With the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus asks us to imagine a new world. It’s a merciful world where mercy replaces judgment and humility replaces pride.... read more →
When we develop the habit of looking for Jesus in the faces of others, we are changed. Those faces begin to lay claim to us. We begin to look for... read more →
When we grieve, we find solace and strength in our hope in eternal life. Our confidence that in Heaven God wipes away the tears of those who died comforts us.... read more →
In Revelation, John speaks of a new creation. How will it be different from the old? Let’s start with what will be missing from the new creation—death, mourning, crying, and pain. John... read more →
The resurrected Jesus is still God made man. In resurrection, Jesus does not discard his humanity. This deeply theological statement matters. It matters in part for pastoral reasons. It means... read more →
Jesus did not defend himself in front of Herod and Pilate, nor did he respond to the taunts shouted at him at Golgotha. Why? Why didn't he mount a defense... read more →
Participating in the Eucharist helps us to thrive spiritually and that strengthens us for life in general. All that we find at the altar rail--calm, hope, the conviction that all... read more →
What does mercy look like? According to author Anne Lamott, "Mercy means that we no longer constantly judge everybody’s large and tiny failures, foolish hearts, dubious convictions, and inevitable bad... read more →
In a sense, despair is a kind of heresy, because at the heart of the Christian faith is the conviction that through Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, we can walk in the... read more →
Sister Grace Remington's portrait of Mary and Eve is very tender and comforting yet also strong. While Eve's hand rest's in Mary's on top of Mary's pregnant belly, Mary's foot... read more →