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Good Friday
There is a mountain range that I once got to hike in New Mexico called the Sangre de Cristo Mountains—the “Blood of Christ” Mountains. It’s an evocative name. The phrase … Continue reading Good Friday
Maundy Thursday
We think of Maundy Thursday often only in terms of the Last Supper. The fellowship, the foot washing, the lengthy “farewell discourse” in John’s Gospel including the “new commandment”, and, … Continue reading Maundy Thursday
Wednesday in Holy Week
The Gospel reading for today is a challenging one. It centers on Judas’ impending betrayal of Jesus. The writers of Luke and John both attribute Satan entering Judas to help … Continue reading Wednesday in Holy Week
Tuesday in Holy Week
It’s finally Holy Week. Lent is over. In our church calendar, Jesus has processed into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey. The scene is set. Today is the final … Continue reading Tuesday in Holy Week
Monday in Holy Week
Palm Sunday would not be the same without a processional with palm branches and the singing of “All Glory, Laud, and Honor.” The hymn connects the events of that Sunday … Continue reading Monday in Holy Week
Friday in the Fifth Week of Lent
I have a practice of reading the Psalms with “Love” replacing God’s name (instead of the more traditional “Lord”, as if God’s some fussy earl). I find it remarkable to … Continue reading Friday in the Fifth Week of Lent