The Shape of the Cross

Mar 24, 2024  •  The Rev. Charlie Holt

Paul's hymn in Philippians 2 traces a parabola, as Christ empties himself, descends to the cross, and is exalted to the throne, a shape meant to mark both the Christian life and Christian community. The sermon points to St. Mark's own cruciform nave, a couple whose marriage was saved by this passage, and a hospitalized parishioner who learned humility. It invites hearers to set their course for the cross this Holy Week.