RCL reflection for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany, Year C. January 19, 2025. Jesus’ first miracle in John’s Gospel – turning water into wine – sets the themes for his ministry: Abundance, celebration, community, and turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. The Rev. Micah Kray explores. (Photo by Creative Commons)
Gifts we have been given for the common good
RCL Reflection for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany, Year C, Jan. 20, 2019
Jesus’ first miracle came through an affirmation of his mother’s trust and faith in who he really is. She knew he could do what she asked, and she did not hesitate. Maybe the church needs a little “motherly intervention” today to jump start our gifts for ministry and mission. (Photo; Pieter Bruegel, Art in the Christian Tradition, Creative Commons)
Steadfast
Second Sunday after Epiphany, Year C, January 17, 2016
We may not be in exile ourselves, but we can welcome the refugee and open our arms to the stranger. We may not feel forsaken, but we can hold out our hand to the one who is and offer friendship and support. (Photo: Kelly Short, Creative Commons)
Spiritual Gifts and the Party that Never Ends
Lectionary Reflection for the Second Sunday after Epiphany January 20, 2013 How priceless is your love, O God! All peoples take refuge under the shadow of your wings. They feast upon the abundance of your house; you give them drink from the river of your delights. For with you is the well of life, and […]