Messages from Douglas UCC
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This podcast features homilies delivered by Pastor Sal Sapienza at Douglas Congregational United Church of Christ -- a progressive, inclusive, open and affirming faith community located in Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan. To learn more, visit https://www.douglasucc.org

Pushed to the Edge!

What did Jesus say to make people try to push him off a cliff? Sometimes, when we speak Truth, people will push us away. It's why many people remain s...
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Oneness, Not Sameness

We are all one, but oneness is not sameness. Pastor Sal talks about Bishop John Shelby Spong's book, ‘Biblical Literalism: A Gentile Heresy,’ and shar...
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Jesus and Martin

Today we hear the story of Jesus's first miracle, which symbolizes the union of humanity and the Christ. We also celebrate the life and spirit of name...
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Is Baptism Necessary?

Do we need to be baptized in order to be saved? Most Christians have been baptized, either as infants or as adults. Pastor Sal explores the purpose of...
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Preparing the Way

John the Baptist cries out in the wilderness, ‘Prepare ye the way of the Lord!’ Pastor Sal talks about what that means and how we prepare ourselves.
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The Birth of the Light in YOU

As we light our first Advent candle, Pastor Sal gives an inspiring Progressive Christian message on the power of hope. The season of Advent is not jus...
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