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Pentecost 2: Sheep into the Midst of Wolves

Posted on June 8, 2020 by John

Gospel for Proper 6 (Pentecost 2) Series A Matthew 9:35–10:8 (10:9–23)   This is the year of Matthew in the Revised Common Lectionary. But this is the Sunday we get our first real introduction to what it means to be … Continue reading →

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Trinity Sunday: Put Things (Back) in Order

Posted on June 2, 2020 by John

Things Fall Apart is the title of the powerful 1958 book by the late Nigerian author Chinua Achebe. It tells of the tragic life of a young man, trying to find respect for himself and his family by overcoming what he … Continue reading →

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Advent People during Anxious Times

Posted on December 10, 2014 by John

I returned to the congregation I served as pastor for a dozen years and was refreshed by the community of Christ and a service of Lessons and Carols for Advent.   I was thirsty for Advent. I don’t buy into … Continue reading →

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