The congregation I serve is having a celebration on May 5 — which quickly became Cinco de Mayo themed. Living and ministering here in Texas, the influence of Hispanic and Latin American culture is hard to miss. And at the same time, it has been far too common for us with European roots to demean […]
Readings for Holy Week
Following are a series of readings and prayers to guide personal prayer and reflection for Holy Week (the week between Palm Sunday and Easter) Palm Sunday The Entry into Jerusalem Primary Reading: Mark 11:1-11 Other Readings: 1 Kings 1:32-40, Zechariah 9:9-17 “Remember finally, that the ashes on your forehead are created from the burnt […]
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The Gospel is not a pat on the back for good people.
It is comfort for grieving people.
Hope for broken people.
Love for hated and lonely people.