Jesus is tested by the devil. Matthew 4:1-11 (NRSV) Each year one of the Lenten readings that captivate us is the story of Jesus being tempted by satan. The story sets the stage for Jesus to be alone in the wilderness, alone to ponder, meditate, reflect, and pray on the …
The Lord has need of it… (Mk 11:3) Take a Moment to Ponder Today we commemorate the life of Absalom Jones the first black priest in the Episcopal Church (Anglican) in the United States. Born in the late 1700s when enslavement was still present in his country and with a …
Bishop Thompson who retired in 2020 after 47 years as an ordained minister is remembered for the “single-minded passion” which he displayed for his lifelong pastoral vocation in the Diocese of Jamaica and The Cayman Islands. This culminated with his consecration in 2005 as Suffragan Bishop of Kingston – an …
“..and what does the Lord require but to do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8a) Take a Moment to Ponder There are requirements for everything we do in every sphere of life. We have job requirements, requirements to do further studies, and requirements for becoming …
