What do you think it means to welcome someone? [Wait for answers]
In the scripture for today, Jesus says that, when we welcome someone because Jesus asked us to, it's the same as if we welcome Jesus himself.… Read the rest “Children’s Moment for Proper 8a – 2-July-23”
How many hairs do you think you have on your head? [Wait for answers]
Do you think you could count them? [Wait again]
The scripture for today says that we are so important to God that God has counted every hair on our head.… Read the rest “Children’s Moment for Proper 7a – 25-Jun-23”
"How long will you hide your face from me?" says the Psalm for today. The answer is, "Not long." We all have those moments, like the king in Hamlet when our "words fly up, but our thoughts remain below"; when God seems far off.… Read the rest “Table Meditation (Psalm) for Proper 7a – 25-June-23”
When Jesus sent out the twelve, it was one of the first steps in broadcasting the message that God's love was for all people. He didn't send them very far at first. That was to come later. The message was preached first in Judea with the intent of going into all the world when the time was right.… Read the rest “Table Meditation (Gospel) for Proper 6a – 18-June-23”
The gospel story for today is another time when Jesus sent his disciples out to teach and to help people. Why do you think Jesus sent his disciples out instead of going himself? [Wait for answers]
We are Jesus' disciples today and, even though Jesus can be everywhere now, it's helpful for people to be able to see someone even when they know Jesus is there.… Read the rest “Children’s Moment for Proper 6a – 18-Jun-23”
Have you ever had someone bully you? Have you had someone who seems to enjoy bothering you? [Wait for answers]
What do you think you should do when this happens? [again, wait]
In the gospel story for today, Jesus says "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you."… Read the rest “Children’s Moment for Epiphany 7a – 19-Feb-23”
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Jesus says, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." This is exactly what Jesus himself did, especially when he prayed, "Father forgive them, they don't know what they're doing."… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Epiphany A7 – 19-Feb-23”
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In our gospel reading for today, Jesus says, "I am the bread of life." As we come to this table, part of what we're seeking is the way to live.… Read the rest “Table Meditation (Gospel) for Thanksgiving C – 20-Nov-22”