Emmanuel Episcopal Church-Petoskey, Michigan

09/06/2026

Reconciliation Among All Peoples

The Rev Daniel Linnenberg on Sunday, 9/6, explored the theme of reconciliation, emphasizing the challenge of maintaining love and connection when people hold deeply different opinions and beliefs—wise words for our time.

08/30/2026

A Reading (Lesson) from the letter of Paul to the Romans.

Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law. The commandments, "You shall not commit adultery, You shall not kill, You shall not steal, You shall not covet," and any other commandment, are summed up in this sentence, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.

08/26/2026

08/17/2026

View from the Pew: Mercy in the Everyday

Reverend Kay Houck invited us to lean into mercy as a local, specific, and love‑rooted practice. Drawing on Pope Leo and Gospel stories — especially the Canaanite woman and Jesus’ tender encounters — she explored how mercy can arise through imperfect humanity, persistent love, and the courage to advocate for inclusive community. Kay urged us to ask where compassion is at work among us, who we might be overlooking, and how small acts of service together sustain and save the life of the parish.

Join us in reflecting and acting: watch the sermon on YouTube (starts at 21:25) to hear her full message and blessing, and consider what small gestures you can offer this week to keep our community afloat.

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08/01/2026

The Forum Class at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Petoskey will offer a series on The Four Loves by C.S. Lewis, author of Mere Christianity and The Chronicles of Narnia, beginning Sunday, August 9, in the Wood Fellowship Hall at 11:45 am. The series will feature Lewis’ thoughts and writings on: Storge (affection), Philia (friendship), Eros (romantic love), Agape (charity that comes from God). The annual C.S. Lewis Festival in Petoskey is Oct. 1-4, www.cslewisfestival.org. EEC 1020 East Mitchell Street, Petoskey, MI 49770, eecpetoskey.org.

07/29/2026

View from the Pew

Reverend Kay Houck’s “Parable Reflection” sermon uses the treasure-in-a-field parable to remind us that God’s kingdom—belonging, mercy, and peace—often appears unexpectedly in ordinary moments. She weaves lectionary images and personal stories of vulnerability to urge us to slow down, notice spiritual treasures, and pursue wholeness for ourselves and others. Watch the sermon video starting at 23:10 to hear her full reflection.

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