• Something Lost (Proper 19C)

    Something Lost (Proper 19C)

    In the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, Jesus reveals both the generosity of God and our role in the drama.

  • Parking Lot Conversations

    Parking Lot Conversations

    In a reflection for Proper 19C, we look at what precipitates the parables of The Lost; and what it means for us.

  • Sinners

    Sinners

    The Bible frequently uses the word “sinner”. We often have a hard time noticing that Jesus has a problem with the term.

  • Your boss wants you to hate quiet quitting

    Your boss wants you to hate quiet quitting

    Quiet quitting is about labor, life, and the value people bring to their work. The ones who want you to hate it sign checks.

  • Hate Life?

    Hate Life?

    Getting at what Jesus means can be difficult when we’re distracted by what he says. Yes, he is still about the love.

  • Forward, Backward, or Now?

    Forward, Backward, or Now?

    How we usually imagine time: linear and consistent: is fun and useful. But it also reveals existential quandaries.

  • Simple

    Simple

    Episode 36 of the Make Saints podcast

  • Deal with the hate or possessions? (Proper 18C)

    Deal with the hate or possessions? (Proper 18C)

    How we approach this week’s gospel may depend on exactly the need we think most needs addressed. Either is just the start.