Radical Welcome: Embracing God’s Call for Justice and Inclusion in South Africa
Matthew 22:1-14 is the parable of the wedding banquet, where Jesus tells the story of a king who prepares a wedding feast for his son. The invited guests refuse to come, and some even mistreat the king’s servants. In response,…
Seminarians Sow Seeds of Hope in Grahamstown
Grahamstown, South Africa – A group of seminarians from the College of Transfiguration is cultivating more than just plants in their community. Embracing the call to be Green Anglicans, they have initiated a community food garden as a tangible expression…
A Feast of Abiding Presence: Reflecting on Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, the Body of Christ, is a beautiful feast that celebrates the enduring gift of Holy Communion. As we gather to partake in this sacred meal, Scripture offers profound insights into its significance. In Exodus 24:3-8, Moses recounts the…
Book Review Meditations at Midnight by Gary Jansen
Meditations at Midnight by Gary Jansen is a captivating exploration of spirituality and self-discovery, delving into the profound moments that emerge in the stillness of night. Jansen weaves together personal anecdotes, mystical insights, and timeless wisdom to create a book…
Holy Week Monday
The echo of cheers still hangs in the air, a fading memory from yesterday’s celebration. Palm fronds, once vibrant symbols of hope, now lie scattered on the dusty ground, their green already tinged with brown. We walk beside Jesus, a…
Embracing the Journey.
The weight of knowledge, the burden of responsibility, the ever-present hum of doubt. These are just some of the feelings that may accompany your journey as a theological student, or even in other institutions where deep reflection and purpose-driven pursuits…
A Reflection on Wetlands: From Genesis to Today.
As we celebrate World Wetlands Day, it’s fitting to turn our gaze to scripture, for the Bible paints a vivid picture of these life-giving landscapes. In the very first book, Genesis, we encounter the Spirit of God hovering over the…
Seeds in Shallow Soil: Finding Fertile Ground
Seeds in Shallow Soil: Finding Fertile Ground
1st Sunday of Advent Reflection
As we gather together in this season of Advent, we dive into the words of Jesus from the Gospel of Mark, chapter 13, verses 24-37. 24 “At that time, after the anguish of those days, the sun will be darkened, the…
A Franciscan Reflection for All Saints Day
On this blessed All Saints Day, we gather to celebrate the communion of saints, the cloud of witnesses who have gone before us. And the saints among us, striving to live out the beatitudes as we embrace the teachings of…