The desire of each of us to be truly known to someone is not something I would previously have included on a list of basic human needs. But, getting to know individuals who are experiencing homelessness has seriously impacted my perspective.
Each dinner I attend reinforces a new narrative. A story that reveals that unity does not mean sameness, and it is indeed possible to bridge differences without compromising your values and principles.
In this episode, the seedy life of King Saul, the unintentional interim
But “God” is only a word helpful in speaking of God with others – like a sort of code, the way “WALK” and “EAT” mean something to Kai. It gets a job done. But that entity we call “God” is, while decreasing in vocabulary, increasing exponentially in immanence and intimacy.
So, get out there and be redeemed, Jesus was the One! And when we see one another around the Kingdom, I’ll call you Betty, and you can call me Al.
From The Deseret News: “The Rev. Connie Pearson-Campbell (Episcopal Deacon) calls it a “God moment.” She says divine influence put Ralph Johnson in her path
The decision reportedly said that while “self-avowal does not nullify the consecration and cause removal from episcopal office,” it is enough to subject the bishop’s office to review. That means Oliveto remains a bishop in good standing until an administrative or judicial process is finished. – RNS
Relics are things which beg to be pondered. They ask us to consider what these objects, images, and artifacts meant to those who created and used them, and then what relevance they have for us today.
The Rev. Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows will become the first African American woman to lead an Episcopal Diocese when she becomes the Bishop of Indianapolis.
Sadly, Christian history doesn’t have the greatest track record when it comes to speaking truth to power, and challenging the privilege associated with empire.