Tag: discipleship

  • Mary was there

    Mary was there

    In Mary, we have the epitome of presence, of apprehension and participation. And a vision for what the resurrection means.

  • Rise—when The End isn’t the end

    Rise—when The End isn’t the end

    As people of the resurrection, we can both love the concept and also refuse to accept that it has anything to do with our lives.

  • Between the Passion and Easter (Year B)

    Between the Passion and Easter (Year B)

    In moving from Passion to Resurrection, we are offered a chance to see God anew. But are we keeping our eyes focused on our purpose?

  • Members aren’t customers

    Members aren’t customers

    Many organizations struggle with members confusing their role in the organization: wanting to be the people the organization serves.

  • Preparing for Passion Week

    Preparing for Passion Week

    Our anticipation of the Passion, for Holy Week, is intellectual and experiential. But what Jesus offers is a promise of participation.

  • Liturgy—remembering together a holy week

    Liturgy—remembering together a holy week

    The experience of gathering, remembering, sharing in the liturgy is essential for us in Holy Week, not just the Sundays before and after.

  • Being Disciples

    Being Disciples

    In seeking Jesus, we see people at their most invested. In clamoring for power and preserving status, we see us at our least.

  • Sharing Grace—for Lent 5B

    Sharing Grace—for Lent 5B

    When Jesus starts talking about glorification, we forget all about discipleship — because following Jesus is hard.