Jan 30, 2021
We don’t recognize authority very much in our culture today. For decades the authority of government, religion, institutions and even science have been eroded away by waning trust and individualism. So, where does that leave Jesus? Does the Christ have any authority in this world? Over my life? Over evil and suffering?
Jan 23, 2021
In the daily grind of work, we can get worn down and burnt out. Jesus invites us to a new life of joy and purpose.
Jan 16, 2021
Today we hear the story of the Calling of Samuel. It takes courage to listen when God is calling and to respond to the call in humility and obedience. Your story is different than Samuel's, but just as important. You are called by name through the waters of baptism to the ministry of following Jesus.
Jan 9, 2021
Humans cannot survive, it seems, without establishing divisions between people. As a nation we are more divided than ever. Divisions between races, genders, sexual identity, class are tearing us apart. Is there any Good News that can address our fatal flaw of raising walls that divide? The Gospel of Mark offers a vision...
Jan 2, 2021
Darkness is all around us in the form of disaster, disease and death. The only light that can truly illuminate is of God. Our effort to make our own light produces weak reflection and bulbs that burn out. So where do we find a light in the darkness that shines eternally? What is the source of the light that can...