In the Parish

Feeding the Hungry -- Feb 8, 2015

Reading: Matthew 14:13-33 

Jesus feeds the multitude with a meal that is contrasted with another meal that takes place right before this one. 

Where Moth and Rust Consume -- Feb 1, 2015

Reading: Matthew 6:7-21

Treasure in heaven... it's more than just money or salvation

Blessed Be the Venerable Jim Gordan

Reading: Matthew 5:1-16

The Beatitudes point to a future life that is made known in the real lives of people here and now.

Temptation -- 2nd Sunday after Epiphany -- Jan 19, 2015

Reading: Matthew 4:1-17

Jesus' temptation and his withstanding it are functions of his humanity. God gives us ways to withstand temptation.

Baptism of Our Lord -- Who am I?

Reading: Matthew 3:1-17

The identity of Jesus is revealed at his baptism. His identity then has implications for us upon our baptism.

Hobbits and Christmas

Reading: Luke 2:1-20

In the midst of darkness and uncertainty, God seeks to redeem the world through the ordinariness of human existence rather than through a major power play. 

Words of Wisdom -- 4th Sunday of Advent

Reading: Luke 1:26-38

Jeremiah and Our Identity -- Nov 9, 2014

Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-10, 7:1-11

Matthew 21: 12-13

Isaiah, Hezekiah and Sennacherib

From Nov. 2, 2014

Reading: Isaiah 36:1-3, 13-20; 37:1-7; then 2:1-4

Elisha and Naaman

Following the Narrative Lectionary, from October 19, 2014

Reading: 2 Kings 5:1-14