Live Generously
My first read of the gospel* this week had my stomach in knots. To those who are listening, Jesus is saying to love outside the box, to include in our circle of prayer and kindness and generosity those people especially whom we consider undeserving. We are to have an open heart for those whose attitudes […]
Hearing the Truth
It started off so well.* Jesus was back in Nazareth not long after beginning his ministry, and was warmly received in his hometown synagogue: “All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his lips.” And then, in a matter of minutes, everything changed. The adoring crowd became an […]
Bending My Knee – Jan. 26, 2022
I am bending my knee In the eye of the God who created me In the eye of the Son who died for me In the eye of the Spirit who moves me In love and in desire. For the many gifts you have bestowed on me Each day and night each sea and […]
Kindle Within – Jan. 24, 2022
You are above me O God You are beneath You are in air You are in earth You are beside me You are within. O God of heaven, you have made your home on Earth In the broken body of Creation Kindle within me a love for you in all things. –J. Philip […]