Poets and Prophets

by | Jan 11, 2022 | Bishop's Writings

“The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon take place; he made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who testified to the word of God…” (Revelation 1:1-2a) There are a few times in the Book of Revelation where...

Year of Vision

by | Jan 3, 2022 | Bishop's Writings

“And the one who was seated on the throne said, “See, I am making all things new” (Revelation 21:5a) Artwork is cover art from Glimpses of the New Creation by W. David O. Taylor Welcome to 2022: The Year of Vision. Our focus this year will be on God’s vision and...

Christmas Blessing

by | Dec 24, 2021 | Bishop's Writings

“The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus” (Luke 1:30-31) My favorite Christmas Hymn is “What Child Is This?” (ELW #296). Please click on the...

Every Good Gift

by | Dec 6, 2021 | Bishop's Writings

Dear Friends in Christ, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows” (James 1:17 NIV). James reminds us of the good gifts that always come from God. Every day, God showers...

Psalms of Lament

by | Nov 15, 2021 | Bishop's Writings

Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my help and my God (Psalm 43:5) Artwork: The Sorrowful Saint (2016) by Scott Erickson The Psalms are an important part of Scripture and play an important...

For All the Saints

by | Nov 8, 2021 | Bishop's Writings

And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who from now on die in the Lord.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them” (Revelation 14:13) On All Saints Sunday, many of us gathered to hear...