Tag Archives: creation

Epiphany 3 C: The World’s Wordless Whispers

Posted on January 18, 2022 by John

The readings for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany are: Old Testament      Nehemiah 8:1–3, 5–6, 8–10 Psalm                    Psalm 19 New Testament     1 Corinthians 12:12–31a Gospel                   Luke 4:14–21 The whole idea of the Epiphany season of the … Continue reading →

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Pentecost B: Groaning Our Way through Covid

Posted on May 18, 2021 by John

The New Testament Reading Option A for Pentecost B: Romans 8:22–27 22 We know that the whole creation has been groaning in labor pains until now; 23 and not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the … Continue reading →

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It’s Life! Lambs at Heatherhope

Posted on May 4, 2021 by John

Consideration of torn ligaments, aching joints and joint replacements have caused Connie and me to not breed and lamb these past couple of years. The absence of lambs has left a hollowness in our lives each spring. Because, like all … Continue reading →

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Epiphany 1 B: Listen to the Earth

Posted on January 4, 2021 by John

First Sunday after the Epiphany/Baptism of the Lord Psalm 29 is our Psalm for the First Sunday after the Epiphany, which is also the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This particular Psalm may have been chosen by those … Continue reading →

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Pentecost 7: Covid-19 and the Groans of Creation

Posted on July 13, 2020 by John

The second reading for the 7th Sunday of Pentecost is Romans 8:12-25   It contains these lines: 15 For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received a spirit of adoption. When … Continue reading →

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Dare I Share This Photograph?

Posted on June 18, 2019 by John

I can’t help but share this photograph, though I have strong reservations. Yes, I know people use their smart phones to share countless pictures every day of their precious children. But it’s also no secret that there are not-so-nice folk who … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Cap

Posted on July 12, 2018 by John

In Memoriam Cap ABCA 240965 Born 12/25/2003 Died 7/11/2018 By John Seraphine As this is being written there is a newly empty kennel at Heatherhope. Our remaining six Border Collies, Bilbo the guard dog, and Connie and I salute our … Continue reading →

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Blessing of the Animals September 25

Posted on July 21, 2011 by John

August 25 at 4:00 p.m. we will gather at Heatherhope Farm for a Blessing of the Animals. Continue reading →

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