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Pentecost 16B: Teaching through the Pandemic

Posted on September 8, 2021 by John

The readings for the 16th Sunday after Pentecost are: Old Testament      Isaiah 50:4–9a Psalm                    Psalm 116:1–9 New Testament     James 3:1–12 Gospel                   Mark 8:27–38 Teachers in a time of pandemic would be wise to pay close attention … Continue reading →

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Pentecost 7B: Repentance is Healthier than Denial

Posted on July 6, 2021 by John

The readings for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost are: Old Testament      Amos 7:7–15 Psalm                    Psalm 85:8–13 New Testament     Ephesians 1:3–14 Gospel                   Mark 6:14–29 The Old Testament, Psalm, and Gospel Readings all tell us that repentance is … Continue reading →

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Pentecost, the Spirit, and the Murder of George Floyd

Posted on May 26, 2020 by John

This coming Sunday is Pentecost. One possible First Reading is Numbers 11.24-30 which relates the one-time, special, but official outpouring of the Spirit of God on a select group of elders of the Hebrew people. Two men, Eldad and Medad, … Continue reading →

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Prophetic Ministry Causes Offense

Posted on July 5, 2012 by John

The lessons this week (Sixth Sunday after Pentecost) sharply demarcate genuine and sincere prophetic ministry from all forms of mere salesmanship. Everyone trying to sell you something—either commercial goods or political or religious ideology—tries to butter you up. Tries to … Continue reading →

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