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Active Participation
In the baptism of Jesus and the calling of Andrew as a disciples, we get a different view of active participation.
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Andrew’s simple invitation
I don’t think Andrew is doing anything crazy or difficult. It isn’t weird or selfish. He’s telling his brother something.
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Then he consented (Epiphany 1A)
The Baptism of Jesus is one of our tradition’s most important stories. It is also one of its most subversive.
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Pleasing God
In the baptism of Jesus, we are invited into a new relationship. With Jesus, God, the Holy Spirit, and each other.
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Beloved—It’s better than being better
As a new year begins, we are drawn to being better than we are. Which is good. But above that is God’s love.
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The Name of Jesus
In celebrating the Feast of the Holy Name, we are addressing, not that Jesus was named, but that his name matters.
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It Means Saving
In reflecting on the naming of Jesus, we may be drawn into the details and forget the power in the name for us.
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Name—More than what we call him
We often pretend names aren’t that important. But when we name, we recognize the power they have in our lives.