Lectionary reading from the Blue Book: Paul’s full letter to Philemon here From Paul’s letter to Philemon: “So if you consider me your *partner, welcome Onesimus as you would welcome me. If he has wronged you in any way or owes you anything, charge that to me.” Have you read Paul’s curious letter to Philemon? In a nutshell, …
Lectionary reading from the Blue Book: John 7:37-44 read full passage here “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. Rivers of living water will brim and spill out of the depths of anyone who believes in me this way, just as the Scripture says.” Many of us practice fasting during the season of …
Art by our beloved Lynda Thurman “You are not what you do, although you do a lot. You are not what you have collected in terms of friendships and connections, although you might have many. You are not the popularity that you have received. You are not the success of your work. You are not …
You know we’re ready to accept the invitation if you read yesterday’s post on Carnival Barkers at the party. This weekend we are hosting the…wait for it… “The Transformation Party!” Who doesn’t want more of that? Think about it. When communities are full of financial disparity, sexism, racism, and phobias of every kind, we cease to listen, value, and …
“That’s just the Carnival Barkers.” Scott Loughrige We’ve had Carnival Barkers (CB’s) every time we’ve taken a vulnerable and courageous step to join the party. Yep. Every. Time. According to the Urban Dictionary, a Carnival Barker is “One who hangs out outside a party and warns people not to go in for any reason.” To join …