The gospel story today tells us of Simeon, who waited at the Temple awaiting a glimpse of God's promised Messiah. When he saw Jesus, he took him in his arms and praised God, saying, "my eyes have seen your salvation." … Read the rest “Table Meditation (Gospel) for 31-December-17”
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Jesus asks in Matthew 6, "Is not life more than food?" Here at the table, we find an answer to that question. These elements are food and drink, but they represent food for our whole selves, for mind, body, and spirit.… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Epiphany 8a – 26-Feb-17”
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What a great thing to hear: "Your sins are forgiven." If we think about it carefully, most of what we suffer and most of what we may even bring on ourselves comes back to sinfulness.… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Proper 6c – 12-Jun-16”
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The gospel story for today is about one of the great miracles of Jesus, the raising of a dead man. We may not see such a great miracle here today -- we may never see such a thing.… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Proper 5c – 5-Jun-16”
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The centurion says, in our gospel reading for today, "Lord, do not trouble yourself, for I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; therefore I did not presume to come to you."… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Proper 4c – 29-May-16”
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John reminds us, in our gospel reading for today, that no one has ever seen God. In order for us to truly understand God, we need to look at Jesus. Jesus shows us how to live a life dedicated to God.… Read the rest “Table Meditation for Christmas 2c – 3-Jan-16”