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Dec
12
Fourth Sunday of Advent

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 7 affirms God is with the House of David during this challenging period of its history. The name Immanuel carries this promise to ancient Judah. As Christians, we also affirm God is with us in the person of Jesus, the Christ.
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Dec
05
Third Sunday of Advent

Third Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 35 is bookended with the theme of joy: the earth and nature will rejoice in the opening verses; God’s redeemed people will rejoice in the closing verses. So, it is only appropriate that this passage is read on the Advent Sunday when we light the Joy candle.
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Nov
28
Second Sunday of Advent

Second Sunday of Advent

This week's lectionary readings include Isaiah 11:1-10 and Matthew 3:1-12 as we celebrate Peace Sunday.
6 min read
Nov
25
Advent Devotionals

Advent Devotionals

Looking for an Advent devotional to use during this special season? We've got some recommendations!
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Nov
21
First Sunday of Advent

First Sunday of Advent

We welcome Advent this year by focusing on the Isaiah passages in the Revised Common Lectionary for Year A.
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Oct
31
Reformation Day

Reformation Day

We can celebrate the Reformation and affirm Judaism and Jews at the same time.
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Oct
05
And he was a Samaritan.

And he was a Samaritan.

The faithful one in this story is the leper, the Samaritan, a person at the margins of society. He is an example of faith.
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Sep
21
They have Moses and the prophets

They have Moses and the prophets

The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus has many important lessons and possibilities for interpretation. I want to focus
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Sep
13
Parable of the Dishonest Manager

Parable of the Dishonest Manager

What is happening in Luke 16:1-13? This parable has to be one of the most confusing and challenging of
3 min read
Sep
05
This Fellow Welcomes Sinners

This Fellow Welcomes Sinners

Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him.  2 And the Pharisees and the
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