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Serving the best stuff—for Epiphany 2C
In the wedding feast at Cana, we see Jesus’s first miracle; but it is a curious one. It sets a tone for what kind of miracle-worker he is.
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How our love of fairness blinds us—for Proper 20A
Wealth, hard work, and fairness are all tangled up in our imagination. This blinds us to our impact on the experiences of others.
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Right — and the wrongness of individual gain
Our sense of what is right is linked to our sense of responsibility. This doesn’t always lead to the best decisions or expectations.
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A cup of cold water
In the midst of community tragedy, we see ready examples of generous welcome. What is it that we offer each other?
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Being Mary
Mary anoints Jesus’s feet. Judas argues for the prudent use of resources. Why do we always side with Judas?
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Generosity—giving as an act of discipline
There’s an interesting thing that happens when we talk about opportunities to be generous. Something nags at our brains to ask: What if…?
