Browsing the March 2018 archive of Blog

Living the Resurrection

Posted by debbie fields on 3/28/18

Living the Resurrection

 

 

For Sunday, April 1, 2018 Easter Sunday

Acts 10:34a, 37-43 Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 John 20:1-9 or Mark 16:1-7

In his book, “The Dwelling of the Light: Praying with Icons of Christ”, Rowan Williams (the former archbishop of Canterbury) reflected:

“Orthodox theologians ... Read More »

He Emptied Himself

Posted by debbie fields on 3/21/18

He Emptied Himself

 

For Sunday, March 25, 2018, Palm Sunday Mark 11:1-10 Philippians 2:6-11 Mark 14:1—15:47

Over the past few decades, what has become known as the “Prosperity Gospel” has gained popularity among televangelists. It claims that following Christ should result in increased financial success for the believer ... Read More »

“With My Own Eyes”

Posted by debbie fields on 3/14/18

“With My Own Eyes”

 

For Sunday, March 18, 2018 Fifth Sunday of Lent

Jeremiah 31:31-34 Hebrews 5:7-9 John 12:20-33

I remember the first time I was in the exam room as the ophthalmologist tested various prescription strengths for glasses. “Which is better … 1 or 2 … 2 ... Read More »

Choosing a Life of Light

Posted by debbie fields on 3/07/18

Choosing a Life of Light

  

For Sunday, March 11, 2018 Fourth Sunday of Lent

2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23 Ephesians 2:4-10 John 3:14-21

As a military family, we often find ourselves living far from those closest to us and going at life alone. While some years have felt lonely, ... Read More »