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The Greatest Loser
The crucified ones of this world are helping us re-narrate the Law and the words of the Prophets to reclaim a Gospel of grace, mercy, and peace in a violent world.
By Kris Rocke
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The Enemy of Perfection
Argh! I knew it. Underneath Jesus’ expansive, merciful heart lay a trigger-happy moral cop itching for us to straighten up…
By Kris Rocke
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A Solitary Light
In this week’s lectionary Gospel reading, Jesus reminds us that we are salt and light. These are twin gifts of our deepest vocation – to be human. As salt we preserve humanity, especially among the dehumanized until they can occupy their own humanity more fully for themselves. As light we expose dehumanizing darkness by reflecting the glory of God. Isn’t this what Jesus does for us?
By Kris Rocke
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Breaking Into Prison
Gospel freedom happens to us while we are still in prison.
By Kris Rocke
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Asking the Beautiful Questions
I imagine the rich man at the beginning of his day. He is a man about town, with pressing matters on his mind and very important people to meet. I am easily persuaded that someone like him has no time to volunteer with a local charity or dedicate himself to the protection of the less fortunate. But then we find Lazarus right outside his gate.
By Joel Van Dyke
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