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April 2025

Volume 142, Issue #4

Lectionary

April 27, Easter 2C (John 20:19-31)

Why wasn’t Thomas with the others? Why did he eventually return?

April 18, Good Friday (John 18:1-19:42)

Good Friday is an annual reminder to ask who is crucified in our midst to distract from the crimes of those in power.

April 17, Maundy Thursday (John 13:1-17, 31b-35)

We need to find a way to wash each other’s feet, even when waging war feels better.

April 13, Palm Sunday C (Luke 19:28-40)

When we cannot praise, the rest of creation carries the song.

April 6, Lent 5C (John 12:1-8)

What is it like to be at the table with the resurrected?

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