Within this collection of stories, reflections, and writings, you will find windows into the mystery of God. Members and friends of our parish have written pieces for use as devotionals in this season of Lent. Most all of the works are original, and they range from poems to personal stories to reflections on scripture. Some will evoke tears or laughter, while others may not do much for us at all. The pieces are as unique as the writers, and they may not resonate with everyone, which is fine. But it is my hope that with each daily entry we will all find some way to connect with God.


My thanks to those who contributed to this project. It takes courage to offer something publicly as we have done with this collection. I know that some of you have gone well outside your comfort zone to reflect spiritually on parts of your life or to share ideas that you have treasured for yourself. I also want to thank Tiffany Ayers who used her skills as an editor to put this collection together and catch all of our typos and literary bobbles.


I pray that each of us would find this Lenten Season a holy and special time.


In Christ’s Peace,

Fr. Tom+

Monday, March 15, 2010

March 15

John 4:43-54

In today’s readings, I was moved by the story in John 4. In reaching out to heal the dying son of this Roman official, Jesus demonstrates that faith and obedience to God is rewarded by God’s love and caring in our world, and that this love and caring is available to all through faith.

For me this passage in the Gospel of John reflects parental love as shown by the officer for his son and in God’s healing love for us. Parental love, which is not just biologically connected, can be shown by those who are not necessarily our parents.

As a health provider for young children in a school, I often see parental love exhibited by adults for children not their own. I see it in the caring instruction of a teacher, in the guidance of a coach, or in the direction of an arts instructor. I am sure all of us have experienced parental love from people other than our parents. Who in your life has shown you such love?

Laura Davis
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