Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! As we move from the season after Epiphany, we enter the season of Lent. This season is known for its penitential character; and for people feeling the need to “give things up”. These are part of the tradition of Lent. The central theme of Lent, however, is …
Lent
Pot Luck and Apocalypse
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! In seminary, we convinced our Greek professor to teach a course in apocalyptic literature. It wasn’t in the curriculum and he had never taught it. But we thought it was important for us to at least have an opportunity to study the genre. Our idea was simple. …
After Holy Week
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! Last week, I talked about "Easter Tired". That part of Easter we don't often talk about that is exhausting. Not just because we've done a lot in the last week. But the simple fact of making this special day is, for a lot of people, really tiring. …