How many of us grew up with mothers who, when surprised by drop-in guests, somehow managed to take what little was in the fridge and cupboard and create a feast for the unexpected visitors? A good host manages to pull off the impossible and satisfies the hungry need of those in attendance. There may even be leftovers to send home after the meal. In John 6:1-15, commonly known as the Feeding of the Five Thousand, we discover Jesus being very aware of the hungry crowds. He knows that they have … [Read more...] about SATISFY YOUR HUNGER…..THEN GO AND FEED OTHERS
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Authority…Fear or Respect?
Blessèd Blending “An ordinary person in the pew reflection” With Jim Dunn Week-end of January 28th, 2018 Mark 1:21-28 This reading speaks of authority. Our understanding of the word authority today points us towards someone being in charge and you'd better watch your step !.... Or someone in authority is out to put you in your place. It also has a sense of fear and caution and separates those who are the underlings from an overbearing boss! Haven’t we all been there? In Mark we find … [Read more...] about Authority…Fear or Respect?
Listen For The Call….it’s worth It!
Mark 1:14-20 This week's Gospel describes the call that Jesus gave to those who were ready for a change. John had been arrested and now Jesus begins to continue the message himself that John had begun. Change and believe in the Good News! The Kingdom of God is near What happened to these soon-to-become disciples and followers of Christ? They were ready for a change. The daily routine had become dry. Fishing with no gain, mending nets that kept breaking and trying to fix what was broken. … [Read more...] about Listen For The Call….it’s worth It!
The Detour, a Surprising Revelation
Last week I was heading to Ottawa for a Speakers' Convention from Toronto. I was anxious to get to my destination so travelling down the 401 highway with my music blaring and sipping on a Tim Horton's cup of Java, I was in my element. Then it happened! Road construction! A big sign reading SLOW DOWN, BE ALERT flashed in front of my face. For a good while I sat in a long line of traffic until one vehicle at a time merged its way forward to get to the other side of the slowdown. We've all … [Read more...] about The Detour, a Surprising Revelation