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Posts Categorized: What does it mean to commit to peace?
September 7, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? Just peacemaking: painfully and patiently Rev. Raafat L. Zaki Mark 15:33–34 When it was noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon. At three o’clock Jesus cried out with a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, my God, why have you… Read more »
September 6, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? Finding God in the pause Susan Keil Smith Psalm 40:1 I waited patiently for the Lord; God inclined to me and heard my cry. Reflection: When I reflect on this Psalm, I recognize that patience and peacefulness are intertwined. The psalmist says, “I waited patiently for the… Read more »
September 5, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? Taking a risk Rev. Emily Brewer Mark 15:12–21 “Crucify him!” Reflection: There was a kid in my second-grade class named Paul whom other kids called “Paul Bunyan.” Maybe it sounds innocuous, but the intent was to ostracize him, and it worked. I never teased Paul, but I… Read more »
September 4, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? The promise of equity Ekama Eni Psalm 96:10-11 Say among the nations “The Lord is sovereign! The world is firmly established; it shall never be moved. God will judge the peoples with equity.” Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice. Reflection: Merriam-Webster defines equity… Read more »
September 3, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? Temptations to denial Rev. Dr. Robert B. Woodruff Mark 14:72 … Then Peter remembered that Jesus had said to him, “Before the cock crows twice, you will deny me three times.” And Peter broke down and wept. Reflection: Denial serves as a barrier between a person and… Read more »
September 2, 2019
What does it mean to commit to peace? Peacemaking through interfaith commuity Rev. Eric Markman Psalm 145:9 The Lord is good to all, and God’s compassion is over all that God has made. Reflection: I serve a multicultural church that has strong relationships with our neighboring Jewish temple and mosque. Three years ago, we worked… Read more »
September 1, 2019
Observing A Season of Peace Rev. Ginna Bairby 1 Timothy 4:7b–8 Train yourself in godliness, for while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. Reflection: Today we begin the Season of Peace. Over the next five… Read more »
