My Lord and my God!
“My Lord and my God!” A Reflection for the Feast of St Thomas, Apostle John 20:24–29 Poor Thomas. He’s often remembered by that nickname: “Doubting Thomas.” And yet, when I read this passage, I see someone who was not faithless…
Being Part of God’s Family
Week 1, Friday: The Intimacy of “Our” – Being Part of God’s Family Scripture: “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven…’” (Matthew 6:9) As we continue our Lenten journey, we pause today to reflect on a…
Who is God as Father?
Week 1, Thursday: “Our Father in heaven” – Who is God as Father? Scripture: “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven…’” (Matthew 6:9) In the opening words of the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus invites us to address…
Ash Wednesday: Introduction to Lent and The Lord’s Prayer
Week 1, Ash Wednesday: Introduction to Lent and The Lord’s Prayer Scripture: “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name…’” (Matthew 6:9) Lent is upon us—a season set aside for reflection, repentance, and…
A Journey Through the Lord’s Prayer
Introduction. Prayers for Renewal: A Journey Through the Lord’s Prayer Tomorrow, as we begin the season of Lent, we invite you to embark on a journey of spiritual renewal through prayer. Join us for a special daily reflection series, “Prayers…
Ember Day Reflection: Answering the Call
Today, as we observe Ember Day in the Anglican Church, we are called to reflect on and pray for those journeying towards ordination, discerning their vocation, and all who serve in ordained ministry. It is a moment to contemplate the…
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,…
A Call to Compassion and Action
Reflecting on Hosea 11:1-9, Psalm 80:1-7, and Matthew 10:7-15 Today’s Bible readings reveal God’s deep love and compassion for us, even when we stray. As we reflect on Hosea 11:1-9, Psalm 80:1-7, and Matthew 10:7-15, we are invited to experience…
Doubting Thomas
The story of “Doubting Thomas,” as he’s often called, comes up every year on St. Thomas Day. It’s a story in the Bible (John 20:24-29) that speaks to all of us, even if we’re not familiar with the characters. Thomas,…
The Call and the Crucible: Discerning Formation
Post 1 of 5. Hello everyone! My name is Vanda, and I’m thrilled to be starting this blog series about my journey in seminary formation for ministry. Many of you might be curious about what leads someone to pursue this…
