RCL reflection for Proper 28, Year C
November 13, 2022
In today’s world, doing the right thing can be tough –- tough to discern, tough to put into practice, and tough to practice consistently. Living as God’s people, called to live counter-culturally, takes courage, vision, strength and perseverance. (Photo: rosemilkinabottle, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection, All Saints Sunday, Year C, November 6, 2022
Take this week’s hard Gospel lesson, with its beautiful blessings and condemning woes, and remind the faithful that they are indeed in the company of all the saints and are the stronger for it. (Photo: Unity, yevkusa, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection, Reformation Sunday/Proper 26, Year C
October 30, 2020
Reformation throughout church history is a mashup of people, places, and ideas. Why not use today to celebrate reformation–not just as history but as ongoing, necessary, and good? Check out these ideas for the lessons. (Photo: Rene Clausen Nielsen, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost, Year C
October 23, 2022
Why be stingy with mercy toward others when God desires all to be held in the divine grip of grace? When we let go of the need to be right, to be an insider, and to be better than others, life opens up–real life. (Photo: Jimmie Quick, Creative Commons)
Revised Common Lectionary reflection, Proper 23, Year C
October 9, 2022
One of the greatest gifts we can give to each other in Christian community is that of helping one another cultivate a spirit of gratitude. If we do this, the glad hearts and generous spirits will follow. Saying “Thank you, Jesus” is enough, but it’s only the beginning.
Revised Common Lectionary reflection, Proper 22, Year C
October 2, 2022
More is not always necessary, or even better. Take hot sauce for example. A little goes a long way. Sane goes for faith. God always gives us enough to do anything. We need only trust and be good stewards of the gift. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Revised Common Lectionary Reflection, Proper 21, Year C
September 25, 2022
There’s really no way to skirt the issue of wealth, poverty, and economic justice. These important themes are woven throughout this week’s lessons. Here are some thoughts and ideas to help you explore the issues in preaching and worship. (Photo: Cea, Creative Commons. Thanks!)
Revised Common Lectionary Reflection, Proper 20, Year C
September 18, 2022
The parable of the dishonest manager provides a good context for discussing faith, commitment, and, well … money. How are you teaching folks about the right and faithful use of financial resources within your community of faith? (Photo: Liz West, Creative Commons, Thanks!)
RCL Reflection, Proper 15, Year C
August 14, 2022
Do this week’s Lectionary lessons leave you burning with the passion of the gospel or afraid of being burned? One thing’s for certain, these are tough texts for today’s times. Read on for ideas for preaching, worship, and time with children and youth. (Photo: Matthew Venn)
RCL Reflection for Proper 14, Year C
August 7, 2022
The lessons for this week take our very real feelings of fear and turn them on their heads with the good news of God’s promises, Jesus’ love and grace, and the power of faith to free us from the fears that would bind us. (Photo: Dave Dugdale, Creative Commons)
