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Join us as we descend now to the lowest circle of Inferno Cantos 29-31
Does Jesus really want us to "hate" our families? What does he mean by "bearing our crosses"? Or what about "renounce all that you have"? Listen as we consider these hard sayings of Jesus together. Text: Luke 14:25-33
David Burke picks up teaching Sunday School this week with a study on Excellence. Join us!
Continue with us in our descent into Inferno as we look at Cantos 26-28.
The sin of Pride can be infectious and deadly, infesting our relationships, our minds, our souls, and our communities. Thankfully, Jesus offers the antidotes of Humility and Hospitality as the cure. Listen as we explore these themes in this week's sermon. Text: Luke 14:1-14
What does the Sabbath mean for Christians and how can we honor it, live it, and observe it? Listen this week as we consider these questions while discussing Jesus' healing of a woman who was bent down for eighteen years. Text: Luke 13:10-17
This week, we begin our journey into the 8th Circle of Inferno, the Malebolge, with Dante and Virgil. Join us as we continue our decent into the bowels of the earth and deeper into Hell. Cantos 18-21
In this week's sermon , we reflect on the story of Mary and Martha and what it means to choose “the good portion.” What if discipleship doesn't begin with doing, but with sitting, listening, resting at the feet of, and putting our attention on Jesus? In a world of constant busyness, Jesus invites us to a life where worship grounds our work and where service flows out of contemplation. Text: Luke 10:38-42
Connor and Nick dig into the story of the demoniac in Luke 8 and draw surprising connections to the legend of St. Christopher. A conversation about transformation, identity, and what it means to carry Christ.
The Parable of the Good Samaritan Text: Luke 10:25-37
This week, we begin our descent into Hell with Dante and Virgil, visiting the vestibule and crossing the river Styx.
As we continue in our Lukan journey and consider our roles as disciples, Jesus instructs us on how to handle rejection for the sake of his name. Text: Luke 10:1-11; 16-20
This week, Pastor Nick begins a study of the cosmological look at the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. In this first lesson, we consider the structure and theology of the Comedy as well as look briefly at Dante's life before reading Cantos 1 & 2.
What is the cost of Discipleship? Listen this week as Jesus discusses this very topic with three would-be disciples. Text: Luke 9:51-62
This week, we begin a journey through the miracles and parables of the Gospel of Luke. Today we consider the healing of the demoniac. Join us as we consider the symbolism in this story and how it informs our discipleship. Text: Luke 8:26-39
In this chapter of Footnotes, Connor and Pastor Chris sit down to discuss the intriguing topic of Jesus' siblings. They discuss the biblical texts and various interpretations surrounding whether Jesus had biological brothers and sisters, highlighting the different ways Christians have understood this over time. Join them for a thoughtful conversation that brings clarity to this often-debated aspect of Christ's family and its significance for faith today.
In this chapter of Footnotes, Connor and Nick explore the life and ministry of the Apostle Peter, diving into his writings and his transformation from an impulsive, uncertain disciple to a pivotal leader in the early church. Join us for this engaging conversation.