The Fifth Sunday of Easter Acts 26:1-7; Psalm 33; 1 Peter 2:4-9; John 14:1-12 “Do not let your hearts be troubled”. Despite what Jesus says, my heart is troubled, and I suspect yours might be too. What troubles your heart … Continue reading →

The Fourth Sunday of Easter Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2:20b-25; John 10:1-10 How do you sing Schubert’s “Ave Maria” so that it is heard as if for the first time by the listener who has sat through … Continue reading →

The Third Sunday of Easter Acts 2:14:22-33; Psalm 16; I Peter 1:17-21; Luke 24:13-35 Jesus quietly catches up with some disciples who are having a lively debate as they walk home. Caught off guard by the unexpected stranger, Jesus poses … Continue reading →

The Second Sunday of Easter Acts 2:452-47; Psalm 118; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31 We have experienced so much betrayal by societal institutions including our own church that it is difficult to believe in anything today. The damage done to … Continue reading →