With the women at the empty tomb, we proclaim this Resurrection truth: Everything that lies ahead is life.

On Palm Sunday, as we turn toward the cross, Jesus joins us in the deep suffering of the world, with tender mercy there, too.

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In our fear, God comes to us with the gifts of presence and possibility for a future in which we are not alone.

As we cry out in lament, we find God not far off, but near... in the midst of the suffering, joining our lament, and calling us into life.

In his testing in the wilderness, Jesus turns from evil and turns toward the Way that will lead to the cross – a way that leads us to life.

The glory of God in Jesus comes to life on the mountain top and in everyday acts of healing and in us.

Love God. Love others. Love yourself. Love your enemy. Love everyone. No exceptions.

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In these days of turmoil, God’s grace meets us where we are and empowers us to be both humble and bold, in the name of Jesus.

The Body of Christ lives out love for the well-being of all people

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Grounded in Christ, empowered by the Spirit, we engage the work that is ours to do in the world.

In the waters of baptism, we find our identity with and in Christ, grounded in a community of mutuality and sharing.

The prophets look to what God is doing in the world. Always, God is bringing new life for a new day. Let’s begin every day there.

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In the ache of our world, God enters into the lowest places, comes alongside the most vulnerable, and makes God’s home there.

With the angel, Mary proclaims that God is turning the world rightside up. With Mary, will you say “yes” to being turned rightside up?

In the clamor of the world, God gives us a holy hush – quiet to listen and watch for God’s tender mercy setting the whole world free.

When we choose to live lives of gratitude, generosity, and sharing, it is a radical subversive act.