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Mary and Martha (Proper 11C)
The story of Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42) is recognizable and feels simple because it provokes something in us so easily.
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Jesus, Mary, and Martha
This story sticks with me. It always has. There’s something about it which tickles and fascinates. What is Jesus getting at with Mary? What is she doing which causes her to be doing the “right” thing? What is Martha getting wrong? Proper 11C | Luke 10:38-42 Several years ago, a friend who was an engineer…
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Someone’s In the Kitchen With Martha…
a homily for Proper 11C Text: Luke 10:38-42 Dividing Each Other Before we get into the meat of this week’s gospel story, I want us to acknowledge something. This is a divisive gospel. There are many among us that feel recognized and justified. They feel like Mary. They love to be reminded that they are…