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Luke 13:22-30 Gospel Summary Luke reminds us once again that we are on the “way to Jerusalem” with Jesus. This means that the guiding principle

Gospel Luke 13:22-30 The reading from Hebrews is a word of encouragement during difficult times. In particular it is referring to the times when we

Lectionary 621, Gospel: Luke 1:39-56 The First Book of Chronicles is not where I usually begin my scriptural meditations or lectio divina, but it does offer

Luke 1: 39–56 Gospel Summary Today’s gospel offers us once again the beautiful story of Mary’s visit to her cousin, Elizabeth, who is pregnant with

Luke 12: 49-53 Gospel Summary In this passage Jesus speaks of the meaning of his life. To fulfill his God-given destiny, he has resolutely set

Lectionary 120, Gospel: Luke 12:49-53 August here amid the verdant hills of western Pennsylvania is normally hot and humid enough, and on top of that this

Luke 12: 32-48 In the Gospel Jesus is speaking to his followers and gives them three important pieces of advice; Do not be afraid; Be

Luke 12:32-48 Gospel Summary The very first verse of today’s gospel reading tells us exactly why the gospel is Good News. Jesus calls us his

Luke 12:13-21 Gospel Summary While Jesus is teaching a crowd of people, someone asks him to settle a dispute about an inheritance. Jesus refuses to

Lectionary 114; Gospel: Luke 12:13-21 In our contemporary society success is often measured by wealth and possessions; today’s readings provide a peaceful antidote to such thinking.

Luke 11:1-13 Gospel Summary Luke’s version of the Lord’s Prayer is shorter than the more familiar version found in Matthew’s gospel. However, all the essential

Luke 11: 1 – 13 This Gospel gives us three lessons on prayer; How to pray, persistence in praying, and God’s reception of our prayers.

Lectionary: 108; Gospel: Luke 10:38-42 The gospel selection today is very simple and direct: Jesus chides his friend Martha for being so preoccupied with the

Luke 10:38-42 Gospel Summary Two sisters named Martha and Mary extend hospitality to Jesus as he stops for a visit while on his journey to

Luke 10: 25 – 37 The Gospel passage begins with Jesus being approached by someone with the intent of testing him. The Scribes, and Pharisees

Luke 10:25-37 Gospel Summary The lawyer in today’s gospel is not to be confused with the lawyers of our day. He was a student of

Lectionary 102 In the gospel today Jesus observes very pointedly how completely he has given his authority to his disciples, who are enthralled over it;

Luke 10:1-12,17-20 Gospel Summary Earlier in his gospel Luke tells us the intention of Jesus as he begins his ministry: “To the other towns also

Luke 9:51-62 Gospel Summary The first verse of today’s gospel is a major marker in Luke’s story of salvation. Jesus is now ready to be

Galatians 5:1, 13 – 18, Luke 9:51 – 62 The readings today are about call and mission. Jesus is traveling with his Apostles. They had