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How could Jesus assume that all those who heard him preach would never treat their children in such a way?
The world is overwhelming, and we need nourishment.
August 7, Ordinary 19C (Luke 12:32-40)
In the shadow of uncertainty, fear and hope look similar.
by Paul Lutter
July 31, Ordinary 18C (Luke 12:13-21)
The lilies of the field don’t have student loans.
This life of faith can be a dusty one.
Reckoning with the careless ableism of the church
Amy Kenny’s call for disability justice leads with righteous anger but offers grace.
July 17, Ordinary 16C (Luke 10:38-42)
I wonder whether Martha could feel cared for by Jesus.
White supremacy’s wee little men
Zaccheus doesn't mind the indignity of scrambling up a tree, as long as he’s on top.
June 26, Ordinary 13C (Luke 9:51–62)
No one who [fill in the blank] is fit for the kingdom. Ouch.
May 26, Ascension (Luke 24:44-53)
Like the disciples at the ascension, we need a little help with interpretation.
by Greg Carey
God-as-parent is a radical metaphor
It’s not possible to parent without experiencing risk, weakness, pain, and transformation.
by Debie Thomas
The biblical landscape is a stony one.
What comes in between being lost and being found?
I relate to the servant in Jesus' parable.
April 10, Passion Sunday C (Luke 22:14-23:56)
We betray Jesus for far less than was offered to Judas.
April 10, Passion Sunday C (Luke 22:14-23:56)
We betray Jesus for far less than was offered to Judas.
April 10, Palm Sunday C (Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Luke 19:28-40)
Even if we think we don’t need a savior, we seek one.