Embrace Imperfection: The Human Heart of Sainthood
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Books
- "Deuteronomy" - Mentioned as the source for the sermon's scripture reading about Moses.
People Mentioned
- Bob Stewart - Remembered for his laughter, comedic presence, and joy, and for honoring a colleague with a roast.
- Mary Lewis - A former member of the congregation who moved to Louisville, Kentucky.
- Mother Teresa (Saint Teresa of Calcutta) - Mentioned as a well-known saint.
- Saint Paul - Referenced as a saint from the New Testament.
- Saint Bonaventure - Mentioned as a saint.
- Saint Francis of Assisi - Mentioned as a saint.
- Saint Aquinas - Mentioned as a saint.
- Saint Drogo - A Celtic saint known for being unattractive, and thus the patron saint of unattractive people.
- Saint Fiacre - A sixth-century Celtic saint who is the patron saint of gardening and hemorrhoids.
- Jerry Shepherd - A former senior minister at South Elkhorn Christian Church who invested in the next generation of leaders.
- Candy Shepherd - Wife of Jerry Shepherd, also a member of the church community.
- Allen Campbell - A member of the congregation who has been undergoing treatment and rehab.
Organizations & Institutions
- South Elkhorn Christian Church - The church where the sermon was delivered.
Websites & Online Resources
- south elcorn cc org - The website for South Elkhorn Christian Church, where listeners can find bulletin material, reflection guides, and other resources.