Prepare: Jesus’ disciples are familiar with fear. Throughout the gospel of John, we hear that Jesus’ followers are filled with fear, especially of the Jewish authorities. To proclaim Jesus as messiah is to face expulsion from the synagogue and separation from family and friends. Following Jesus comes with fear and
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Welcome to Sundays at All Hallows. This Sunday, the Sunday next before Easter, commonly called Palm Sunday, marks the beginning of Holy Week. In many Anglican, Episcopal, and Lutheran churches observe Palm Sunday with a solemn procession in which the congregation carries palm, box, olive, willow, or yew branches
It seemed fitting to meet Floricel on International Women’s Day. She is a mother, community organizer, and beloved community member. Floricel Liborio is an indigenous woman from Guerrero, Mexico. At the age of 18, she arrived in San Jose, California and has since built a family and life that includes
Greetings Hunger Leaders, Below you will find ELCA World Hunger resource suggestions for the 2026 season of ELCA Synod Assemblies and congregational engagement! Please feel free to order printed copies or create a QR code with these resources for download. Please read to the end; there are many valuable resources here! Lifelines
Welcome to Sundays at All Hallows. This Sunday is the First Sunday in Lent. During the season of Lent, Sundays are referred to being “in” the season due to their festal character and the season’s penitential nature. Every Sunday is a little Easter, a celebration of Jesus’ victory over death.
Prepare This week, the Revised Common Lectionary gives us four meaty texts. They relate to one another, but it is also important to think about them individually. Micah 6:8 might be the best-known verse of the whole book, but it is important to read it within its literary context. Chapter
Welcome to Sundays at All Hallows. This Sunday is the Second Sunday after the Epiphany. The topic of this Sunday’s message is the practicing Christian’s partnership with Christ. Readings: Isaiah 49: 1-7; 1 Corinthians 1: 1-9; and John 1: 29-42 Message: Partners with Christ Link: https://allhallowsmurray.blogspot.com/2026/01/sundays-at-all-hallows-january-18-2026.html Please feel free to