The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III I was not the student who reminded the teacher to assign homework, but I have to confess that part of me was always glad to start the new school year.  Don’t get me wrong: I always wished that summer could be longer, and I was a bit sad when […]

The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III, Pastor  © 2021, Dr. Tamilio Advent is such a somber time.  Although we are preparing ourselves to commemorate the birth of Jesus — and the Gospel readings show us that we also use this time to prepare for Christ’s return at the end of time — it seems to […]

Advent II: Peace The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III, Pastor “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” ~ John 14:27 I have never been one prone to rest.  My wife, Cindy, is […]

ADVENT I REFLECTION: HOPE The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III Last summer, as many of you know, I was on sabbatical.  I spent those months doing a lot of reading, research and praying.  My focus was on both congregational care and evangelism.  Unfortunately, when I returned, I was hit with several funerals in September and […]