November 3: For All the Saints

November 3: For All the Saints

God makes all things new Of all three years of the lectionary cycle, this year’s All Saints readings have the most tears. Isaiah and Revelation look forward to the day when God will wipe away all tears; in John’s gospel, Jesus weeps along with Mary and all the...
November 12: Awaiting Christ in Community

November 12: Awaiting Christ in Community

Encourage one another with Christ’s promises Today the prophet Amos calls for justice to roll down like waters. Paul urges us to encourage one another with the promised coming of the Lord. Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids. Surrounded...
November 5: Honoring each other as God’s creation

November 5: Honoring each other as God’s creation

Honor each other with caring actions Micah declares God’s condemnation of those who abhor justice. Jesus warns against hypocrisy. Paul urges the Thessalonians to lead a life worthy of God. Called to be humble servants, we gather for worship, seeking justice and...