Walk Into the Text

When the Rabbi’s read they walk into the text. They bring themselves to it and step across the edge of the scroll, jump up onto its body, bouncing a little, believing it will hold their weight. And...

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Questioners, Beware

by Danielle Shroyer

Gospel Reading:  John 10:22-30

For Sunday, April 21, 2013: Year C—Easter 4

Sometimes, less is more.

In this conversation between Jesus and the Jews gathered in the Temple, I think...

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When Whirlwinds Speak

I know I’m in trouble when God calls me a pansy.

by Mike Baughman

Old Testament Reading:  Job 3:1-11

For Sunday, June 24, 2012: Year B—Ordinary 12

For my undergraduate education I went to Duke...

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