Following God’s Call

Following God’s Call

“Whoever is not against us is for us.” (Mark 9:40)In what would be followed by some of the harshest words of scripture, Jesus casts yet another stunningly wide circle of invitation. The disciples were tattling on someone casting out demons in Jesus’ name, but...
Humble Walking

Humble Walking

Our Gospel this week is a lesson in contrasts. Jesus, revealing the sacrifice and suffering he will undergo, turns to his disciples who are arguing in whispers behind him. When he calls them on it, they know they are in the wrong. For while their teacher was preparing...
The Tongue Is a Fire

The Tongue Is a Fire

“The tongue is a fire…” (James 3:6)The saying goes, “sticks and stones can break my bones…” but we know that words matter, and so does James. The tongue, small as it is, can be responsible for incredible harm. The tongue, and language, can also re-shape our reality,...
Hearing Marginalized Voices

Hearing Marginalized Voices

If someone with less power than you challenges your point of view, do you believe them? In our Gospel for today, Jesus comes across as dismissive, even shaming, in his refusal to the Syro-Phoenician woman who begs for healing for her daughter. He calls her a dog, to...
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