The Shepherd’s Vigil, 10/13/2021
“What do you want me to do for you?” Mark 10:36 These are words of Jesus to the disciples James and John. I wonder how we might respond if we heard Jesus ask us this question. “What do you want me to do for you?” I bet we would respond with a request that would ease a […]
The Shepherd’s Vigil, 10/06/21
“Let the Children come”, Mark 10:14 The heart of a child is a central part of Jesus’ message about the Kingdom of God. This is how the gospel writer of Mark sets up the wonderful teachings of Jesus in chapter 10. The “heart of a child” is how we come to and receive the gift of the […]
The Shepherd’s Vigil, 9/29/2021
“Get ready: for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you”, Joshua 3:5 This past Sunday was a great 40th anniversary celebration. Thank you to all who worked to make the weekend happen. It was filled with joy, love, and laughter. We not only remembered the blessings of the past but were challenged and motivated for […]
The Shepherd’s Vigil, 9/22/21
“Be strong and courageous”, Joshua 1:6 This phrase is repeated often in the opening of the Old Testament book of Joshua. The Hebrew people have been lifted from slavery, endured years in the desert, and now are entering the promised land. That sounds like good news but to conquer and settle in a new place […]