Eternal One, Silence from whom my words come; Questioner from whom my questions arise; Lover of whom all my loves are hints; Disturber in whom alone I find my rest; Mystery in whose depths I find healing and myself; enfold... Continue Reading →
Thank you to Pastor Anthony Chatman and the folks at Hosanna Houston for their hospitality. We blessed the oils used for baptism, healing, commendation of the dying. We renewed our vocational vows. We enjoyed lunch together. And we took an... Continue Reading →
The Three Days are actually Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil. A number of our Gulf Coast congregations do an Easter Vigil. Here is a sample bulletin from Christ the King Lutheran Church in Houston, in which services for... Continue Reading →
Lots of positive energy this morning at St. Paul Brenham. This congregation has come through some struggles, and landed in a really healthy place. I'm deeply grateful for Pastor Phil Fenton's solid leadership. How nice of the confirmation class of... Continue Reading →
Luke 19:28-40 – Processional Gospel with Palms. The Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. An anti-triumph, in contrast to the Roman triumphal marches after a conquering victory. Isaiah 50:4-9a – Game face: I gave my back to those who struck me, and... Continue Reading →
Isaiah 43:16-21 – Rivers in the desert: do not remember the former things. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers... Continue Reading →
