Author Archives: stmichaelssurrey

Sunday Reflections: The repeated journey to the well, is a real toil, which is why she wants to stop coming to draw her water. But it is not hard to deduce that she is weary about plenty of other things, … Continue reading →

“Courageous in God’s Eye” (by The Revd. Theodora Nmade Brooks) Whenever we witness or are told about an incredible act of courage, we celebrate and cheer the individual(s).  But often as we do so, deep within us is a silent … Continue reading →

“Wilderness” (by The Rt. Revd. Mariann Edgar Budde) Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Matthew 4:1 The wilderness is a place of trial and vulnerability.  It wasn’t an easy place … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: Jesus’ fearful disciples watch as he is transformed and shines with heavenly glory. What relationship can there be between Jesus’ transfigured glory revealed on this mountain and our spirituality as His followers? And what does it mean for … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection The gospel today begins to turn the perspective of the disciples outside of themselves. They are not disciples for their own sakes, and their own actions, but for the sake of those around them as well. There is … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: “You are the salt of the earth…. You are the light of the world.” Don’t think this is about somebody other than you. Jesus isn’t talking to particular individuals. He’s talking to the crowds that have followed him … Continue reading →

The Presentation of the Lord: Luke the evangelist tells us that Jesus was presented in the house of God, as the Law of Moses required. He also records how the Christ-child was greeted by Simeon and Anna, two figures who … Continue reading →