A Lent of Mercy or a Lent of Sacrifice?
A Lent of Mercy or a Lent of Sacrifice?
Sermon by The Rev. Ed Bacon
March 1, 2026
This sermon reflects on how God’s mercy invites us into new life each day. Through the images of the shepherd and the vine, we are reminded that divine love already flows within us, though we sometimes block it through our choices. Even in moments of failure, God’s response is not condemnation but mercy that restores and renews us. Lent becomes an invitation to let that love flow again, living each day as a new beginning shaped by grace rather than guilt.
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Our Community Trunk-or-Treat will be held on Wednesday, October 28th, beginning at 5:30pm and lasting until 7:00pm in the church preschool parking lot. Everyone is invited to join us for pizza, hot dogs, chips, and water. There will be a Trunk Decorating Contest with prizes for Most Creative, Best Overall, and Best Costume. We will also have make-your-own treat bag stations for kids to enjoy. You can get involved by providing a trunk, choosing a theme, decorating it, and registering in advance since spaces are limited. We are collecting candy in a bin in the Great Hall, and please consider signing up to help by clicking here . You may also donate money on Realm by selecting “Trunk-or-Treat” in the dropdown, or volunteer to help with setup and cleanup at the link above. If you have any questions contact Kathleen Busbee, kbusbee@allsaintsbhm.org






