Lent (Page 2)

Many of the traditional interpretations of Jesus' parables have problematic elements that require fresh, new eyes and ears.

Luke's gospel suggests to us today that following our call may put us at odds with the world and maybe even those who are close to us.

In the time of Isaiah, how a society treated the widows and orphans was a measure of how they were collectively doing.

Jesus cautions us against judgment because it hardens and constricts us and instead invites us into a more generous and joyous space.

Today's readings remind us that we live and exist within a deep lineage of ancestors committed to trust, liberation and prophetic action.

Today's readings offer us a model of of choosing the God who has chosen us and living fully into that relationship.

In today's gospel, Jesus' listeners are invited into a deeper exploration of anger and the need to address it in our relationships.

Jesus counsels his listeners to ask, seek and knock - not so much so that we get what we want but that we recognize our dependence on God.

Both Jesus and Jonah preached repentance. The people around Jesus wanted a sign, however. Yet he said no further signs would be given.

We are cautioned today to take care about the words we speak to others, God and ourselves - because words matter.

What would public policy based on Matthew 25 look like? Long before Christians were here, the Haudenosaunee showed us.