RCL reflection, Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 8, Year A. June 28, 2026. As we quickly approach the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, Deacon Timothy Siburg explores how we are free to live, love, and serve today!
The Holy Spirit is Here! What does this mean?
RCL reflection, Pentecost Sunday, Year A. May 24, 2026. As we remember Pentecost, we can question what the Holy Spirit is up to with us today. It’s clear that God is empowering us to focus on the common good. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Jesus promises abundant life for one and all!
RCL reflection , Fourth Sunday of Easter, Year A. April 26, 2026. What exactly is this life in abundance that our Good Shepherd, Jesus, promises us? And how do we obtain it? We find joy and hope in the answers to be discovered in this week’s readings. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Image: Publicdomainpictures)
‘You shall live’
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for the Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year A. March 22, 2026. God is sovereign over all things, even over the grave. God’s promise of life amid death recurs throughout this week’s lessons. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
‘Uff da!’ It’s Lent again!
RCL reflection for the First Sunday in Lent, Year A. February 22, 2026. It’s Lent, and Christians worldwide seek to return to God, reorienting our lives and priorities. As our weary souls look at this sinful, weary world, the Temptation of Jesus is a good place to start. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
We are fishers of people
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany, Year A. January 25, 2026. Epiphany is the season of new understandings and revelations. This week we learn the special way that Jesus wants us to participate in his mission for the world — by being “fishers of people.” Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Christmas – with the highest highs, lowest lows
RCL reflection, First Sunday after Christmas, Year A. Dec. 28, 2025. All is not calm and bright for our Holy Family, fleeing to Egypt to escape Herod. Fear and conflict certainly reflects the broken world Jesus came to save. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
Jesus Reigns, and for that we can give thanks!
RCL reflection, Reign of Christ Sunday, Year C. November 23, 2025. In our country’s current era of turmoil and transition, Christ the King/Reign of Christ Sunday can help us return to the Gospel’s true proclamation: Jesus is our only King. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
We are not alone, and it’s not all up to us
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for Reformation Sunday, Year C. October 28, 2025. In our troubled times, we may find comfort from a key Reformation theme – one that accompanied Martin Luther in his perilous journey: God is always with us, guiding us and comforting us. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
‘Woe to us who are at ease’
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)
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