Podcast appearances and mentions of Peter Walsh

Ever wonder why Nicodemus can't seem to understand the teachings of Jesus? Today, Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy come to his defense and explain why he is one of the most underrated men in the Bible. Plus, they discuss what it's like to encounter different beliefs that challenge our black and white thinking, why John 3:16 is more than "stadium theology", and how this story reminds us to walk alongside those who are wrestling with their faith.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationWhy do you think Nicodemus comes to Jesus at night? Is it fear, curiosity, spiritual darkness, rabbinical custom, or all of the above?How does this passage challenge “stadium theology” readings of John 3:16?How might this passage reshape how we think about conversion as a process rather than a one-time event?Personal ReflectionWhen have you felt like Nicodemus—curious but confused, drawn but uncertain?What beliefs or frameworks have you had to release in order to deepen your faith?What would it mean for you to “persist in your folly” long enough to grow wise?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsJohn's Gospel moves Nicodemus from night (chapter 3), to public defense (chapter 7), to courageous devotion at the cross (chapter 19). What does this progression teach us about spiritual maturation?How do different traditions interpret “born again”? Where have interpretations become weaponized?If, as Karl Rahner suggested, “the Christian of the future will be a mystic or will not exist at all,” what might that mean for clergy and congregations today?Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Decluttering, home organization, and clutter psychology—organizing expert (and MY HERO!) Peter Walsh (Clean Sweep, Space Invaders) joins me to talk about why clutter isn't about the stuff and how overconsumption keeps our homes overwhelmed. If you're stuck in perfectionism, struggling with the mental load, or feeling guilt about waste and donations, this episode will help you declutter with clarity and confidence. AND I tried to only fan girl a little bit!Peter shares what he's learned after 20+ years of helping people and opening over 10,000 boxes of clutter on Space Invaders, including why real change comes from addressing the story behind the stuff—not buying better organizing products.We discuss: The link between clutter and consumption/coveting Why decluttering isn't an event—it's a mindset and process The key question: What do I want from my life, and what do I want from this room? Practical starting points (5 items a day, trash bag tango, reverse coat hanger trick) Storage solutions vs the reality of space limits How to avoid rushing people through change (intention vs impact) You can find more Clutterbug content here: Main YouTube Channel: @Clutterbug Website: http://www.clutterbug.me TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clutterbug_me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clutterbug_me/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Clutterbug.Me/ Peter's Website: https://peterwalshdesign.com/ #Clutterbug #PeterWalsh #Decluttering #HomeOrganization #OrganizingTips #ClutterFree #DeclutterYourHome #ClutterPsychology #Minimalism #Overconsumption #NoBuy #LowBuy #ShoppingAddiction #MentalLoad #Overwhelmed #Perfectionism #CleaningMotivation #SpaceInvaders #CleanSweep #OrganizedHome #SimpleLiving #MindsetShift #HomeDeclutter #ReduceStress #StopBuying #Consumerism #FamilyOrganization #ADHDOrganization #StorageSolutions #HoardingHelp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's lesson finds Jesus tempted in the wilderness. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss what things in the world tempt us to veer off the path Jesus laid out, what idols we're tempted by, and why we should unlearn what we've traditionally thought about the Devil.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationWhat does “one does not live by bread alone” reveal about spiritual hunger in a culture that appears materially full?What does it mean to say there is a force opposed to God's purposes in the world? How do we understand evil without excusing human responsibility?How does this story prepare us for Lent as a season of testing, clarity, and spiritual realignment?Personal ReflectionWhere in your life do you hear the whisper, “If you are…”? What identity questions are you wrestling with?Have you experienced a wilderness season—illness, recovery, grief, loneliness, pilgrimage, transition? What did it reveal about you?What distracts you most easily? Where do small deviations slowly move you off course?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsHow might Lent be an invitation to reclaim attention in an age of technological distraction?How does the baptismal renunciation of “Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness” frame the Christian life as ongoing resistance?If evil is often seductive rather than grotesque, how do we cultivate discernment?Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

