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“I Rest In The Grace Of The World, And Am Free”
Jesus returns to the wilderness to remember who he is, what he is here for and to find strength for the journey.
An Unbreakable Bond That Reverberates Through The Ages
We are reminded in today's readings of our deep kinship and connection - with the past and the future - and to remember that bond.
Co-Conspirators For The Beloved Community
No matter how the world looks, God continues to do something new and surprising. Our job is to notice and cooperate with it like Mary did.
That Vast Loving Presence
Complaints, while part of the human experience, make us forget the vast loving presence and blessings that exist all around us.
Unless And Until We Engage Patriarchy More Fully, Our Heroes Will Continue To Fail Us
Addressing patriarchy, sexism and harm against women is part and parcel of our discipleship call to create beloved community.
Alive But Still Bound
When Lazarus came out of the tomb, he was alive but still bound. What still keeps us bound that needs to be released?
Working Through The Full Spectrum Of Human Emotion
Our scriptural tradition presents us with the full array of human emotion and action. May we have the courage to stay steady and open through it all.
Making Up Stories In Our Heads
In today's readings we hear people plotting harm against others. This should give us pause to explore the stories we tell about others.
Everyday People With No Speaking Lines Who Impact History
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Joseph - a man who took the ordinary seriously and lived a life of extraordinary faith.
God Restores The Land
The prophet Isaiah's word echo with modern implications related to climate change. We must forge ahead with hope and action.
St. Patrick’s Day: The Day To Repudiate Victimhood
Many of our modern traditions around St. Patrick's Day have little to do with the actual man who offered grace - even to his captors.
Trust And Faith In The Unknown Road Ahead Of Us
Lent is a time to lean into trusting God and staying connected to God through prayer - in the good times and the hard times.