RCL reflection for Proper 21, Year C. September 28, 2025. Led by Jesus’ parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, this week’s lessons provide plenty of material for a sermon raising questions not only of financial stewardship but also relationships with our needy neighbors. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Ed Yourdon, Creative Commons)
Revised Common Lectionary reflection, Proper 20, Year C. September 21, 2025.
The powers, problems and dilemmas about wealth are well discussed in this week’s lessons. Money remains a thorny issue for God’s people who are torn between serving God and wealth. The Rev. Micah Krey explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Lectionary Reflection, Proper 18, Year C. September 7, 2025. Mama said there’d be days like this. But weeks, or months, or even years and decades? So it goes with life and discipleship. The truth of the matter is that neither life nor discipleship is a guaranteed walk in the park. So take divine advice: choose life and carry on. Sharron Blezard explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 17, Year C. August 31, 2025. Stewardship of hospitality and relationships are at the heart of this week’s lessons. We are challenged to look at how widely we welcome others, particularly the needy, into our circles of friendship and faith; to welcome and love as Jesus did. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Randy OHC, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection for Proper 16, Year C. August 24, 2025. Some today dismiss Sabbath as an antiquated ideal or a private day off for those who can afford to take it. But this week’s texts underscore the radical gift that it is to God’s people for renewal and freedom. The Rev. Micah Krey explores. (Photo by lel4nd, Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 15, Year C. August 17, 2025. Fire can destroy or foster new growth. What if we consider Jesus’ fire imagery this week as being that of a controlled burn, a deliberate fire kindled for the purpose of regeneration and new growth? (Photo: US FIsh & Wildlife Service, Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 14, Year C. August 10, 2025. Everything in this world is transitory, a part of a larger whole, a dot on the map of eternity, but happy are those who put their faith in God, who are ready to pack their tents and journey on to the final destination God prepares. (Photo: Ben Christenson, Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 13, Year C. August 3, 2025. This week’s reading from Luke offers a buffet line of topics for a sermon on the spiritual dangers of financial wealth. Jesus undercuts the value that people have always placed on money, especially in our age, and challenges us to rethink our priorities. (Image: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 12, Year C. July 27, 2025. Prayer provides a strong foundation for our faith and discipleship. Prayer opens our hearts and minds to receive God’s nourishment and correction. When we pray, we also engage some of the major tenets of Stewardship. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for Proper 11, Year C. July 20, 2025.
Today’s culture produces plenty of “Marthas” – people distracted by so many things that they cannot adequately focus on how God is calling them to live and grow. The Rev. Micah Krey explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