On Ash Wednesday, we're forced to confront our mortality in a culture that is afraid to talk about death. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss why this seemingly gloomy occasion is actually one of the most uplifting. Plus, they contemplate what we're attached to and detached from, what giving looks like despite our means, what kind of masks we wear, and how we can reclaim/rethink our reasons for fasting. Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationJesus warns against practicing righteousness “to be seen.” In what ways does our culture train us to live performatively?Fasting was described as “detachment that leads to attachment.” What might fasting free you from? What might it open you toward?What does it mean that “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”? How does that statement function as both invitation and warning?Personal ReflectionWhat reward are you secretly hoping for in your spiritual practices: recognition, reassurance, control, belonging?Is there a form of fasting (from food, criticism, noise, distraction, self-judgment) that might deepen your attention to God?If Lent is a season of spiritual medicine, what might God be inviting you to examine or release this year?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsFasting, prayer, and almsgiving were historically communal practices. What would collective fasting look like in a modern parish or society?Ash Wednesday paradoxically brings relief and joy. Why might naming mortality feel freeing rather than depressing?What role does humility play in spiritual awakening? How does remembering we are dust clarify our priorities?Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week's reading features a mountaintop experience that's hard to come down from! Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy explore the Transfiguration and how it's both similar and different from Moses and Elijah's experiences. How do we learn to engage the world after profound spiritual experiences and what brings about transformation?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationWhy do you think this moment of radiant glory comes immediately after Jesus predicts suffering and the cross? What does that pairing suggest about the nature of faith?What do you make of the disciples' desire to stay on the mountain? Where do you recognize that same instinct in your own spiritual life?How does this story invite us to think about spiritual experiences not as endpoints, but as sources of strength for life lived “down the mountain”?Personal ReflectionWhen have you experienced a “mountaintop” moment of clarity, peace, or deep connection with God? What helps you carry those moments with you when life moves back into uncertainty or struggle?Where do you notice fear showing up in your spiritual life, and what might it mean to be met with compassion rather than correction?How do spiritual practices (prayer, silence, journaling, worship) help you notice God's presence without fireworks or spectacle?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThe episode explores the idea that true mysticism always bears fruit in love, service, and self-giving. What does that suggest about the relationship between prayer and action?Jesus stands between Moses and Elijah, fulfilling the law and the prophets while reshaping power away from violence and domination. Where do we still expect God to act through force instead of love?What might it look like for communities of faith to live as “bearers of light” without trying to stay permanently on the mountain?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, Jesus gives a lesson on salt, light, and fulfillment. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy expand on what it means to be the salt of the earth and a light of the world, how we live into being God's image-bearers, and how Jesus isn't presenting a conflict with the Torah but an evolution of it.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationJesus declares, “You are the salt of the earth” and “You are the light of the world.” What stands out to you about Jesus using identity language (“you are”) rather than commands (“you must”)?Salt and light were precious and not easily replaced in Jesus' time. How does that historical context change the way you hear these metaphors today?Light is meant to be visible, yet later in Matthew Jesus warns against public displays of piety. How do you navigate the tension between letting your light shine and practicing humility?Personal ReflectionWhere do you feel most “salty” right now—adding flavor, preservation, or wisdom to the world around you? Where do you feel you've gone a bit bland or blended in?The conversation emphasizes that salt and light exist for others, not for themselves. Who benefits from your faith when you're living it well?Jesus raises the bar beyond rule-following to heart transformation. Where do you notice Jesus inviting you beyond mere “compliance” toward deeper love, mercy, or reconciliation?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsMatthew emphasizes earth as the arena of God's mission, not something to escape. How does this shape a Christian response to creation care, justice, and embodied faith?The clergy frame Jesus' teaching as part of an inner Jewish conversation about the law. How might this awareness deepen Christian humility and resist anti-Jewish readings of Scripture?The discussion highlights both encouragement and judgment in Jesus' words. How do you hear this passage as both promise and challenge?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, we open the Sermon on the Mount by lingering with the Beatitudes, not as a checklist or virtue chart, but as an immersion into the inner life of Jesus and the culture of the Kingdom of Heaven. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explore Jesus as the new Moses and the radical reorientation of values that disciples are invited to inhabit. Plus, how does this teaching challenge our concept of happiness?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationThe Beatitudes are presented as a description of Jesus himself. How does that change the way you hear or read them?Which Beatitude feels most countercultural in our current climate?How does viewing the Beatitudes as an “initiation guide for new residents of the Kingdom” affect how you imagine Christian identity?Personal ReflectionWhich Beatitude feels most unsettling or challenging to you right now, and why?Can you recall a moment when an experience of God changed how you saw the world or cared about it?How do you respond to the idea that discipleship shapes who you are before what you do?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsHow might the Church lose its witness when it blesses the culture instead of embodying the Kingdom Jesus describes? In what ways do the Beatitudes redefine happiness, success, and strength?What practices might help individuals and congregations “live from the inside” of Jesus' teaching rather than analyzing it from the outside?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, we find Jesus calling his first disciples. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy dive into just how much these fishermen were leaving behind, why they would follow Jesus, and what life they were taking on by putting aside another.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationThe clergy describe this passage as a “hinge” in Matthew's Gospel. What feels like it is turning or shifting here in Jesus' story, and why might that matter for how we read what comes next?The episode spends time unpacking the idea that “geography is theology.” Where Jesus goes carries meaning. Where do you notice God showing up in unexpected or overlooked places today?The call of the disciples is immediate and costly. What do you think Matthew wants his original audience to hear in the disciples' willingness to leave work, family, and stability?Personal ReflectionThe fishermen are ordinary people, not religious elites. How does that shape your understanding of who Jesus calls and equips for meaningful work?“Follow me” is not just an invitation to believe, but to reorient one's entire life. What would following Jesus look like as a concrete reorientation in your current season?The discussion explores Jesus as deeply rooted in vocation rather than driven by self-protection. How do you discern the difference between vocation and self-preservation in your own decisions?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsFish and fishing are explored as rich, layered symbols, connected to chaos, depth, and drawing hidden life into the light. How does this imagery expand your understanding of what it means to be “fishers of people”?Jesus proclaims the kingdom as already near and then demonstrates it through healing, teaching, and compassion. Why might lived mercy be essential before deep transformation can take root?If Matthew's Gospel is helping people rebuild their faith without a physical temple, what practices today help us recognize God dwelling among us and within us?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

