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In this week’s lectionary reflection, Teri McDowell Ott highlights a theology of trauma that emerges from Luke’s crucifixion scene and why exposing this trauma is the beginning of hope.
"Hope is a reality that we build our faith on. And hope is incredibly impractical. Both things can be true. God gives us some examples in Scriptures ... that help us hold space for that nuance and choose hope nonetheless."
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We can all relate to Job's frustration in Job 19:23-27a, writes Teri McDowell Ott. Perhaps we can learn something from his hope.
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What are you waiting for, Alpha and Omega? Are you waiting for us to recognize our need for you? We are desperate..
Christ child growing in Mary’s womb, What will you bring into this world? Will you bring hope to my despair? Will you..
Ever living, always acting God, as the days grow shorter and the darkness deepens, we bow before you uncertain how to prepare..
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Chris Currie offers a prayer that names the complex legacy of our church.
Stephanie Sorge reflects on All Saints Day, Zacchaeus, and God's grace.
"This Sunday we, like the Pharisee and the tax collector, will come to the Temple full of needs. … Our Scripture lesson today reminds us that we cannot fulfill these needs on our own. But the good news is that we don’t have to."
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"Prayer is not easy. It’s about asking, seeking, knocking, and waiting. Over and over and over again. ... There’s no secret recipe. No magic formula. Just persistence and focus and commitment and discipline. Again and again and again."
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What does it mean to live well?
"We pray to you, God, because Psalm 91 reminds us that those who live in the shelter of the Almighty can take refuge."
What does the family of faith do after it has eaten together at the table where Christ stands as host?
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Permission is given for free use of this hymn, including in online worship services, to support relief efforts.
The first Sunday in October is designated as World Communion Sunday. Recognized by the PC(USA) as well as other denominations, it celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our siblings around the world.
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Rev. Dr. Baron Mullis wonders about the meaning of the chasm between Abraham and the rich man in Luke 16. Perhaps it does not represent condemnation but the difference between cheap grace and God's infinite grace.
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