Our first proclamation today describes a final dramatic scene in which God shows Moses the land promised the Hebrews; then Moses dies. He had fought,
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OUR PROMISED LAND
Our first proclamation today describes a final dramatic scene in which God shows Moses the land promised the Hebrews; then Moses dies. He had fought,
Read moreRELIGION AND POLITICS
“We must never talk about religion and politics”, claim many people. Jesus, however, speaks of these “bugaboos” especially in today’s gospel. The Pharisees and Herodians
Read moreYOU ARE INVITED
Jesus, in today’s gospel, relates a timely parable in which in which a king (Abba) invites everyone to his banquet, the ultimate compliment from God
Read moreCELEBRATING GOD’S CREATION
How weird, this political campaign! I’m not referring to the candidates (although that might apply) but to the policies discussed and not discussed. The very
Read moreACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER….
“I’ll do the dishes!” “I’ll shovel the snow!” How often I have promised action, but t’was only words. Jesus, in today’s gospel, illustrates the power of action
Read moreMANNA MOMENT TO MOMENT
Bread from heaven! What a miracle! Today’s first proclamation speaks of God feeding his people with manna. However, biblical scholars have for generations been teaching
Read moreSEVEN!
Years ago, I visited Las Vegas, and learned the importance of seven in gambling. Depending on the game, seven makes you a winner or loser.
Read moreTHE SAVING BLOOD
Today’s first proclamation recalls Gods’ commanding the Hebrews to slaughter a choice lamb, consume it at supper, and sprinkle its blood on the door frames
Read moreLIKE THE BUSH ARE WE AFIRE?
Some years ago, my brother Joe lay dying. As I held him, I whispered, “Joe, let go!” He whimpered, “It’s awfully hard.” How supreme, the
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