If John the Baptist was calling for a baptism of repentance, why did Jesus insist on being baptized? This week, Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy focus on the purpose of Jesus' baptism, the importance of it being in the Jordan River, and how this is a story about doing things outside of the establishment.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationThe clergy describe Jesus' baptism as both continuity with John's movement and a decisive shift away from it. Where do you see that continuity, and where do you see the break?In what ways does this baptism scene function as the beginning of Jesus' public ministry, vocation, or “handing over” of authority from John to Jesus?How does the idea of baptism as participation in God's larger salvific plan challenge more individualistic understandings of faith?Personal ReflectionWhich image from the episode resonates most with you right now: water, Spirit, voice, wilderness, or new creation? Why?How do you respond to the idea that becoming faithful is an ongoing process of “becoming and becoming,” rather than a completed state?When you hear the words “beloved” and “well pleased,” do they feel earned, aspirational, or freely given? How does that shape your understanding of God?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsFr. John raises concerns about how religious movements can become institutionalized and lose their radical edge. Where do you see this risk in the church today?What does Jesus' baptism suggest about leadership, especially spiritual leadership, in contrast to power rooted in authority, violence, or control?How might this passage challenge churches to rethink baptism not just as initiation, but as vocation, solidarity, and mission?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

How could one small baby threaten a king? This week, Peter Walsh and John Kennedy read about the wise men, Herod, and the baby who changed their lives. What can we learn from Jesus' humble beginnings, how do scholars try to explain the Christmas star, and how does the beginning of Jesus' life foreshadow the end of it?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationPeter and John describe the story of the Magi as subversive and radical, not merely sweet or sentimental. What makes this story politically and spiritually disruptive rather than cozy or nostalgic?The Magi are Gentiles who recognize Jesus before many of his own people do. Why might Matthew highlight outsiders as the first to honor Jesus, and what does this suggest about who “belongs” in God's story?Geography is described as theology. Bethlehem, Nazareth, Egypt, Jerusalem. How does place matter in this story, and what do these locations communicate about power, humility, and God's purposes?Personal ReflectionThe Magi are attentive both to external signs (the star) and internal guidance (dreams). In your own life, which is easier for you to notice: outer signs or inner promptings? Why?The phrase “they were overwhelmed with joy” stands out in a violent and fearful context. What does joy look like when the world is still dangerous or unjust?The Magi literally change direction, returning home “by another road.” Have you ever experienced an encounter with God that sent you back into your life changed, even subtly?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThis story sets empire and kingdom in contrast. How does Matthew challenge conventional ideas of power, authority, and success?The gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh echo kingship, worship, and burial. How does holding Christmas and the cross together deepen or complicate Christian faith?Epiphany is about revelation. What does this story suggest about where and how God chooses to be revealed in the world today?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

