Forgiveness

19Feb13

He shall judge between many peoples, and shall arbitrate between strong nations far away; they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more; but they shall all sit under their own vines and under their own […]

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Tags: forgiveness, healing, lent, reconciliation, social justice

Who is Jesus Christ?

13Feb13

One aspect of worship in Argentina and Paraguay that I came to appreciate is the central focus on Jesus Christ. In some United States contexts, I think we sometimes feel that we should focus more on God the Father/Mother to be more inclusive. I understand and share the motives guiding this decision. All the same, a […]

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Tags: Christ, christian practice, Christology, liturgy, the trinity

Back!

11Feb13

After celebrating Christmas and New Year’s in Argentina, we are now back in the United States! We’ve received a warm welcome from our family, friends, and housemates, and are happy to be back. Thank you so much! During the next couple of months, I am concluding my time with Global Ministries through reverse mission: I […]

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