The Homily
by Will Rose
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She Shows Up: The Holy Spirit (yes, she) Steers the Church — He…
She Shows Up: The Holy Spirit (yes, she) Steers the Church — He…
About this podcast
Pastor Will Rose delivers the homily at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chapel Hill, NC. Just like the Bible, these messages were made for a particular people at a particular time, but we hope you can find solace and truth in these timeless messages.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 38 episodes
- She Shows Up: The Holy Spirit (yes, she) Steers the Church — He Breaks Down Crosses, Transfiguration, and Traffic Circles · 17 min · Episode 29Pastor Chill Will drives home one clear message right away: following Jesus means heading toward Jerusalem—embracing suffering, death, and resurrection—and taking up a cross…
- Jonah, a Fish, and a Grumpy Prophet — They Laugh and Learn About God’s Generosity · 17 min · Episode 31Pastor Will Rose drives straight to the heart of the message: God’s generosity flips human ideas of fairness—“the last will be first and the first will be last”—and calls people…
- From Masking to Mercy: Pastor Will on Honesty, Anxiety and Real Community · 16 min · Episode 30Pastor Will Rose’s main point is that love fulfills the law: reconciliation matters, so go directly to the person, listen carefully, bring witnesses if needed, and only then…
- The Samaritan Woman: A Model of Evangelism on International Women's Day · 20 min · Episode 28This episode features Pastor Katie Elkin Ziehr, delivering a poignant message in celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th, 2026. At the heart of her homily lies the…
- What Are You Seeking? Reflecting on Our Spiritual Longing · 16 min · Episode 27The homily delivered by Pastor Will Rose emphasizes the profound question posed by Jesus: "What are you looking for?" This inquiry serves as an invitation for individuals to…
- Exploring the Triune Nature of God in Jesus' Baptism · 16 min · Episode 26The homily delivered by Pastor Will Rose on January 11th, 2026, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, eloquently explores the profound significance of the Baptism of our Lord. At the…
- Epiphany Insights: Understanding God’s Unconditional Love · 18 min · Episode 25Pastor Will Rose's homily on this significant occasion of the 11th day of Christmas and Epiphany Sunday elucidates the profound tenet that God is a mystery, yet one that…
- A Christmas Homily: Embracing the Divine in Vulnerability · 19 min · Episode 24Pastor Will Rose's homily, delivered on Christmas Eve at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, eloquently captures the essence of the Christmas narrative, emphasizing the profound…
- Embracing the Longest Night: A Special Service of Reflection · 12 min · Episode 23This podcast episode centers on the poignant observance of the longest night of the year, which coincides with the third Sunday of Advent at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. The…
- The Voice in the Wilderness: John the Baptist's Call to Change · 16 min · Episode 22The salient point of Pastor Will Rose's homily is the profound reminder that the nearness of God often manifests in the most unexpected and unconventional locales, particularly…
- Christ the King: A Reflection on Power and Mercy · 18 min · Episode 21The central theme of Pastor Will Rose's homily centers on the profound significance of Christ the King Sunday, which culminates the liturgical year by inviting us to reflect on…
- Rally Day Reflections: Embracing Discipleship and Community · 19 min · Episode 20Pastor Will Rose's homily on Rally Day emphasizes the profound notion that everyone is welcomed and loved on God's team, as encapsulated in the teachings of Jesus. He challenges…
- Exploring the Anazao Podcast Network: 2025 Reflections and 2026 Aspirations - The Whole Church Podcast · 1 h 18 minThe foremost focus of this podcast episode is a thorough discussion among Joshua Noel, Christian Ashley, and Brandon Knight, regarding their individual podcasts under the Anazao…
- The Idle Tale: Reexamining the Significance of Easter in Our Lives · 17 min · Episode 18The central theme of Pastor Will Rose's homily delivered on Easter Sunday, 2025, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, revolves around the profound and transformative implications of…
- Navigating Hope Amidst Galactic Empires: A Homily for Star Wars Day · 20 min · Episode 19This homily, delivered by Pastor Will Rose on May 4th, 2025, aptly intertwines the profound hope embodied in Jesus Christ with the existential struggles depicted within the…
- The Epiphany of Calling: Following Jesus in Uncertain Times · 14 min · Episode 16The central theme of this homily, delivered by Pastor Will Rose on February 9th, is the transformative power of divine calling, particularly as it relates to the lives of…
- Beware of Deep Fake Jesus: A Lenten Reflection · 15 min · Episode 17Pastor Will Rose, affectionately known as "Chill Will from Chapel Hill," delivers a profound homily that urges listeners to discern the authenticity of their faith, particularly…
- From Punk to Philosophy: Dan Koch on Music and Identity - Some Joyful Noises · 47 minPastor Will Rose sits down with Dan Koch, a talented musician, podcaster, and licensed therapist, to explore the intricate connections between music, identity, and spirituality…
- A Philosophy of Concerts - Some Joyful Noises · 1 h 4 minPastor Will Rose and Dr Tripp Fuller discuss why they love live music and what it is about the human experience that resonates with singing worship hymns together, going to…
- Why "Some Joyful Noises"? - Some Joyful Noises · 2 minThis is a music podcast with no rhyme, no rhythm, and no reason! But really it's a podcast about community! We have no host, no schedule, and no format! This is a place for the…
