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At the intersection of Sacred and Profane

2018/05/13 By Barry Leave a Comment

Jesus and community

I begin with my yearly restatement that I have nothing against Mothers’ Day (nor Fathers’ Day, Valentine’s Day, or any other day for that matter). I think mothers are the unsung heroes of everything and I don’t think I could have more respect for them in general and specific that I do. The problem is, when you preach the Lectionary, you preach the Lectionary . . . and I do. I have been known to divert from it now and then but it has been from a sense of a particular need rather than a particular day. Sorry to any and all Moms if this bothers you, that was not my intention.

This Sunday was a joint service hosted by Knox Presbyterian. A couple of times a year, the two congregations where I preach get together for a joint service. The reasons are varied, this one was for the Sunday School end of year celebration.

I am in awe of how the Holy Spirit superintends the Lectionary so it frequently has texts that relate to exactly what a congregation is experiencing. This Sunday’s Gospel lesson is part of Jesus’ High Priestly prayer. This particular part addresses the community Jesus is creating and his desires for it. I hope it speaks to you in some way, especially if you are wondering if Jesus cares about churches or any community of faith . . . he does.

“What does Jesus want for our community?” Knox Presbyterian (to download, right click and select “Save Link As . . .”)

https://s3.amazonaws.com/wftm.media/wp-content/uploads/180513_Knox.mp3

Blessings,

 

 

Filed Under: Easter, Preaching, Sunday, Year B Tagged With: community, Easter 7, High Priestly Prayer, Jesus, John 17, preaching

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