Harry J. Heintz loves sailing. And reading and writing. And his wife and family. And God. And baseball. And life. He has been writing for years, for sermons, teachings, and observations about life and faith. Friends and family have urged him to start a blog. With their help and encouragement, here goes.
Recent Posts
Confidently Incompetent
[This sermon was delivered at Perinton Presbyterian Church on the occasion of the installation of Laura Fry as new pastor. The text is 2 Corinthians 2:14-3:6.] Sometimes a movie title take on a life longer and more significant than the movie itself. Such was the case with a movie that came out a dozen … Continue reading Confidently Incompetent
For All the Saints (including us)
[I preached this sermon on All Saints Sunday, 11/3/19, at Community of the Savior, where we know how to celebrate this great holy-day. Texts: Ephesians 1:11-23 and Luke 6:20-31.] Is this a Hallmark Company conspiracy? Now we have national days for just about everything. Today, November 3, is National Sandwich Day and National Housewife’s Day, … Continue reading For All the Saints (including us)
A Persistent, Persevering, Pugnacious Widow
[This sermon was delivered at Gates Presbyterian Church, Rochester NY on 10/20/19.] Thirteen days ago, the first Monday of October, the Supreme Court of our land began its new term under heightened coverage. This supreme court term is filled with drama. Will Ruth Bader Ginsburg be well enough to finish another term? Will new … Continue reading A Persistent, Persevering, Pugnacious Widow
Sunrise, October 16, 2019: a sunrise to remember
I have been to scores of Easter sunrise/sonrise services, always loving the drama of beginning worship outside in the dark, usually in a cemetery, and having the sun slowly peak over the eastern horizon. I have seen numerous sunrises, always enjoying the slow emergence of the light. But usually I would be driving … Continue reading Sunrise, October 16, 2019: a sunrise to remember
