“Sassafras Mountain,” by Frances Hardaway.

The Rev. Thomas Alexander.

I’m an Episcopal priest, sharing ministry with the people of Trinity Cathedral in Little Rock. A native Arkansan, I share life with my spouse and our two dogs and two cats. And here, I share my sermons and other writings with all y’all.

Recent posts.

  • On the Spirit and the Common Good
    Preached on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the Day of Pentecost, at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Little Rock. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. (1 Corinthians 12:7) I find myself wondering what it must have felt like to be there on that first day of Pentecost. I wonder what it… Read more: On the Spirit and the Common Good
  • “In memoriam” Mary Hyne Keech Fine
    Preached on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Presbyterian Village, Little Rock in memoriam Mary Hyne Keech Fine (March 12, 1925 – April 25, 2026). Jesus said, “I know my own, and my own know me.” (John 10:14) Do you all remember the book Tuesdays with Morrie? It was published in 1997 and quickly became a worldwide… Read more: “In memoriam” Mary Hyne Keech Fine
  • On Reaching for Jesus
    Preached on Sunday, April 12, 2026, the Second Sunday of Easter, at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Little Rock. “Jesus said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.” (John 20:27) It has been a week since we were last… Read more: On Reaching for Jesus

Past posts.