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June 16, 2009

Volume 126, Issue #12

Lectionary

Dangerous crossings: Mark 4:35-41

"And they took him with them in the boat." Why is Jesus suddenly in the passive role?

The undomesticated Savior: Mark 5:21-43

Apparently some people are determined to get rid of Jesus—and some are willing to push through any barrier to get near him.

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