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Holy Collision!

Lectionary Reflection for the Baptism of our Lord
January 8, 2012
Mark’s gospel propels us like carnival bumper cars into a holy collision of water, Word, and Spirit. Are you ready? This is no Sunday for “nicey-nice” tame imagery in the presence of the Creator who brought life from chaos and salvation from sin. (Photo by Paul Holloway used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Green Stewardship: 12 Actions for 2012

Click here a list of 12 simple stewardship actions to take that will produce big yields both for you and for the planet. Thanks to the Worldwatch Institute for this concise list and for their emphasis on sustainability for all people. (Photo by Sunflowers for Lolly used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Taking Stock of Roadblocks

Now may be the perfect time to take stock and check your congregation for potential generational roadblocks. Click here to read Carol Howard Merritt’s excellent article from The Christian Century website examining what sorts of roadblocks are keeping a new generation out of church. (Photo by rockinfree used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Family Matters

Lectionary Reflection for Name of Jesus
January 1, 2012
Family matters both within and outside of the church. This Sunday provides an opportunity to explore our family of faith and what it means both individually and as the body of Christ gathered in a particular place and context. (Photo by Children’s Book Review used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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God Bless the Child

First Sunday of Christmas Lectionary Reflection
January 1, 2012
Today is the perfect opportunity to honor the gift of God’s son, the Word made flesh, and the children and families in the worshiping community. (Photo by “clairity” used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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For Granted– From Whence Cometh Your Food?

JUST LIVING Blog Have you started your preparation and cooking for Thanksgiving yet? For most of us here in North America, the meal will be a dandy one replete with family recipes, everyone’s favorites, and a table or buffet filled with delicacies. Even those who will be sharing community meals or serving in shelters and… Read more»

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Stewardship and a Plenitude Economy

Economist Juliet Schor believes a plenitude economy is the way to a sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle that uses fewer resources, consumes less stuff, and builds relationship capital. Click here to read about the book True Wealth and to watch a short video summarizing Schor’s ideas. Could a plenitude economy simply be good stewardship? (Photo by Salim… Read more»

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7 Billion Reasons for Good Stewardship

There are more than seven billion reasons to practice good stewardship. Watch this video to learn more. (Photo by arenamontanus used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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OWS: One Faith Leader’s Response

Most faith leaders will be asked to respond to the Occupy Wall Street events around the nation. Perhaps one is happening in your community. Click here to read Shane Claiborne’s comments on the movement in light of Jesus’ teachings about money and neighbor (originally posted on the Sojourners website). Photo by David Shankbone used under… Read more»

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Christians in the Catbird Seat?

20th Sunday after Pentecost, Proper A26, Lectionary Reflection October 30, 2011 “All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted.” Matthew 23:3 Do you sit in the “catbird seat”? If so, at least according to Jesus, you may soon find yourself in for a mighty fall. Jesus offers a… Read more»