RCL Reflection, Third Sunday of Easter, Year A, April 26, 2020. This week’s gospel lesson speaks volumes about both brokenness and sight. Because of our own present global situation, this lesson has much to teach us, along with some very good news. How often do we miss evidence of the Christ at work in our world right now? And when is it that we see most clearly?(Image: Mike Moyers, https://www.mikemoyersfineart.com/)
RCL Reflection, Second Sunday of Easter, Year A, April 19, 2020
The message of hope we have to bring is do not be discouraged, realize that even those who walked, talked, and studied with Jesus were temporarily “stuck” in an in-between time and place. We know they didn’t stay there, and neither will we. (Photo: Sam D, Creative Commons)
For Holy Week 2020, we’ve put together worship helps and preaching reflections based on the reality of virutal and stay-at-home worship demanded by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Hands” is a theme from Palm Sunday to Easter. (Photo: Wonder Woman0731, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection for Easter Sunday, Year A, April 12, 2020
This year’s Resurrection celebration is going to look a little different, but it doesn’t have to be any less meaningful. In fact, with Mark’s account we can also honor our own feelings of fear, confusion, and terror in these unsettling days. (Photo: Pedro-Ribeiro-Simões, Creative Commons)
Hands that grieve: A digital Good Friday, Year A, April 10, 2020
We have you covered with ideas, a digital service, and a reflection on the day. (Photo: © rolffimages – Fotolia.com)
The Great Vigil of Easter, April 11, 2020
Need a framework for a digital Easter Vigil that’s intergenerational and can be done at home. We also have ideas for going deeper and connecting with generosity. (Photo: LIam Moloney, Creative Commons)
Maundy Thursday, Year A, April 9, 2020 Uncertainty and anxiety are rising. Many of us are locked in our homes for fear of COVID-19. We are looking for someone to make everything all right, to reassure us. Some of us are hopeful for fresh leadership that will begin the serious work of dismantling systems of injustice and oppression.
Resources for Monday-Wednesday of Holy Week, Year A
We have ideas for brief devotionals, a gratitude connection, and ideas to go deeper at home. Check back daily for updates and ideas for the rest of Holy Week and Easter. (Photo: Kate Dixon, Creative Commons)
RCL Lectionary Reflection for Palm/Passion Sunday, Year A, April 5, 2020.
This will definitely be a different kind of Palm Sunday and Holy Week as most of us lean into a new way of being church together yet dispersed. So friends, let’s be bold and raise (quite literally) our palms in praise this day before entering a week-long digital journey through Holy Week. (Photo: Wonderwoman0731, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection for the Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year A, March 29, 2020
We have our wonderfully rich text this Lenten season, Year A, but church continues to look quite different this year thanks to COVID-19. Check out our ideas for digital connections, preaching, teaching, stewardship, and time with children and youth. Thank you for your faithful ministry! (Photo: panache2620, Creative Commons)
