14 Nov 2024

November 10, 2024 — The Rev. Canon Britt Olson

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With all this in mind–the imminent destruction of the Temple, his own upcoming death and the upheavals that are ahead for his followers–Jesus notices one person in particular. He singles her out from the crowds and points her out to his disciples. Why? Her gift of two coins seems foolish and useless. She is already poor and at risk since she is a widow without anyone to protect or provide for her. Her two small coins won’t make any difference in the costly upkeep of the Temple. And Jesus knows that the Temple won’t even be there in a few years. … Read More

9 Jul 2024

July 7, 2024 — The Rev Canon Britt Olson

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The fact that Jesus continued faithfully to live into his identity and to serve and love others in spite of opposition and rejection can be an encouragement to us when we experience similar criticism and hostility.  We are not to be surprised at disbelief, distrust, rejection and failure.  We follow a Savior who took on the worst of human behavior on the cross and by his love and God’s power transformed despair into hope, sorrow into joy and death into life.… Read More

18 Jun 2024

June 16, 2024 — The Rev Canon Britt Olson

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Jesus’ image of the Kingdom of God is of a place of rest, safety, comfort and shelter for the least and the last and the lost.  It is not about being big or grand or successful but rather about welcoming and caring for those for whom life’s circumstances are very difficult.  This vision calls all who follow Jesus to a life which is more concerned with the vulnerable than with image or esteem.… Read More

5 Jun 2024

June 2, 2024 — The Rev. Canon Britt Olson

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“When we are cracked open, it is God’s light that will pour forth.  When we get out of the way by not trying to be God but just to be our most authentic, vulnerable and true selves, then the light of Christ will show in our lives.  This is so counterintuitive.  We try to be strong, to be perfect, to fix everything and to overcome every challenge.  Meanwhile there is a more glorious and beautiful light that can only illumine us when we allow ourselves to be weak.”… Read More

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