How could one small baby threaten a king? This week, Peter Walsh and John Kennedy read about the wise men, Herod, and the baby who changed their lives. What can we learn from Jesus' humble beginnings, how do scholars try to explain the Christmas star, and how does the beginning of Jesus' life foreshadow the end of it?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationPeter and John describe the story of the Magi as subversive and radical, not merely sweet or sentimental. What makes this story politically and spiritually disruptive rather than cozy or nostalgic?The Magi are Gentiles who recognize Jesus before many of his own people do. Why might Matthew highlight outsiders as the first to honor Jesus, and what does this suggest about who “belongs” in God's story?Geography is described as theology. Bethlehem, Nazareth, Egypt, Jerusalem. How does place matter in this story, and what do these locations communicate about power, humility, and God's purposes?Personal ReflectionThe Magi are attentive both to external signs (the star) and internal guidance (dreams). In your own life, which is easier for you to notice: outer signs or inner promptings? Why?The phrase “they were overwhelmed with joy” stands out in a violent and fearful context. What does joy look like when the world is still dangerous or unjust?The Magi literally change direction, returning home “by another road.” Have you ever experienced an encounter with God that sent you back into your life changed, even subtly?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThis story sets empire and kingdom in contrast. How does Matthew challenge conventional ideas of power, authority, and success?The gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh echo kingship, worship, and burial. How does holding Christmas and the cross together deepen or complicate Christian faith?Epiphany is about revelation. What does this story suggest about where and how God chooses to be revealed in the world today?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Let's begin at the beginning! Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy journey through the prologue of John's Gospel. They discuss the importance of space and place for John's community after the temple fell, how this text helps us look higher to God while also seeing the ways God is here with us, and what it means to be children of God.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes & ApplicationThe clergy describe John's Prologue as poetry, theology, and cosmic vision rather than narrative. How does this shape the way you hear or preach this text compared to the Christmas stories in Matthew or Luke?Elizabeth highlights the Prologue's roots in Jewish wisdom literature and Genesis, especially in the context of Jewish Christians facing displacement and exclusion. How does this historical lens deepen or complicate the message of “the Word made flesh”?John emphasizes Jesus as the new “dwelling place” of God's glory, replacing the temple and tabernacle imagery. What does it mean to understand Jesus as the locus of God's presence rather than a place?Personal ReflectionThe clergy repeatedly name a sense of awe, mystery, and even silence as appropriate responses to this text. When was the last time Scripture left you feeling undone or speechless?Peter speaks about a “divine deficit disorder” in modern spirituality. Do you resonate more with transcendence (God is beyond everything) or immanence (God is here with us) in your spiritual life? Which do you feel you may be neglecting?John raises the question of what it means to “become” children of God if we already belong to God. What practices or choices help you live more fully into that identity?Broader Spiritual Considerations The conversation explores logos as a counter-logic to violence, division, and domination. How does John's vision of the Word challenge cultural narratives built on power, fear, or exclusion?The clergy discuss enlightenment as both seeing and participating in divine life. How does this understanding of spiritual “illumination” compare with other religious or cultural views of enlightenment?Many spiritual traditions wrestle with the relationship between spirit and matter. How does this text speak into that question?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Another dive into the Christmas story from Luke's Gospel highlights some important details we sometimes miss. Peter Walsh and Elizabeth Garnsey reflect on the historical accuracy of the enrollment, the importance of Bethlehem as the city of David, the symbolism of the swaddling cloths, and the powerful statement made by including the shepherds. Plus, does this story prove we need more Mary in the Advent lectionary?Themes & Application Unexpected Signs and Places of Salvation: A manger rather than palace; shepherds rather than priests or rulers. Where might God be breaking in where we least expect today?Witness and Response: How might we imitate the shepherds' movement from encounter to proclamation?Cosmic significance within everyday life: The “heavenly host” meets ordinary shepherds. What implications does this have for how we view our most ordinary contexts?Personal ReflectionPondering Like Mary: Mary “treasured and pondered” the events in her heart. Where in your life do you sense God inviting you to ponder rather than act quickly?Signs and Confirmation: Elizabeth notes Mary needed confirmation from others. Have you ever received reassurance that strengthened faith? What form did it take?Powerlessness and Vulnerability: The conversation reflects on vulnerability symbolized in the infant Christ. Where is vulnerability present in your own relationships or community, and how do you respond?Broader Spiritual Considerations Mary as theologian and first interpreter: Peter proposes the infancy narratives may be rooted in Mary's memory and theological reflection. How does imagining Mary as interpreter rather than passive mother expand how we read Scripture?Divine orchestration vs. human agency: Caesar's decree unwittingly serves God's purposes. How should Christians understand history where divine purpose transcends human intent?The hiddenness of God's action: Why might God choose to act in humility rather than spectacle? What does this reveal about divine character and holiness?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Get It Done — Finishing the Year with Grace It's the final full week of 2025 — and it's time to finish strong. In this warm, reflective episode, Diana Moll helps you close the year with clarity by focusing on three key areas: your space, your systems, and your spirit. You'll learn practical ways to clear what's been lingering so you can enter 2026 lighter, calmer, and ready for momentum. Grab your notebook and your favorite mug — this is the gentle year-end reset you've been craving.  What You'll Learn in This Episode ⭐ How to identify and reset your “Peace Points” to instantly calm your home. ⭐ A simple Systems Sweep to tie up unfinished loops before the new year. ⭐ How to use the Let It Go + Keep It Going List to close 2025 with gratitude and intention. ⭐ Why finishing well matters more than starting new. ⭐ This week's challenge to release what no longer fits and carry forward what energizes you. Key Takeaways Clearing space creates mental peace. Closing systems is an act of self-respect and focus. Ending the year with intention builds momentum for the next. You can't step into clarity if you're still carrying clutter.  Stats & Quotes Mentioned “When you clear the physical clutter, you clear the mental one too.” — Peter Walsh “Closing the loop is an act of self-respect.” — Diana Moll “Endings are not failures; they are invitations to begin again with wisdom.” — Anonymous ⭐Harvard Business School: Closing open tasks before starting new ones boosts focus by 31%. ⭐University of Texas: Reflecting on lessons at year's end increases optimism for the new year.   This Week's Get It Done Challenge ⭐ Write your Let It Go List — three things you're leaving in 2025. ⭐ Write your Keep It Going List — three habits or routines you want to carry into 2026. Click here to download and sign up for The Ultimate Holiday Planner 2025. Support the showConnect with Diana:Business email: Diana@dsdeclutrr.comOur Instagram: @dsdeclutrrOur Facebook: @dsdeclutrrOur Websites: dsdeclutrr.com

