by Susannah Morris I have a habit of always looking ahead one step. For many years, I eagerly awaited college, but now that I’m here, I’d like to leap ahead into my future “real life.” I have to check myself and recognize that today is my life. The people I encounter, the classes I take, [...]
Marthame Sanders (note: Marthame’s sermons and other reflections are also available on his blog) Jonah 3:1-5, 10 Mark 1:14-20
Marthame Sanders (Marthame’s sermons and other reflections are also available on his blog) Genesis 1:1-5 Mark 1:4-11
My life flows on in endless song; Above earth’s lamentation I hear the sweet though far off hymn That hails a new creation: Through all the tumult and the strife I hear the music ringing; It finds an echo in my soul— How can I keep from singing? What though my joys and comforts die? [...]
Epiphany of the Lord “. . . they were overwhelmed with joy.” (Matthew 2:1-12) Glorious now behold Him arise, King and God and Sacrifice; Alleluia, Alleluia Sounds through the earth and skies. (“We Three Kinds of Orient Are” PH#66) Lots of things seem poised to overwhelm us on January 6: staggering bills [...]
Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace: your word has been fulfilled. My own eyes have seen the salvation which you have prepared in the sight of every people; A light to reveal you to the nations and the glory of your people Israel. (Luke 2: 29-32, Canticle of Simeon or Nunc Dimittis) [...]
Marthame Sanders (note: Marthame’s sermons and other reflections are also available on his blog) Isaiah 60:1-6 Matthew 2:1-12
Songs of Celebration Christ is born and it’s time to celebrate! Allow yourself to unapologetically celebrate the full Christmas season, from Christmas day to the day of Epiphany! As you celebrate with family and friends this Christmas season, imagine yourself traveling with the three wise men to see the baby lying in a manger. Think [...]
Saturday, January 3 His yoke is easy, and his burden is light. (Matthew 11:30) Reflecting on this verse is a gift. If we can take time this holiday season and truly be thankful for our many blessings, realize how very blessed we truly are, Christmas will come. Even if we didn’t get everything [...]
He shall feed His flock like a shepherd; and He shall gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those that are with young. (Isaiah 40:11) Come unto Him, all ye that labour, come unto Him that are heavy laden, and He will give you rest. [...]