Welcome back to Holy Trinity, and Happy New Year. This week we celebrate Epiphany Sunday with readings from The Magi by Malcolm Guite and Gospel According to Matthew. Sara Boyles offers a homily that delves into the historical and symbolic interpretations of the Magi, Herod’s role as a figure of fear and oppression, and the guiding role of the star. The sermon suggests that the star symbolizes the divine light within everyone, encouraging listeners to embrace compassion, wisdom, and a sense of community.

Seventh Sunday of Easter
This week we celebrate Jesus’ Ascension into heaven as we read from Acts of the Apostles and a Poem by Rebecca Elson. The homily is