A potential public disgrace, a private dream, and one heck of a birth announcement! As we come to the close of Advent, Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy explore Joseph's angelic visitation. What would the cost have been for Joseph to break to break off his engagement, what do we miss by not reading Jesus' genealogy, and how will Jesus as "Emmanuel" be the fulfillment of God's desire for us?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationMuch attention is given to Joseph as a central figure—his righteousness, his discernment, and his quiet obedience. What stands out to you about Joseph's role in this story?The genealogy in Matthew includes figures marked by scandal, outsider status, or complexity. Why do you think Matthew intentionally highlights these “messy” ancestors at the very start of the Gospel?Peter noted that Matthew presents Jesus as both Son of David and Son of God. How do you hear these two identities working together in the story?Personal ReflectionJoseph wrestles internally before receiving clarity through a dream. Can you recall a time when you had to make a difficult decision before having all the answers?Dreams in Scripture are described as moments of divine communication rather than random mental activity. How open are you to the idea that God might speak through unexpected or liminal experiences?Elizabeth notes that Joseph never speaks in the Gospel—he simply acts. How comfortable are you with faithful action that goes unseen or unacknowledged?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThe clergy describe Jesus' birth as a new act of creation, echoing Genesis. What does it mean to think of salvation as God doing something entirely new rather than fixing something old?The discussion raises questions about how Christians read Jewish Scripture responsibly. What responsibilities do we have when interpreting sacred texts that are shared across traditions?As Advent draws to a close, how does this passage invite you to wait differently—not just for Christmas, but for God's presence in everyday life?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

As John the Baptist sat in prison, he began to wonder if Jesus really was the Messiah he'd been preparing the way for. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy address the doubts John had, how we react when life doesn't go as planned, and how scripture may sound different from person to person. Also, just as Jesus wasn't the expected Messiah, the clergy highlight how John wasn't the expected prophet.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationJesus answers John's doubt by pointing to what is happening — healing, liberation, good news to the poor. What “signs of God's reign” feel most compelling or credible to you today?The conversation notes that many people want a savior who fixes everything decisively. Why do you think a merciful, nonviolent Messiah can feel disappointing or insufficient?Jesus calls John the greatest born of women, yet says the least in the kingdom is greater. What does that suggest about how God measures greatness?Personal ReflectionWhat situations in your life have made you ask, implicitly or explicitly, “God, are you really here? Are you really the one I hoped for?”Fr. John suggested that temperament and life experience shape which biblical themes feel alive to us. What life experiences have most shaped how you hear Scripture?Jesus says people didn't go to John looking for comfort or palace approval. Where are you tempted to seek comfort, status, or “palace religion” instead of prophetic truth?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThe clergy note that forcing the kingdom through violence isn't Jesus' way. What does Christian nonviolence look like in practice when injustice is real and urgent?Fr. John contrasts Christianity with spiritualities that lack a strong vision of divine justice. Why does a justice-oriented God matter — especially in Advent?John the Baptist's role is to prepare the way and then step back. What might it mean for the church (or you) to “prepare the way”?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

AI slop shownotes as per usual. Possible Episode TitlesBears, Budgets, and the Billion-Dollar InterfaceThe BOM Shell, Hong Kong Fires, and Pink Ball TacticsBamboo Scaffolds and Bureaucratic BlowoutsFrom the Kowloon Hills to the Gabba: Bears, Bombs, and BazballEpisode BlurbIn Episode 136, Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack connect to discuss a tragic week in Hong Kong following a devastating fire in the New Territories. The Jacks dive deep into the bureaucracy back home, tearing apart the Australian Bureau of Meteorology's "interface" upgrade that ballooned from $4 million to $94 million—a classic case of consultant heavy-lifting and public service decline.The conversation spans the globe, touching on the underwhelming COP summit in Brazil, the "shambolic" UK Budget under Keir Starmer, and the curious bonhomie between Donald Trump and his political rivals. Plus, there are bears attacking in Japan and "wrench attacks" in Vancouver.Finally, the boys turn their eyes to the Gabba for the Pink Ball Test. Can England bounce back? Is Travis Head the key? And who will take home the flag in the AFLW Grand Final?Show Notes & Timestamps[00:00:00] Tragedy in Hong KongHong Kong Jack reports on the devastating fire in the New Territories with a death toll nearing 100. The boys discuss the history of the apartment blocks, the use of bamboo scaffolding in construction, and the grim reality of high-density living for the elderly.[00:09:13] The Lantau SwimA lighter note from HK: two swimmers tackle the waters around Lantau Island. The Jacks question the water quality near the Pearl River Delta.[00:10:31] Victorian Politics: A New Hope?Discussion on the polling boost for Victorian Liberal Leader Jess Wilson. Is the shine coming off the Labor government, and can the Liberals actually win the next state election?[00:14:03] COP30 in BrazilA wrap-up of the climate summit in Belém. The consensus? A lot of money spent for very little actionable result, and relief that Australia didn't drop a billion dollars hosting it.[00:16:15] The BOM Website FiascoJoel tears into the Bureau of Meteorology's upgrade. What was sold as a $4 million "interface" refresh has skyrocketed to $94 million. A broader discussion on the "consultancy disease" (Accenture, IBM) and the hollowing out of IT skills within the Australian Public Service.[00:28:03] The Brittany Higgins Saga ContinuesAnalysis of Cameron Milner's "Watergate" comments regarding Labor's handling of the Fiona Brown and Linda Reynolds legal claims. The Jacks argue for a swift settlement and a fair go for Fiona Brown.[00:35:10] Inflation & The Public ServiceInflation sticks at 3.5%, driven largely by government spending. Discussion on the massive expansion of the public service workforce under the current government and the lack of a "Peter Walsh-style" finance minister to curb spending.[00:39:49] Ukraine, Russia, and the Peace DealThe latest on the peace proposals. Is a "dirty deal" inevitable? The Jacks discuss Russia's war economy, J.D. Vance's peace plan, and why Poland's military build-up is the model for the rest of Europe.[00:51:37] UK Budget ShamblesReaction to the Starmer Government's budget. Leaks, "mansion taxes," and rising welfare bills for the "work-shy." Plus, Kemi Badenoch's parliamentary performance compared to the Keating era.[00:59:04] The BBC's Funding CrisisThe "Beeb" blows a billion dollars as license fee cancellations soar. Joel and Jack discuss the archaic nature of the TV license fee compared to funding via general revenue.[01:02:19] Bear Attacks in JapanAn unexpected crisis in Japan: Asiatic brown bears are moving from rural areas to urban centres, mauling nearly 200 people.[01:05:39] Crypto Crime in "Hongcouver"A violent "wrench attack" in British Columbia highlights the dangers of physical crypto theft. Joel muses on the future of encryption vs. supercomputers.[01:08:58] US Politics: Trump & The "Fascist" LabelDonald Trump's surprisingly civil meeting with NY political figures (Zohran Mamdani) despite previous name-calling. Plus, the dismissal of the James Comey and Letitia James indictments.[01:18:19] Cricket: The Gabba Pink Ball TestPreviewing the Test Match. Can England recover from their Perth tactics? The debate over Scott Boland's bowling, Mitchell Stark's form, and why it's time to call time on Usman Khawaja. The Jacks predict tactics for the swinging pink ball.[01:28:41] India's Coaching WoesAfter a 2-0 drubbing by South Africa at home, Gautam Gambhir's tenure is under the microscope.[01:31:05] AFLW Grand Final PreviewBrisbane Lions vs. North Melbourne at Princes Park. North are on a historic winning streak, but can the Lions cause an upset?[01:32:48] Racing & Offshore BettingA look at the leakage of wagering revenue to offshore operators and James Packer's recent comments on tax.

