15:1-5 Psalm 13 How long, O Lord? Will you forget me for ever? How long will you hide your face from me? 2How long must I bear pain in my soul, and have sorrow in my heart all day long? [...]
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Good News – St. Ambrose commended by the Diocese
GOOD NEWS – ST. AMBROSE COMMENDED BY THE DIOCESE The Rev. Heather Melton reported recently that at the March meeting of the Standing Committee of the Diocese, St. Ambrose was singled out as a model church because of our faithful giving to the diocese in 2009. We not only met our pledge to the diocese [...]
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The Path to Receiving New Life – 4 April 2010
EASTER DAY – Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; 1 Cor.15:19-26; John 20:1-18 – 4 April 2010 – A sermon given by The Rev. Peter A. Munson for St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, Boulder, Colorado The Path to Receiving New Life INTRODUCTION – The Christian life The Christian life is not just one thing. It’s knowing that [...]
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Judgment vs. Love (Old Ways and New Possibilities) – 2 April 2010
GOOD FRIDAY – Isaiah 53:13-53:12; Psalm 22; Hebrews 10:16-25; John 18:1-19:42 – 2 April 2010 – A sermon given by The Rev. Peter A. Munson for St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, Boulder, Colorado A Day of Old Ways and New Possibilities INTRODUCTION – Horrific words and images The words that we just heard and the pictures [...]
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Serving (Indiscriminately) Until the End – 31 March 2010
Meditation for 31 March 2010 Wednesday in Holy Week From The Rev. Peter A. Munson John 13:21-30 21 After saying this Jesus was troubled in spirit, and declared, ‘Very truly, I tell you, one of you will betray me.’ 22The disciples looked at one another, uncertain of whom he was speaking. 23One of his disciples—the [...]
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Worshiping God: A Rebellious Act – 28 March 2010
PALM SUNDAY (Year C) – Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 31:9-16; Philippians 2:5-11; Luke 19:29-40 – 28 March 2010 – A sermon given by The Rev. Peter A. Munson for St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, Boulder, Colorado Worshiping God: An Act of Rebellion INTRODUCTION – Are you a little rebel? Raise your hand if you believe there is [...]
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Receiving the Kingdom as a Child – 24 March 2010
Mediation for 24 March 2010 From The Rev. Peter A. Munson Mark 10:13-16 13 People were bringing little children to him in order that he might touch them; and the disciples spoke sternly to them. 14But when Jesus saw this, he was indignant and said to them, ‘Let the little children come to me; do [...]
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Being Lost, Being Found – 14 March 2010
Lent 4C – Joshua 5:9-12; Psalm 32; 2 Corinthians 5:16-21; Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 – 14 March 2010 – A sermon preached by The Rev. Peter A. Munson for St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, Boulder, Colorado Being Lost and Allowing Ourselves to Be Found INTRODUCTION – Jesus and the lost The Gospels tell us that Jesus spent [...]
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Wanting a Sign, Missing the Signs – 17 March 2010
Meditation for 17 March 2010 From The Rev. Peter A. Munson Mark 8:11-13 11 The Pharisees came and began to argue with him, asking him for a sign from heaven, to test him. 12And he sighed deeply in his spirit and said, ‘Why does this generation ask for a sign? Truly I tell you, no sign [...]
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Transformational Learning Community – 1st meeting – Saturday, April 10th 9:30am – 12:30pm
As a follow-up to our March parish retreat, we are offering an opportunity for people to become a part of a group in which they can practice the principles of appreciation, responsibility, and transparency. In addition, there will be some other materials introduced each month throughout the year – such as commitment, giving and receiving [...]
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Parish Forum – Sunday, Aprl 25 9:30a in Friendship Hall
Join us in Friendship Hall on Sunday, April 25th between services as we discuss what it means to be a member of St. Ambrose. Everyone is invited to attend and join in this meaningful discussion. Whether you are a new member, a “well-seasoned” member or someone considering joining our parish, you are invited to attend [...]
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Lenten “walk to Jerusalem” a success!!
We made it to Jerusalem!!! Many parishioners logged and kept track of their miles during lent and we “walked” the distance to Jerusalem, approximately 6892 miles!!!! Thanks everyone for walking/biking/swimming/skiing/running, etc during Lent . . . we made it to Jerusalem with 45.7 miles to spare!! Way to go, Ambrosians. Now, keep moving so we [...]
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Buy grocery cards to benefit Habitat for Humanity
We can fund 1/6 of a local Habitat house in just three years time, simply by buying groceries! We’ve become a partner with Flatirons Habitat for Humanity in their Apostles Build Program. Your purchase of Safeway or King Soopers gift cards after either service makes a huge difference. Bring your check book and see either [...]
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Lenten “Walk to Jerusalem” a success!
We made it to Jerusalem!!! The St. Ambrose community was a busy place this lent! Many parishioners tracked their mileage each week and we “walked to Jerusalem”, a total of approximately 6892 miles!!! Thanks everyone for walking/biking/swimming/skiing/running, etc during Lent . . . we made it to Jerusalem with 45.7 miles to spare!! Way to [...]
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Women’s Book Group April and May meetings
All women 21+ are invited to join the book group. We select a new book each month and meet the 3rd Sunday of the month. We meet at 4:30pm at Brasserie Ten Ten on Walnut Street, across from the St. Julian in Boulder. Upcoming books and dates: April 18: Children of the Water by Carleen [...]
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Women’s book group April and May meetings
All women 21+ are invited to join the book group. We select a new book each month and meet the 3rd Sunday of the month. We meet at 4:30pm at Brasserie Ten Ten on Walnut Street, across from the St. Julian in Boulder. Upcoming books and dates: April 18: Children of the Water by Carleen [...]
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Grocery Cards to benefit Habitat for Humanity
We can fund 1/6 of a local Habitat house in just three years time, simply by buying groceries! We’ve become a partner with Flatirons Habitat for Humanity in their Apostles Build Program. Your purchase of Safeway or King Soopers gift cards after either service makes a huge difference. Bring your check book and see either [...]
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Parish forum – Sunday, April 25th 9:30a
Join us in Friendship Hall on Sunday, April 25th between services as we discuss what it means to be a member of St. Ambrose. Everyone is invited to attend and join in this meaningful discussion. Whether you are a new member, a “well-seasoned” member or someone considering joining our parish, you are invited to attend [...]
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Happy April Birthdays
Henry Smith Betty Bowersox DeAnn Dickinson Jill Geissler Phillip Reed James Stott Elizabeth Morris Ellen Horn-Lamb Holly McElhaney Chris Balch Forrest Gauch Christopher Preston Carolyn Elliott Jimmy Howard Nancy Hillmer Joey Morris Tory O’Brien Liam Walsh Eli Walsh Amy Harpool Dorothea Reiff