
Let Your Light Shine | The Rev. Robert A. Jacobs, Deacon
Feb 3, | Celebration, Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
When was the last time you thought about your relationship with the Lord? How is it? Do others see the light of Christ shining in your eyes and from your face? Do you serve the Lord letting your light shine in the darkness, or do you only allow it to shine in the light, among other Christians, where it may not be seen? Does your salt flavor the world or does it harm those around you?
We need to get out and salt the world and lead the lost to the light of Jesus Christ. If we are not doing so, then we need to ask the Lord to forgive us where we have failed Him….
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Come Together | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector
Jan 27, 2023 | Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
As you have heard and read over the past weeks, the Annual Meeting of Church of the Holy Apostles is scheduled for this Sunday, January 29. It is a general expectation...
A Milestone Year at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen
Jan 25, 2023 | Food for the Soul
2022 was a milestone year at our soup kitchen and food pantry. It marked 40 years since our founding, and it also was the year we served more meals than at any other...
Our Warming Center is Open!
Jan 25, 2023 | Donate, Food for the Soul
On nights when the temperature in New York City dips below 32 degrees, a different sort of community forms at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen: a group of guests who...
Celebrating the Life of Founder Rand Frew
Jan 25, 2023 | Food for the Soul
“We’re where we’re supposed to be, and we’re going to feed people one good meal every weekday, no questions asked, no one turned away.” Those were the words of soup...
The Sacredness of All | The Rev. Susan E. Hill, Associate Rector
Jan 20, 2023 | Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
On Sunday mornings this Epiphany season we are offering an Adult Forum series called, “Eco Saints.” We are highlighting people of remarkable faith who have particularly...
Life Could Be A Dream | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector
Jan 13, 2023 | Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
It’s easy to dismiss dreams. While we may find them interesting, we rarely take them seriously. If our dreams have been pleasant, we smile to ourselves as we wake,...
Baptism | The Rev. Robert A. Jacobs, Deacon
Jan 6, 2023 | Celebration, Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
On Sunday we will hear the story of Jesus’ Baptism. As he came out of the Jordan River, a voice from heaven was heard to say, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I...
Celebration | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector
Dec 30, 2022 | Celebration, Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
The picture below is a rendering of Exodus 15:20-21. The Israelites have just crossed through the Red Sea, and the Egyptian army has drowned in the water rushing back...
The Holidays at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry
Dec 27, 2022 | Food for the Soul
During our Food Pantry over the last two weeks, gratitude filled the space as parents and grandparents picked out holiday toys for their children and grandchildren....
Meditation for the Eve of Christmas Eve | The Rev. Susan E. Hill, Associate Rector
Dec 23, 2022 | Celebration, Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
One of the best bumper stickers I ever saw was this: Don’t Postpone Joy! It might seem like following that exhortation should be easiest to do at this time of year....
Grateful Preparation | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector
Dec 16, 2022 | Celebration, Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
With only one week to go until Christmas, we may find ourselves caught up in the final stretch of last-minute preparations. For me that includes some version of the...
Expectations | The Rev. Robert A. Jacobs, Deacon
Dec 9, 2022 | Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
Have you ever been in a situation where people did not live up to the hopes and expectations you had for them? If so, you can probably understand why John the Baptist...
Advent Focus | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector
Dec 2, 2022 | Community, International, Pulpit Posts, World
It’s hard for those of us who are older to believe, but the musical production of The Lion King is marking twenty-five years on Broadway. First an animated movie and...
Searching for Home with Judith Rubenstein
Dec 2, 2022 | Food for the Soul, News & Events, Volunteer Stories
Meet one of Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen’s partners: Judith Rubenstein, a New York City-based artist and volunteer. Judith has partnered with Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen...
Guest Story: Maria
Nov 29, 2022 | Food for the Soul
During the holiday season, community is especially important. For many of our neighbors, the community at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen provides them with comfort and...
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