Bishop Mariann Budde, Imam Suhaib Webb, Rabbi David Wolpe and Bishop Harry Jackson appeared in a pre-recorded segment of Face the Nation this morning, offering their perspective on the state of religion in modern America.
Quoting from John 20:1-18, Leon said in the same way Jesus told Mary Magdalene not to hold onto him, it is time for conservatives to stop holding on to what he considers outdated stances on race, gender equality, homosexuals and immigrants.
by Maria Evans O God of grace and glory, we remember before you this day our brother (sister) N. We thank you for giving him
Psalm 148, 149, 150; Psalm 113, 114, or 118 Exod. 12:1-14** or Isa. 51:9-11*** John 1:1-18** or Luke 24:13-35***or John 20:19-23*** **Intended for use in
Easter blessings from Episcopal Café
I can tell you that in my case my recognition of the right of same-sex couples to marry grew directly from the arguments mustered against it, because ultimately I realized they were also mustered against my wife, against me, and against the one person all the pro-marriage protestors and pamphleteers have pledged themselves to protect: My child.
John Fugelsang draws a contemporary parallel to the story of the Passion and Resurrection in this commentary. Does its analogy hold up for you?