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Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Proper 11 , the Sunday between 7/17-7/23: Genesis 18:1-14 ; Psalm 15 ; Colossians 1:21-29 ; Luke 10:38-42 . They discuss Sarah's laughter, the theme of hospitality and being a guest, Paul's letter to the Colossians, and Jesus in the home of Mary and Martha. Notes: Ari...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Proper 10 , the Sunday between 7/10-7/16: Deuteronomy 30:9-14 ; Psalm 25:1-14 (15-21) ; Colossians 1:1-14 ; Luke 10:25-37 . They discuss the promise of God's life-giving ways, the Psalmist's declaration of trust in God's goodness, Paul's commendation and pray...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Proper 9 , the Sunday between 7/3-7/9: Isaiah 66:10-16 ; Psalm 66 or 66:1-8 ; Galatians 6:(1-5)6-18 ; Luke 10:1-20 . They discuss the challenges of prophetic passages of hope and judgment, Paul's closing words to the Galatians, and Jesus' sending out of the 72. Notes:...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Proper 8 , the Sunday between 6/26-7/2: 1 Kings 19:15-21 ; Psalm 16 ; Galatians 5:1, 13-25 ; Luke 9:51-62 . They discuss the call of Elisha, the Psalmist's inheritance in the Lord, Paul's call to freedom from both legalism & license, and Jesus' responses to wo...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Proper 7 , the Sunday between 6/19-6/25: Zechariah 12:8-10, 13:1 ; Psalm 63 ; Galatians 3:23-29 ; Luke 9:18-24 . They discuss the reality of sin and suffering, the hope of a promised future, the unexpected mission of Jesus, and the undiluted grace of the Gospel.  Notes: --Dwell...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Trinity Sunday : Isaiah 6:1-7 ; Psalm 29 ; Revelation 4:1-11 ; John 16:(5-11)12-15 .  They discuss the throne-room in heaven imagery, God's eternal glory, and the themes of Trinity Sunday Notes: --Dwell App -- Prayers of the People for Pentecost -- 2019 Book of Common Praye...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Pentecost or Whitsunday : Genesis 11:1-9 or Acts 2:1-11(12-21) ; Psalm 104:24-35 ; Acts 2:1-11(12-21) or 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 ; John 14:8-17 . They discuss the building of Babel & the undoing of it in Pentecost, the provision of God's presence, and Jesus's promise...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the Sunday after Ascension Day : Acts 16:16-34 or 1 Samuel 12:19-24 ; Psalm 68:1-20 or Psalm 47 ; Revelation 22:10-21 ; John 17:20-26 . They discuss Paul & Silas' time in Philippi, the final words of Revelation, and Jesus's prayer for all believers. Notes: --Dwell...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the sixth Sunday of Easter : Acts 14:8-18 or Joel 2:21-27 ; Psalm 67 ; Revelation 21:1-4, 22-22:5 ; John 14:21-29 . They discuss Paul and Barnabas' time in Lystra, the prophetic imagery of the New Jerusalem in Revelation, and Jesus's promise of the Holy Spirit. Notes:...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the fifth Sunday of Easter : Acts 13:44-52 or Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 ; Psalm 145 or 145:1-9 ; Revelation 19:1-9 ; John 13:31-35 . They discuss the context of the early church, the acrostic Psalm, the bridal feast of Revelation, and Jesus' Upper Room instruction to love one...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the fourth Sunday of Easter : Acts 13:14b-16, 26-39 or Numbers 27:12-23 ; Psalm 100 ; Revelation 7:9-17 ; John 10:22-30 . They discuss Paul's welcome to Gentile believers, Revelation's depiction of the suffering of humanity & the compassionate shepherding of Jesus,...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the third Sunday of Easter : Acts 9:1-19a or Jeremiah 32:36-31 ; Psalm 33 ; Revelation 5:1-14 ; John 21:1-14 . They discuss Saul's Damascus road experience, the imagery in the Psalm, Jesus' glory revealed in the throneroom of heaven, and breakfast on the beach. Notes:...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the second Sunday of Easter : Acts 5:12a, 17-22, 25-29 or Job 42:1-6 ; Psalm 111 ; Revelation 1:(1-8)9-19 ; John 20:19-31 .  They discuss the apostles' post-Pentecost courage, miracles, and preaching, the Revelation of Jesus Christ, and Thomas' post-resurrection encoun...

