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

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