Epiphany 7A – The Episcopal Church

Bible Study: Epiphany 7 (A) – 2017

Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 Leviticus: not the most popular book of scripture among many Christians. How does one read text that does not contain a discernible story with engaging characters, but only seemingly arcane rituals and laws that have no apparent relevance in twenty-first century Western Christian culture? We do not practice them or even believe…

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Flawless, Epiphany 7 (A) – February 19, 2017

Most people are not as lucky as Beyoncé. Instead of waking up feeling “flawless,” most rise from bed a few minutes late, somewhat dehydrated, and in great need of a tissue. Certainly no one removes a sleep apnea mask to declare, “I woke up like this.” So why is it that we are willing to…

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Bible Study: Epiphany 7 (A) – 2014

Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 Leviticus: not the most popular book of scripture among many Christians. How does one read text that does not contain a discernible story with engaging characters, but only seemingly arcane rituals and laws that have no apparent relevance in twenty-first century Western Christian culture? We do not practice them or even believe…

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Have You Asked…, Epiphany 7 (A) – 2011

Have you ever asked yourself: “What was Jesus thinking with this ‘turn the other cheek’ stuff? Are we supposed to be doormats for the sake of our faith? Is Jesus recommending that our calling card be ‘Mistreat me. I won’t retaliate’?” A quick, simplistic reading of Jesus’ words might seem to indicate the “doormat approach,”…

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