Episcopal Church Foundation Vestry Papers - for leading congregations

In this sermon, the Rev. Bradley Mattson explores Jesus' teachings about fulfilling God's law, emphasizing that creation is not just a backdrop but a beloved part of God's covenant. He emphasizes that Jesus did not come to abolish the law but to fulfill it, integrating God's law with creation. Mattson calls for a deeper commitment to love, justice, and faithfulness, treating their creation care grant not just as a project milestone but as an opportunity for deeper spiritual engagement and environmental restoration.

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In the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania, The Rev. Bradley Mattson serves as Convener of the Lancaster Convocation of Episcopal Churches, is a member of the Council of Trustees, and sits on the board of advisors of the Bishop Dean T. Stevenson School for Ministry.

As a bi-vocational minister, Bradley also maintains an active career as a credentialed Financial Professional, where he has built a private practice working with individuals, businesses, and non-profit clients for the past twenty years, with a focus in insurance and estate strategies.

A passionate gardener, woodworker, and musician, he lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania where he and his wife, Rev. Jennifer Mattson love tending their home and garden while building their life together with their four children, Anna Gail, William, Thomas, and Elizabeth Grace.