Another season of Advent, another look at John the Baptist. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy once again discuss this memorable figure who prepared the way for Jesus. How do John and other prophets set the tone for Advent, what are we to take away from John's fiery language, and how can this fire be both destructive and refining?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and Application1. What does “repentance” sound like when it's about making space for God, not just feeling bad?2. How might Jesus' version of purity (humble, merciful, inclusive) reshape our priorities?3. Fr. John connect John's fire imagery to Malachi's refiner's fire—both purification and reckoning. When has “refining fire” in your life felt like healing? When has it felt like hard truth or consequence?Personal Reflection1. Where is your life “wilderness-like” right now (uncertain, stripped-down, waiting)? What kind of growth or meeting-with-God might be possible there?2. Ezekiel's promise shows up as a setup for Matthew: God giving a new heart and Spirit within. What would a “new heart” look like for you this Advent? What hard place in you might God be trying to soften?3. John expects one kind of Messiah; Jesus comes differently. When have you found God working in a way you didn't expect?Broader Spiritual Considerations1. Matthew has John confront Pharisees/Sadducees—the elite—and the clergy connect this to how sin often lives in systems. What modern “systems” might need repentance more than individuals?2. In this passage, the authorities are described as keeping people from holiness through shame, cost, and exclusion. Where do you see religion (or culture) functioning as a gatekeeper today? What does it look like to “prepare the way” by removing barriers for others?3. Baptism at the Jordan is framed as a return into promise—restoration for a people. What might communal restoration look like in our time? How could the church embody a “second chance” for people and communities?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, our clergy encounter the Bible passage that has everyone so worried about the rapture! Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss the shocking scenarios Jesus illustrates, explain how to keep awake and keep hope alive during trying times, and teach how to live as people of God's kingdom. Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and Application1. What does it mean to “live with the end in mind” without becoming fearful or fixated on predictions?2. One theme is living awake amid distraction, consumer culture, and sleepwalking through life. What are the most common “sleepwalkers” in your week—habits or forces that dull your spiritual awareness?3. Advent is portrayed as strength-building through hope → peace → joy → love. What spiritual “muscle” feels most in need of attention for you right now?Personal Reflection1. When you hear “keep awake,” what emotions come up first—comfort, pressure, curiosity, anxiety, resistance?2. The clergy discuss endings that arrive unexpectedly—death, loss, doors closing, sudden change. What “unexpected hour” have you lived through, and how did it shape you?3. John mentions the tension of embarrassment around future-oriented eschatology. Are there parts of Christian belief that you feel hesitant to talk about? Why?Broader Spiritual Considerations1. John brings in Augustine's idea that history is opaque—we can't read God's timetable through current events. What are the dangers of assuming our era is uniquely “the end,” and what are the dangers of ignoring real crisis?2. The podcast holds two truths together: the world is broken, and God keeps coming into it. How do you keep those both alive without collapsing into cynicism or denial?3. Advent begins by naming chaos, violence, and instability—and yet it's a season of hope. What does it mean spiritually to begin hopeful waiting in a world that feels unsteady?Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.orgWant to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Gospel lesson for Christ the King Sunday shows us Jesus being mocked on the cross and his famous words to the repentant thief: "Today you will be with me in paradise." Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explain why this is the perfect piece of scripture for Christ the King, how this is a lesson in divine humility, and why we should be cautious about exclusively believing the kingdom is on Earth or elsewhere.Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and Application:Kingship Reimagined: What does this passage teach about God's power expressed through humility rather than dominance?Forgiveness in the Face of Violence: What stands out to you about Jesus offering forgiveness before anyone repents?The Meaning of Paradise: Jesus' promise of “today you will be with me in Paradise” reframes heaven as companionship with Christ. How might this reshape how we think about death, hope, or eternal life?Personal Reflection:Opening the Heart: The clergy describe salvation not as a transaction but as an opening of the heart. Where do you sense your own heart opening—or resisting—God's love?Responding to Mockery and Pain: What experiences in your life make it difficult to respond with the mercy and restraint Jesus shows here?Paradise as God's Presence: If Paradise is walking with the King—presence, companionship, intimacy—when have you sensed moments of “Paradise” in this life?Broader Spiritual Considerations:The Nature of Salvation: The clergy critique overly formulaic views of salvation. In your own understanding, what is salvation for? How might this passage broaden or complicate your theology of who is saved and how?Love as the First Word: Peter suggests Christians often lead with sin rather than love. What might change—within the Church, or in the wider world—if love were always the first word?Living Between the Gardens: If Eden represents our origin and Paradise our fulfillment, what does it mean to live faithfully in the “in-between”—in a world marked by both beauty and brokenness?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

