Thinking About Mary

Thinking About Mary

When I was in seminary I was introduced to the idea of “social location.” In a few words this is the awareness of what makes a person unique. The potential for a million questions that might be asked and answered exists for everyone. Where did they grow...
Servant Leadership

Servant Leadership

“If you want to be the greatest you must be the servant of all.” These words echo in our ears long after Jesus says them. They do because we know he is right. This is what he asks of us in leadership. It is also what we would be wise to look for in those...
Only One of Me and You

Only One of Me and You

God loves all of us. Personally I never get tired of remembering that. I hope you feel the same. Life can be hard from time to time and remembering God’s love for me helps a lot.  So why does God love me? Why does God love you? It seems an amazing fact...
Only One of Me and You

Servant of All

What makes a great leader? How does one develop the ability to be a leader of people? What do you think? Jesus gives what today would be very unpopular advice this coming Sunday in our gospel lesson. He suggests that if you want to be the greatest you might consider...
Only One of Me and You

Can We Stay the Course?

For the prior four weeks we have heard Jesus speaking in a very long monologue. We have learned a lot in the meantime. This coming Sunday we will learn the response to what he had to say.  Scripture often paints things in black and white with little room for gray. I...