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
To the Wonder, Glory, Miracle and Joy of Life!
Epiphany V
Ecclesiastes 3; Philippians 4
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
February 08, 2004
Littlefair, Natural Religion, wonder,
miracle of life
One Reality - Rigorous Science, Passionate Religion
Epiphany VII
Isaiah 46:1-4; Psalm 8
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
February 22, 2004
Natural Religion
Religion: Response To Mystery Emerging Naturally
Pentecost XII
Psalm 8; Acts 17:16-23; John 1:1-5, 14-18
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
August 31, 2003
Divine Intention, Natural Religion,
Divine Mystery
Reenchantment Without Supernaturalism
Pentecost XI
Creation: God's Ecstasy, David Ray Griffin
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
August 04, 2002
Immanence, Natural religion,
Process theology
The Self-Creating Universe and the Problem of Good
Pentecost XII
John 1:1, 14; 4:16
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
August 11, 2002
Immanence, Natural religion,
Process theology
The Garment of God
Pentecost XIII
Genesis 1:24-31; Psalm 8; John 1:1-5, 14-18;
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
August 18, 2002
Immanence, Natural religion,
Process theology
Hunger For God
Pentecost XIX
Romans 8:12-27; Luke 12:13-21
Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI
September 29, 2002
Natural religion, cosmic evolution,
Divine Mystery