In this week's reading, Jesus delivers some shocking revelations about the temple and prophetic visions of what's to come. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy explain how the disciples would have their faith tested, if these prophecies came to pass, and why many people today are still focused on the events Jesus described. Plus, how do we respond when power pushes back against our desire to follow Jesus' ways?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and Application1. The clergy discuss cycles of violence and the futility of responding to violence with violence. How does this shape our understanding of discipleship today?2. How does the nonviolent approach Jesus models in Luke 21 relate to modern conflicts and social justice work?3. Peter mentions that “endurance” and bearing witness are central to this teaching. What does it mean to “gain your soul” through endurance in the face of chaos?Personal Reflection1. What “temples” or institutions in your own life do you feel attached to that could fall, and how might your faith guide your response?2. Elizabeth talks about tuning into the divine through lived experience and acts of justice. How do you personally recognize when an action aligns with God's ways?3. How does understanding the imperishable nature of the soul affect your approach to challenges, loss, or societal chaos?Broader Spiritual Considerations1. How do you interpret the references to “wars and insurrections” and natural disasters in a modern context? Are these warnings meant literally, metaphorically, or both?2. The hosts discuss the tension between loving tradition and challenging it. How can one honor spiritual traditions while also embracing necessary transformation?3. How does this passage and discussion inspire hope amid fear and uncertainty in our current world?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, the Sadducees challenge Jesus with a hypothetical question about the resurrection. If a woman was married to seven brothers in life, which is she married to in the resurrection? Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy examine what N.T. Wright calls "the most important passage about resurrection" and discuss biblical understandings of death, what happens to the loved ones we lose, and the anxiety many of us have around dying.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Why We Buy Organizers Before We DeclutterBuying organizers feels productive… but what if it's actually keeping you stuck?In today's episode, we're uncovering why we buy storage bins, baskets, and labels before we declutter — and the emotional weight hiding behind that habit.

We've heard the Beatitudes many times, so why is it still so hard to follow them? Peter Walsh and Elizabeth Garnsey explain Jesus' reversal of concepts like rich and poor, how we can make space inside ourselves for more love, and what part of this passage is the most important teaching for our time.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Another episode, another parable. This week, Jesus addresses people who are self-righteous and regard others with contempt. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy warn against comparing ourselves to one another, attitudes of contempt among religious people, and the problem of labeling people good/bad or insider/outsider.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

What can the Parable of the Persistent Widow and the Unjust Judge teach us about prayer? Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy highlight why the widow's actions are so shocking, how times of opposition call for bold prayers, and why the message of this story isn't just "pray harder".Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

In this week's reading, Jesus heals 10 lepers, but only one returns to thank him. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy draw several parallels between this story and our modern world, including the treatment of foreigners, societal blame and scapegoating, and Jesus' challenge for us to be thankful.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, we welcome The Rev. Dr. Chuck Robertson, Canon & Senior Advisor to the Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church. Along with Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy, the group explores who we put our faith in, how we practice it each day, what our faith is for, and where it resides in our being. Plus, what does it mean to be a beloved child of God?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost.. What happens when we've never truly experienced God's love? The Rev. Peter Walsh unpacks one of the hardest parables in the New Testament to reveal a God whose mercy is shocking, unreasonable, and outrageously generous—and what that means for our lives.

