Season of Easter Readings: Sunday, April 27

Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9 and John 20:19-31 Reflection Questions: Recalling recent readings of the disciples, namely Peter, as they journeyed with Jesus through his trails, tortured death and resurrection, listen to Peter’s voice, his heart, his audacious faith and understanding of life after Jesus’ ascension from the opening of his letter to Jesus followers (1 …

Holy Saturday, April 19

Readings: John 19:38-42; Galatians 5:1; 2 Corinthians 6:11-13; Matthew 16:18 Begin with the above centering prayer, by Peter Traben Haas, as you reflectively read today’s Scriptures. Most have an awareness of Good Friday and everyone knows about Easter. But what happened between those two days? How does the church celebrate that? What is holy about …

Good Friday, April 18

Readings: Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12; Psalm 22:1-11; Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9; John 19:1-37 Begin with the above centering prayer, by Peter Traben Haas, as you reflectively read today’s Scriptures. On this day we are witnesses of the crucifixion of Jesus. It is “Good Friday” because on this day the powers of evil were dethroned by the …