RCL Reflection, Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year B, December 20, 2020
In this time of pandemic, unrest, anger, and suffering, Christians still see the possibilities for a different world, one where the way of Christ breaks in and illumines the shadows of despair, shatters the bonds of evil, and welcomes all to the table equally with divine love and mercy.
RCL Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent, Year B, December 13, 2020
On Gaudette Sunday not even a global pandemic can steal our joy in the birth of Jesus and all that means. Whether you are meeting in person, in your parking lot, or via Facebook or Zoom for worship this Sunday, don’t miss an opportunity to celebrate joy in a time when more joy is sorely needed.
RCL Lectionary Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent, Year A, December 15, 2019
No matter what lesson or lessons you use in crafting your sermon or lesson, let this third Sunday of Advent be a powerful YES in a world that so often cries no. We have great hope even in the face of doubt because God has said YES to us and to all of creation. (Photo: Barney Moss, Creative Commons)
RCL Reflection, 4th Sunday of Advent & Nativity of Our Lord, Year B, Dec. 24, 2017
This year provides the rare opportunity to bridge Advent and Christmas using the power call of the angels, “Do not be afraid.” From Mary’s radical “yes” to the first announcement of Jesus’ birth to the most unlikely of recipients, the lessons for this day offer amazing good news of hope, possibility, and transformation. Be not afraid to build this bridge! (Photo: Guillaume Speurt, Creative Commons)
Third Sunday of Advent, Year A, December 11, 2016
What sort of highway do you want to travel each and every day? Do you want to experience life or hurtle through it? Do you desire to chart your course on God’s hopeful highway, among God’s people? (Photo:
