RCL Reflection, Easter Sunday
April 17, 2022
Easter is an important day in the life of the church, but how does the rest of the world see it? As an “idle tale”? Maybe we all need to look at Easter through a new lens.


RCL Reflection, Easter Sunday
April 17, 2022
Easter is an important day in the life of the church, but how does the rest of the world see it? As an “idle tale”? Maybe we all need to look at Easter through a new lens.

Palm/Passion Sunday Lectionary Reflection, April 10, 2022
This Sunday’s worship may be the only bridge some folks have to Easter. What can we do to help folks live this story all week long?



RCL Reflection for the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 27, 2022.
The Bible makes it plain that there’s grace aplenty and a gracious plenty whenever God’s around. Why are we so miserly with all this abundance? This week’s lessons provide much food for thought.





RCL Reflection for the First Sunday in Lent, Year C
March 6, 2022
Lent is the season for formation, or re-formation, to remind us what’s important about being a disciple of Jesus. This Sunday’s lessons offer a wealth of opportunity to explore how Lent can be a springboard to stronger Christian identity and faithful action. (Photo by jamiesrabbits. Thanks!)

Lectionary Reflection, Transfiguration Sunday, Year C
February 27, 2022
Transfiguration need not be limited to the mountaintop. We are in the process of being changed through our relationship with Jesus–transfigured individually and in community to bring light to the world.



RCL Reflection, 7th Sunday after the Epiphany, Year C, Feb. 20, 2022
Now what? Let grace and mercy abound. Love God and love your neighbor—especially your enemy. Embody mercy and compassion. Pour out grace like the finest wine. Don’t be stingy with anything because with God there is always plenty. (Photo: The Italian Voice, Creative Commons)



RCL Reflection, 6th Sunday after the Epiphany, Year C, Feb. 13, 2022
There is, indeed, nothing comfortable at all about discipleship and the gospel. We’re a long way yet from a level playing field, my friends, but the choice to embrace radical discipleship, lavish love, and prodigal generosity is offered us anew every day. Will we choose rightly? (Photo: JESUS MAFA, Creative Commons)



RCL Reflection, 5th Sunday after Epiphany, Year C, Feb. 6, 2022
Responding to God’s call to discipleship is not reserved for professional church workers and perfect people. God invites everyone to serve and use our gifts for the common good. Too often we distance ourselves from the call. (Photo: James Cridland, Creative Commons)

Embracing stewardship through discipleship

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