Drew Downs, Writing with Hope – Make a New Normal

Between Proper 6 + 7 (Year A)

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3 min read

We often blanche at the tough stuff. When Jesus asks something difficult, we pretend it isn’t necessary. Or real.

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6 min read

Jesus looks at all of the people and he sees a whole—all of the people together—who need help and people to help.

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1 min read

Living is an act. To live, truly live, requires intention. To choose not to be ruled by nostalgia and the present past.

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2 min read

We have more than fast and slow, stop and go. The feeling that we have to see and do all the things is not the only way to live.

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3 min read

This week’s gospel is too easily taken as a reflection on leadership, or the need for better leaders. That’s not it.

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2 min read

When Jesus shows sympathy for the people who are “like sheep without a shepherd” do we ever think to ask why they are?