The Gospel of Luke in the Shadow of Tyranny
I’m struggling with how to be present as a pastor in this moment of life in the United States in light of certain executive orders that have been issued. Many of the people with whom I work and serve are terrified right now because their lives, and their...
Drawing TRUST | My Word for the Year
I write this post on the morning of January 20, 2025. There is a strange convergence of world events today: It is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We recognize this man for the work he did to ensure civil rights for all people in our country. There is a cease-fire in Gaza...
Christmas Livestream
On Friday, December 27 I hosted Art Pastor Live, Christmas Edition. Remember, it is Christmas for twelve days! I created a piece of contemplative art that will explores the themes of Christmas. Grab your own art supplies and create with me, or simply allow my creative process to be a contemplative space for you.
Happy New Year, Christmas 2 and Epiphany | Visual Lectionary Downloads for January 5, 2025
Happy New Year!
This week the preacher has choices. Do you focus on the New Year, the Second Sunday of Christmas, Epiphany (which is on Monday), or all of the above?
While we will be in Luke this year, the RCL starts with John this week…in the beginning. That’s a good place to begin the New Year! Blessings on your preaching and teaching this week.