As I reflected on the Lectionary passages for this week, I remembered that last year at this time, I wrote about the disciples’ question in Acts 1:6, “Lord, is this […] Continue Reading→

In the New Testament readings for this week’s lectionary readings, both from the Johannine perspective, there is a common theme of God’s initiative.  I John 4:19 reminds us, “We love, […] Continue Reading→

If you ever take a pilgrimage to Israel and ask to visit the site of Emmaus, the most honest response your guide can give you is, “Which one.”  There are […] Continue Reading→

I cannot count the number of times I’ve heard over the past couple of weeks, “I’m so glad that spring is finally here.”  Though I haven’t taken a scientific poll, […] Continue Reading→

Last week, in the course of a conversation, I was asked, “What did you give up for Lent.”  I responded, tongue in cheek, “Liver and onions.”  The truth is that […] Continue Reading→

This week’s Gospel lesson, the cleansing of the temple, tells one of the few stories that are found in all four gospels.  Given the uniqueness of John’s gospel it is […] Continue Reading→