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Saint Who? Saint YOU!

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ALL SAINTS SUNDAY, YEAR A, Nov. 7, 2010
All Saints Sunday reminds us of those Christians who have died in the faith, who have fought the good fight, and whose lives offer an example for us. Now look in the mirror and you’ll see a saint–and a sinner–dearly loved by God and made holy through Jesus Christ. Saint Who? Saint YOU!

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The Good, Gray Color of Grace

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22nd Sunday after Pentecost, Year A, October 24, 2010

This Sunday’s gospel passage from Luke reminds us that although we might like to see the world in clear cut opposites of black and white, life is really lived in the gray areas. Pharisee and tax collector, saint and sinner…yep, that’s us. (Photo by Flickr used under a Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Why Persistence Matters

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21st Sunday after Pentecost, Year A, Oct. 17, 2010

Why should persistence matter to our parishioners, congregations, and denominations? Can’t we just find some quick fix or program to address all of our woes and concerns? Read on to find out why this often overlooked trait needs to be reclaimed. (Photo by Larry Page used under a Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Wellness and a Broken Sea Shell?

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20th Sunday after Pentecost, Year A, Oct. 10, 2010

What does a battered but beautiful sea shell have to do with faith and wellness? Is it possible to be healed, made whole in Christ, without pain and scars being removed? Read on to find out.

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Flu Shot Faith and Mustard Seed Reality

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19th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, Year A, Oct. 3, 2010

Wouldn’t it be great if there was an inoculation to increase one’s faith? In today’s lesson, Jesus tells the apostles that only the tiniest seed of faith is necessary. (Photo by Andres Rueda used under a Creative Commons license. Thanks!)

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The Connection Between Money and Happiness

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Lectionary Reflection, 18th Sunday after Pentecost, September 26, 2010

Does money equate to happiness? According to the results of the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, the answer is yes…to a point. The Christian, however, may want approach this equation from a somewhat different perspective. (Photo by Aart van Bezooyen used under a Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Lost in Transaction

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17th Sunday after Pentecost, September 19, 2010
Lectionary Reflection

Don’t let this Sunday’s texts pass by as casually as another retail transaction. We have an opportunity to open conversation and talk about how careful stewardship may affect all of God’s children in real and meaningful ways.