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Love, the Bridge between Now and Then
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on January 12, 2015 entitled "Love, the Bridge between Now and Then", on the occasion of Funeral Service for Mary June Packer, at Grand Haven, Michigan. Scripture references: I Corinthians 13: 4-13, I John 4:…
Rhem Family Christmas Service
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on December 25, 2014 entitled "Rhem Family Christmas Service", on the occasion of Christmas Day, at Whispering Sands Drive, West Olive, MI.
The Old Story Ever New: Formation and Freedom
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on November 23, 2014 entitled "The Old Story Ever New: Formation and Freedom", on the occasion of Park Street Discussion Group, at Park Church, Grand Rapids, MI.
Restless Mind and Quiet Heart: Quest and Rest
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on September 28, 2014 entitled "Restless Mind and Quiet Heart: Quest and Rest", on the occasion of Freedom Village Service, at Freedom Village Chapel, Holland, MI. Scripture references: Job 23: 1-10, Psalm 42:…
Reflections on a Life
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on March 6, 2014 entitled "Reflections on a Life", on the occasion of Funeral Meditation on the Liife of William A. Struck, at Grand Haven, Michigan. Scripture references: I Corinthians 13:12.
The Grace to Let Go As Death Approaches
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on February 27, 2014 entitled "The Grace to Let Go As Death Approaches", on the occasion of Funeral Meditation and Prayer for Richard J. Westhoff, at VBK Chapel, Grand Haven, Michigan. Scripture references: I…
Face to Face, Now and Then
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on January 24, 2014 entitled "Face to Face, Now and Then", on the occasion of Funeral Service for Norman Campbell, at First Congregational Church, Muskegon, Michigan. Scripture references: Psalm 16: 5-8, 11, I…
A Profile in Love
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on August 1, 2013 entitled "A Profile in Love", on the occasion of Funeral Service for Dorothy Kruizenga Boelens, at St. John's Episcopal Chruch, Grand Haven, Michigan. Scripture references: Ecclesiastes…
A Tribute to a Lady Full of Grace
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on May 31, 2013 entitled "A Tribute to a Lady Full of Grace", on the occasion of Barbara Dee Timmer Memorial Service, at Hope Church, Holland, Michigan.
The LOVE That Loves Us
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on May 25, 2013 entitled "The LOVE That Loves Us", on the occasion of Meditation for Margaret Feldmann Kruizenga, at Freedom Village, Holland, Michigan. Scripture references: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, 11, 13, I John…
Rock Solid - Soft Center
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on March 2, 2013 entitled "Rock Solid - Soft Center", on the occasion of Meditation for Marvin Bottema, at Spring Lake, Michigan. Scripture references: Psalm 16:8, Romans 8:31, 35-39.
Present to the Presence - Living with Awareness of God in Whom We Trust
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on July 29, 2012 entitled "Present to the Presence - Living with Awareness of God in Whom We Trust", on the occasion of Lakeshore Interfaith Center Gathering, at Lakeshore Interfaith Center, Ganges. Scripture…
The Gift of Life: The Face of God
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on July 3, 2012 entitled "The Gift of Life: The Face of God", on the occasion of Meditation for the Funeral of Louise Zevalkink , at Fifth Reformed Church, Grand Rapids. Scripture references: Exodus 33:17-23,…
The Trinity: The Heart Has Reasons
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on June 3, 2012 entitled "The Trinity: The Heart Has Reasons", on the occasion of Lakeshore Interfaith Center Gathering, at Lakeshore Interfaith Center, Ganges. Scripture references: John 1:1-5, 18, 14:1-20, I…
The Presence of God in the Face of Love
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on April 29, 2012 entitled "The Presence of God in the Face of Love", on the occasion of Harbour Unitarian Universalist Church, at Harbor Unitarian Universalist, Muskegon. Scripture references: John 1:1-5, 14,…
Love Never Ends
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on November 30, 2011 entitled "Love Never Ends", on the occasion of Fred Meijer Memorial Service Meditation, at Sunshine Community Church, Grand Rapids. Scripture references: I Corinthians 13, Luke 10:25-37.
Only a Poem Will Do - When Gratitude Fills the Heart
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on November 20, 2011 entitled "Only a Poem Will Do - When Gratitude Fills the Heart", on the occasion of Thanksgiving Sunday; St. John's Episcopal Church, at St. John's Episcopal Church, Grand Haven.…
Life's Deepest Questions Before the Mystery of God
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on August 21, 2011 entitled "Life's Deepest Questions Before the Mystery of God", on the occasion of Lakeshore Interfaith Center Gathering, at Lakeshore Interfaith Center, Ganges. Scripture references: Job…
Love At the Core: The Grain of the Universe
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on July 17, 2011 entitled "Love At the Core: The Grain of the Universe", on the occasion of Lakeshore Interfaith Center Gathering, at Lakeshore Interfaith Center, Ganges.
Bread and Wine: A Sacrament of Dependence and Hope
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on July 4, 2011 entitled "Bread and Wine: A Sacrament of Dependence and Hope", on the occasion of Independence Day Celebration of a Family, at A Family Home. Scripture references: Psalm 16:5-11, I Corinthians…
The Way of Jesus: The Road Not Taken
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on April 10, 2011 entitled "The Way of Jesus: The Road Not Taken", on the occasion of Lent, at St. John's Episcopal Church, Grand Haven. Scripture references: Mark 8:31-9:1.
The Lure of Love: The Christmas Revelation
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on December 19, 2010 entitled "The Lure of Love: The Christmas Revelation", on the occasion of Advent Evensong, at St. John's Episcopal Church, Grand Haven. Scripture references: I John 4:7-9, 12, 16, 19, Luke…
John and Jesus, A Graceful Parting
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on December 5, 2010 entitled "John and Jesus, A Graceful Parting", on the occasion of Advent Evensong, at St. John's Episcopal Church, Grand Haven. Scripture references: Psalm 114-115, Isaiah 5: 1-7, II Peter…
The Celebration of Life and Death in Community
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on October 31, 2010 entitled "The Celebration of Life and Death in Community", on the occasion of All Saints Day, at Above & Beyond Banquet Hall, Norton Shores. Scripture references: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13,…