If you lead and serve in a congregational setting, be sure to read this article about the importance of self-care from Faith & Leadership at Duke Divinity School. (Photo: Miguel Virkkunen Carvalho)
Jesus in Pieces?
Lectionary Reflection for the Third Sunday after Epiphany, Year A
January 26, 2014
Leading and serving the people of God can be tough sledding; just ask Paul. This week’s gospel and epistle lessons offer important words for leaders AND for the people they lead. Blessings on the work you do and on the communities you serve! (Photo: Steve Snodgrass)
The Lessons of Less
Mom and church leader Janet McMahon shares her story of learning to opt out of consumer culture and the surprising gifts that accompanied the lesson. Check out her story! (Photo: reduse.org, Creative Commons)
Look. Listen. Tell.
Lectionary Reflection for the Second Sunday after Epiphany Year A
January 19, 2014
The season of Epiphany and the lessons for this week offer us an opportunity to see the big picture, to hear the Word, and to understand how and why we are sent into the world to be God’s people in the name of Christ. Read on for ideas for preaching and teaching, worship, and time with children and youth. (Photo: Edith Soto, Creative Commons)
A Discipleship Elevator Speech?
Lectionary Reflection for the Baptism of our Lord Year A
January 12, 2013
Yes, today we remember Jesus’ baptism and our own, but don’t stop there. We have work to do, and a story to tell. (Photo: bterrycompton, Creative Commons)
Conversation as Change Agent
“Real change begins with the simple act of people talking to one another about what they care about,” says Margaret Wheatley. Follow this link to discover how conversation can be a catalyst for change in your context. (Photo: dearbarbie, Creative Commons)
The High Price of Materialism
Resolved to be less materialistic in 2014? Check out this short video from The Center for a New American Dream. You’ll be glad you did! (Photo: 401(K)2013, Creative Commons)
Refugees All
First Sunday of Christmas, Year A, Lectionary Reflection
December 29, 2013
The gospel lesson this week is a particularly tough one coming on the heels of the Christmas story. However, it is one that we should not ignore because it says something critically important about the reality of life and our utter dependence on Jesus, God Incarnate. (Photo: mararie, Creative Commons)
Why our Brains Work Against Good Stewardship
Why, as human beings, do we tend toward consumerism and often fail to be good stewards of the resources we have on loan from God? Here’s an interesting article delving into some of the science behind the phenomenon. Click here to read the article. (Photo by Mitch Altman, used by Creative Commons license. Thanks!)
Change of Plans
Lectionary Reflection for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year A
December 22, 2013
Yes, it will soon be Christmas, but we’re not there yet. Why not spend some time today reflecting on how a change of plans in Joseph’s life made all the difference–both to him and to this world. God is still in the business of changing plans and lives. How is God speaking to you? (Photo:
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