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Things Come Together And They Fall Apart
There is much suffering in life that we don't understand - especially when there is some form of relational rupture.
What’s in a name?
God changes Abram's names to reflect a new reality. So, too, do we embrace as new reality as we call ourselves a child of God.
Finding Something To Live For
Following our faith will inevitably demand that we take a position which may cost us. What are we willing to sacrifice for it?
Take A Deep Breath And Don’t Close Down
In order to heal from what ails us, we must face things - just as the Isrealites did in the desert when bitten by snakes.
Countering the Continuum Of Violence Against Women
In today's readings, we are invited - and especially men - to get more active in countering violence against women.
Calling People In
When the religious leaders bring a woman before Jesus for judgement, he refuses to play their games and offers everyone a new way of relating.
A Truth Beyond Control That Must Be Shared
The prophets - who often come from the margins of society - often make us uncomfortable with their clarity and calling.
There Is Nothing Revolutionary About Violence
Hatred and violence are realities that we must contend with in this world and in ourselves. Jesus offers us a new way to address them.
What Else Do You Need To Know?
Jesus said that God sent Moses, the prophets, John the Baptist and him to guide the people. And, yet, the people still asked for guidance.
Living From The Place Where We Are One
We are encouraged by our scriptures to remember how deeply we are loved and how God longs for us all to be one.
Our home was lost
In both Ezekiel 47 and John 5, water plays a central role. Our faith joourney must find a way to reconnect us to the water of life around us.
The New Heavens And The New Earth
God is ever-working in our world to bring about the new heaven and earth. To what degree do we trust and recognize it?