Lent 19: Joy

Joy! Joy! The evergreens stand tall to proclaim it: Joy! Joy! The sun rises in announcement: Joy! Joy! The ocean dances to its rhythm: Joy! Joy! The infant giggles to delight in it: Joy! Joy! I listen past my fears to the chorus: Joy! Joy! Let my heart be...

What to Pack

Jesus said to them, “When I sent you out without a purse, bag, or sandals, did you lack anything?” They said, “No, not a thing.” He said to them, “But now, the one who has a purse must take it, and likewise a bag.” (Luke 22:35-36a)...

Lent 17: The Mountain Lion

I am but a poor wood mouse, scurrying to the Mountain Lion for refuge. I am but a frightened pup, looking for the Lightening to soothe my fear of thunder. I am but a lost lamb, seeking guidance from the prowling Lion to lead me home. I am but flesh, turning toward the...

Third Sunday in Lent

Welcoming Jesus, We come to you at the well from all walks & seasons of life, from all circumstances, and in every mood. Some of us are eager, curious. Some of us are defensive and worried. Some of us are tired or lonely. But most of all, we are thankful...

Lent 16: For the Elders

“After Paul and Barnabas had appointed elders in each church, with prayer and fasting the whole community entrusted them to the LORD in whom they had come to believe.” Let us pray for the elders of the church: May the priests and pastors, deacons and...

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