Our three clergy are reunited this week, and they're tackling another parable from Jesus: "The Rich Man and Lazarus". Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss beliefs around who goes to Heaven or Hell, and examine the spiritual hazards of wealth and how money can blind us to God and neighbor.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

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Is "The Parable of the Dishonest Manager" pretty straightforward or downright confusing? Peter Walsh and John Kennedy examine 5 different paradigms for understanding it. Which one is correct and why can't scholars seem to agree?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, we cover two of Jesus' parables about lost things that teach us what it's like to be sought after by God. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy delve into these stories that show us examples of earthly and heavenly joy, demonstrate how God seeks us in love, and challenge the belief that God is a taskmaster waiting for us to earn acceptance.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, Jesus is once again making it pretty hard to follow him. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explain Jesus' requirement that we "hate" those we love, break down his two mini parables, and discuss how he reminds us we're not the center of the universe. Plus, how can we learn to see the world and our own religiosity in shades of grey?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Where should you sit when invited to a dinner party? Who should you invite when you're hosting one? Jesus has thoughts on these situations and more in this week's reading! Peter Walsh is again joined by our guest, the Rev. Dr. Justin Crisp. They discuss the alternative social hierarchy found in Luke's Gospel, the freedom in being a "nobody", and the danger of turning a freedom into a shackle.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Jesus sure doesn't sound like himself in this week's reading...or does he? Peter Walsh and John Kennedy unpack this fiery apocalyptic language, why Jesus causes division, and how some people end up as hypocrites. Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. What does it mean to follow Jesus while living in comfort in a world of staggering need? From $1 vitamins to $100 sight restorations, Fr. Peter Walsh challenges us to see how small actions can have an eternal impact. This is a message that will provoke, inspire, and perhaps unsettle—in the best way.You can view the letter sent to Fr. Peter at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-letter-to-Fr-Peter.pdf

In a world where so many of us are plagued by fear, this week's reading finds Jesus reassuring us that we need not be afraid. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy talk about the relationship between fear and faith, Jesus' invitation to be free from worry and attachment, and how we can be more in the divine flow.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost. Is prayer supposed to feel this hard? Fr. Peter Walsh explores why many of us struggle to pray—and what Jesus really teaches us through the Lord's Prayer. With help from golf pro wisdom and St. Paul, he offers a surprising invitation: prayer is not something you start, it's something you join.

This week, Jesus is asked to weigh in on a family inheritance...but be careful what you ask for! Peter Walsh is joined by the Rev. Dr. Justin Crisp, former "Rev'd Up" host and current Rector of St. Barnabas Church in Greenwich, CT. Together, they dissect "The Parable of the Rich Fool", explore how we find true freedom, and highlight what this passage teaches us about tangible and intangible things. Plus, how have their experiences of death shaped their views on mortality?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost. What do neuroscience, baseball, and your morning to-do list have to do with following Jesus? Everything! Join Fr. Peter Walsh as he breaks open Luke's story of Mary and Martha—and reveals why true discipleship isn't about choosing between action or contemplation but embracing both.

Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron have announced a "one in, one out" migration deal which would see France send one asylum seeker with a British family connection to the UK for every migrant sent back.Under the terms of the deal, up to 50 people a week could be sent back to France.But what impact will the new deal really have?In today's episode of the Fourcast, Senior Political Correspondent Paul McNamara speaks to Charlotte Khan from Care4Calais and Peter Walsh, senior researcher at the Migration Observatory, about whether we can really expect to see a change to the number of people crossing the English Channel by small boat.

This week, Jesus is sending loads of disciples into the world...with some quirky instructions. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explain why this is so urgent, how Jesus is coaching these disciples, and how we can function in a world of wolves. Plus, did Jesus see Satan fall from Heaven?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

No one said being a disciple would be easy! This week, Jesus heads toward Jerusalem and he has some harsh words for his disciples along the way. Peter Walsh and Elizabeth Garnsey share some insights into James and John, examine Jesus' rough advice, and address the behaviors that give Christians a bad name.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, Jesus encounters a man possessed by many demons...and the demons recognize him! Peter Walsh and Elizabeth Garnsey examine how this story represents a classic scapegoat story, how we react to our own demons being revealed,  and how we can understand demons in today's cultural context. Plus, what about the poor pigs in this story?!Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

This week, for Trinity Sunday, we're exploring how the Trinity is more than a doctrine. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss different views on how God is revealed to us, the problems with seeing the Old Testament and New Testament God as different, and various analogies for understanding how the Trinity functions.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

The Right Reverend Jeffrey W. Mello, Bishop Diocesan of The Episcopal Church in Connecticut, joins the podcast this week to discuss the Gospel and other readings for Pentecost. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy talk to him about the renewed spiritual hunger in the Church, how the Spirit shows up in familiar moments, and how the liturgy prepares us for life. Plus, what are the "greater works" Jesus said we'd do?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

You've heard of "The Lord's Prayer" but do you know the OTHER Lord's Prayer? Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explore Jesus' call for unity and how this prayer is practical for our lives. Plus, they debate the fractured state of Christianity and how we can be in communion with others.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

We witness another of Jesus' miraculous healings in today's reading...but the recipient doesn't seem too grateful to be healed. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy reveal a removed Bible verse and discuss what it means to be made well and why our response to grace is so important.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

How do you prepare your friends to carry on when you're gone? In this week's passage, situated between two betrayals, Jesus gives his disciples important advice for continuing his mission together after his death. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss why Jesus' command to “love one another” is different than other commands to love, how we can find freedom from other's opinions of us, and how love can bind a community together.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.orgWant to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org