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"The People May Drink" for the Eighteenth Sunday Year A Pentecost, Sept. 27, 2026.

Based on Exodus 17:1-7a.

You can read the transcript here: bit.ly/4xvnMXu

Written and recorded by Rev. Dr. Cheryl A. Lindsay, UCC Minister for Worship and T... more

"Heard Your Complaining" for the Seventeenth Sunday Year A Pentecost, Sept. 20, 2026.

Based on Exodus 16:2-15.You can read the transcript here: bit.ly/3VoTTul

Written and recorded by Rev. Dr. Cheryl A. Lindsay, UCC Minister for Worship and ... more

"To Settle Accounts" for the Sixteenth Sunday Year A Pentecost, Sept. 13, 2026.

Based on Matthew 18:21-35.You can read the transcript here: bit.ly/4iMBGAH

Written and recorded by Rev. Dr. Cheryl A. Lindsay, UCC Minister for Worship and Theo... more

"There Among Them" for the Fifteenth Sunday Year A Pentecost, Year A, Sept. 6, 2026.

Based on Matthew 18:15-20.You can read the transcript here: bit.ly/4izWQBS

Written and recorded by Rev. Dr. Cheryl A. Lindsay, UCC Minister for Worship and... more

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Recent Guests

Reverend Michelle Ledesma Baer
Chaplain working with college students and UCC pastor
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Episode: "Good Trouble Cafe" - Fill the JAR - Episode 012
Reverend Jason Coulter
Senior Pastor of First Congregational Church of Evanston and activist with Arise Chicago
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Episode: "Worker Solidarity from the Pulpit to the Streets" - Fill the JAR - Episode 011
Peggy Matteson
Chair of Wellness Ministries at the United Church of Christ.
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Episode: "Wellness Ministries" - Fill the JAR - Episode 010
Julie Taylor
Executive Director of National Farmworker Ministry since 2015.
National Farmworker Ministry
Episode: "Solidarity with Farmworkers" - Fill the JAR - Episode 009
Rev. Ryan Downing
Pastor at Faith United Church of Christ
Faith United Church of Christ
Episode: "Faith Works in Solidarity With Workers" - Fill the JAR - Episode 008
Chuck Hauck
Member of the Faith Works Committee at Faith United Church of Christ
Faith United Church of Christ
Episode: "Faith Works in Solidarity With Workers" - Fill the JAR - Episode 008
Laura Cannata
Reverend and member of the United Church of Christ Disability Ministries Board
United Church of Christ
Episode: "Accessible to All" - Fill the JAR - Episode 007
Reverend Dr. Sarah Lund
Minister for Disabilities and Mental Health Justice at UCC, and Senior Pastor of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Indianapolis, Indiana.
United Church of Christ
Episode: "Disabilities & Mental Health Justice" - Fill the JAR - Episode 006
Michelle L. Turrigan
Senior Pastor of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Belleville, Illinois
St. Paul's United Church of Christ
Episode: "Again Rejoice" - Third Sunday of Advent in Year C - Seeds & Ways

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Cheryl A. Lindsay
Host of Seeds & Ways; Reverend Doctor for Worship and Theology at the United Church of Christ; minister and theologian with a focus on worship, theology, and church leadership.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Thank You

    I grew up in the UCC and now live far away from any churches in this tradition. These beautiful mini-sermons remind me of what I love about the church. Thank you and god bless you.

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    MarathonsandLibraries
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Stories of inspiration

    Every week I count on listening to John's perspectives on living. I feel more ready to take action where I'm needed to act or listen to what needs to be heard. He's like the spirit, as we say at my home church, able to "push us into places we may not necessarily go ourselves."

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    EmRoMar
    United States10 years ago
  • Let There Be Peace

    I can’t say that I have been a constant advocate of peace but deep in my heart I pray for it. Caring for our fellow man through helping and sharing, both acts of love, are ways toward peace on earth. Getting to know our neighbor, both near and far, is a step toward peace on earth. For when we know each other we find the many similarities that God has built within us even if our interests, lifestyles and cultures are different. I think Minister Dorhauer is on to something here and I like it. ... more

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    onedplustwo
    United States11 years ago

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"Good Trouble Cafe" - Fill the JAR - Episode 012
Q: If you wouldn't mind sharing your journey to your current role slash roles and those intersections with economic justice issues that I teased out.
Michelle discusses her diverse career path that has followed the Holy Spirit in seeking justice, her transition from a successful tech career to nonprofit work, and her current engagement with economic justice.
"Worker Solidarity from the Pulpit to the Streets" - Fill the JAR - Episode 011
Q: Where can communities begin their involvement in labor justice?
Communities can organize events such as Labor Sunday, engage in Know Your Rights training for immigrants, and participate in public demonstrations for worker justice.
"Worker Solidarity from the Pulpit to the Streets" - Fill the JAR - Episode 011
Q: How does the mission of Arise Chicago manifest in local communities?
Arise Chicago focuses on building solid networks of faith communities to support worker justice through action, labor relations, and faith initiatives.
"Worker Solidarity from the Pulpit to the Streets" - Fill the JAR - Episode 011
Q: What came first, labor organizing or pastoring, or are they synonymous?
Both roles stem from a desire to see justice in the world, though they represent different pathways to achieving that.
"Solidarity with Farmworkers" - Fill the JAR - Episode 009
Q: How can communities of faith and conscience better collectivize?
Julie explains the importance of following the lead of farm worker organizations and emphasizes local actions that can leverage collective power for change.

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The collection centers on reflective, sermon-like explorations of biblical narratives and theological themes, framed by pastoral insight from a United Church of Christ minister. Episodes often connect ancient texts to contemporary life, emphasizing hospitality, trust, rest, social justice, and communal worship. A distinctive thread is the way scholarly resources and lectionary-guided materials (Sermon Seeds, Weekly Seeds) are integrated for worship planning and personal growth. The host's approach blends scriptural exegesis with practical guidance for church communities, musicians, and clergy, making it especially useful for faith leaders seeking ready-to-use messaging and ideas for ministry.

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