Send us Fan Mail Alleluia! Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia! Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for Easter Sunday : Acts 10:34-43 ; Psalm 118:14-17 ; Colossians 3:1-4 ; Luke 24:1-12 . They discuss Peter's presentation of the Gospel, the hopeful exhortation to set our minds on things above, and the women's...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they note the readings for Palm Sunday and read the Passion Narrative. Notes: --Dwell App -- Prayers of the People for Lent -- 2019 Book of Common Prayer -- Fernando Ortega's album "The Crucifixion of Jesus"  -- Advent's liturgy for Holy Week at home. -- Audio of Death, Resurrection &...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the fifth Sunday in Lent : Isaiah 43:16-21 ; Psalm 126 ; Philippians 3:7-16 ; Luke 20:9-19 . They discuss the Isaiah's message about God doing a "new thing," the longing & hopeful remembrance of the Psalm, Paul's all-in pursuit of Christ, and Jesus'...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the fourth Sunday in Lent : Joshua (4:19-24), 5:1 (2-8) 9-12 ; Psalm 34 or 34:1-8 ; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 ; Luke 15:11-32 . They discuss the Israelites memorable crossing of the Jordan, David's joy in God's deliverance, Paul's plea for reconciliation, and Jesus&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the third Sunday in Lent : Exodus 3:1-15 ; Psalm 103 or Psalm 103:1-12 ; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 ; Luke 13:1-9 (10-17) .  They discuss God commissioning Moses at the burning bush, David's psalm describing God's bias for mercy and compassion, Paul's warnings against...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the second Sunday in Lent : Genesis 15:1-18 ; Psalm 27 or 27:9-17 ; Philippians 3:17-4:1 ; Luke 13:(22-30) 31-35 . They discuss God's covenant with Abram, Paul's invitation to citizenship in Christ, and Jesus' imagery of fox, hen, and chicks. Notes: --Dwell App --...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the first Sunday in Lent : Deuteronomy 26:(1-4) 5-11 ; Psalm 91 or 91:9-16 ; Romans 10:4-13 ; Luke 4:1-13 . They consider God's command for his people to feast, the Psalmist's trust in the Lord's protection and provision, and Jesus' temptation in the wilderne...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the last Sunday of Epiphany : Exodus 34:29-35 ; Psalm 99 ; 1 Corinthians 12:27-13:13 ; Luke 9:28-36 . They discuss the season of Lent, Moses' shining face, Paul's exhortation to love within the body of Christ, and Jesus' transfiguration. Notes: --Dwell App -- Pray...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the seventh Sunday of Epiphany : Genesis 45:3-11, 21-28 ; Psalm 37: (1-7) 8-18 ; 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 ; Luke 6:27-38 . We discussed Joseph's reuniting with his brothers, the Psalmist's instruction to fret not in the face of evil and instead obey and trust God, Paul&a...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the sixth Sunday of Epiphany : Jeremiah 17:5-10 ; Psalm 1 ; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 ; Luke 6:17-26 . They discuss Jeremiah's prophetic message of repentance, Psalm 1's invitation to follow God's instructions, Paul's teaching on Jesus' resurrection, and Je...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the fifth Sunday of Epiphany : Judges 6:11-24 ; Psalm 85 ; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 ; Luke 5:1-11 .  They discuss the call of Gideon and the cycle of the judges, Paul's apostleship and teaching on the resurrection, and Jesus' call of Peter, James & John & miracle...

Send us Fan Mail Join Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the presentation of Christ in the temple : Malachi 3:1-4 ; Psalm 84 ; Hebrews 2:14-18 ; Luke 2:22-40 . They discuss Mary & Joseph presenting Christ in the temple, and Simeon's and Anna's prophetic welcome. For discussion of the Year C: Epiphany 4 readings, visit ou...