John 20:1-18 While it is still dark Mary goes to the tomb. She sees that the stone has been removed, and she runs to tell Peter and the other disciple. They run to the tomb. They look in. And in one of the most understated lines in all of scripture, we are told that “they […]
Dear Grace family, Today the church gathers at the cross. And at first glance, calling this day Good may seem strange. Good Friday tells the story of betrayal, suffering, violence, and death. It invites us to slow down and confront the deep brokenness of the world — and the brokenness within ourselves. It asks us […]
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29, Mark 11:1-11 In January of 2023, I had the opportunity to travel to Israel and Palestine with a group from Austin Seminary and members of Agudas Achim, a Jewish synagogue in Austin. I remember walking that steep path down from the Mount of Olives. It is not wide. It is not straight. […]
Each year, Holy Week invites us into the heart of our faith. It is not simply more church at different times of the day. It is the climax of the Christian liturgical year, when Christians around the world once again walk the path of the passion — through betrayal, denial, rejection, crucifixion, and resurrection. The […]
Dear faith family, Earlier this week, someone asked me a thoughtful question: “Why do you have black curtains partially covering the beautiful stained glass windows in the sanctuary?” If I’m honest, this is a new tradition for me as well. But over these weeks of Lent, I’ve come to experience it in a meaningful way. […]
