The one thousand sermons of this archive are a record of the thoughtful steps in Richard Rhem's journey as it deepened in the 1980s and then continued to evolve from a conservative beginning until it led him to his ultimate understanding: an open mind and a warm heart must be grounded in the Way of Love, and must affirm the quest and insight of all faiths. On that foundation can be built a community that practices religion not as dogma but as dialogue, mutual enrichment and understanding.
"Dick Rhem is the best teacher-preacher I have ever heard in my life." Marcus Borg
What's the Holy Father To Do With a Mother Like Rosie O'Donnell?
Mothers' Day;
Eastertide VI
Matthew 19:14; I Corinthians 13:13
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
May 12, 2002
Empathy, Community of Faith
Suffering: The Need For Another
Maundy Thursday
Luke 22; 14-24
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
April 08, 1993
Community of Faith, Passover, Suffering,
Job, Empathy
Living with Care
Epiphany V
Isaiah 42:3, 6; Matthew 9:36
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
February 17, 1985
Servant Songs, Hebrew Scriptures, Meaning,
Servanthood, Empathy, Awareness
On Being Available to Another
Galations 6: 1-10
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
September 05, 1982
Transformation, Alcoholics Anonymous,
Unconditional Love, Empathy