Sometimes what we see in the world isn't real. Or more precisely, real in the way we imagine it. Because we aren't actually listening. The gospel of listeningEpiphany Last B | Mark 9:2-9 The main character this week doesn’t seem to be Jesus or Peter or a disembodied heavenly voice. The …
Lent is almost here!
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! As we move from the season after Epiphany, we enter the season of Lent. This season is known for its penitential character; and for people feeling the need to “give things up”. These are part of the tradition of Lent. The central theme of Lent, however, is …
A Word: Seeing the Bigger Picture
There is so much unsaid in the text. We'll miss how powerful it is. And how much we already assume is just clearly there. Deconstructing the text of faithEpiphany 5B | Mark 1:29-39 Why did Jesus go to Simon and Andrew’s house? This is a simple question. But it isn’t addressed …