What a blessing to be with the people of St. Andrew’s, Pasadena this morning to mark the first Sunday in Lent. The “wilderness” of this holy season can be so challenging — spiritually (and in all the ways); it is comforting and encouraging to know that Christ is fully present with us in the “harsh desert landscapes” of our lives.

The community of St. Andrew’s is living out their ministry, with God’s help, in such powerful ways. I was moved by the faithfulness and dedication of their lay leaders and had a lot of fun serving with Deacon Gail Tucker. Thanks to their rector, Fr. Jason Poling, for the invitation to preach and preside.
Bishop, Deacon and Flossie Rollhauser.

Bishop, Deacon and Flossie Rollhauser.

St. Andrew’s Pulpit

St. Andrew’s Pulpit

Bible in a year studying before service with our special guest!

Bible in a year studying before service with our special guest!

Choir

Choir

Bishop Kristofer Lindh-Payne and Terry Mclain

Bishop Kristofer Lindh-Payne and Terry Mclain

Streaming Studio, thanks Mark and Liz!

Streaming Studio, thanks Mark and Liz!

Gospel reading

Gospel reading

Altar

Altar

Our Junior Warden and the Bishop

Our Junior Warden and the Bishop

Charlie preparing for service

Charlie preparing for service

Bishop and Jessica.

Bishop and Jessica.

Deacon Gail

Deacon Gail