When the Pharisees heard that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together, and one of them, a lawyer, asked him a question to test him. “Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” He said to him, “’You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart,...
In a world where names and labels shape how we see ourselves and others, Isaiah and Matthew’s Gospel invite us to consider who has the power to define our worth and imagine our future. Through the naming of Cyrus as God’s anointed and Jesus’ challenge to the authority of Caesar,...
In today's Gospel, Jesus tells a parable about a banquet at which everything seems to go wrong. Like many deftly crafted stories, it subverts our expectations and encourages new perspectives. All of us are invited to attend. But take care... it could be a dangerous party. The Glimpses of Grace...
Men's Retreat: Arete, Faith, and a Rule of Life for Connection Among Men Registration for the men's retreat closes Sunday, October 18, so be sure to reserve your spot before the deadline. In a time of disconnection and polarization, how do men pursue a life of purpose, virtue, and deep connection?...
The Pharisees went and plotted to entrap Jesus in what he said. So they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that you are sincere, and teach the way of God in accordance with truth, and show deference to no one; for you do...
Parish Q&A Orientation Zoom Call Fr. Stuart will host a parish orientation zoom call at 7 PM this Sunday, October 11. Anyone in the parish, whether new or longtime members, is welcome to join. If you have questions about parish life, communication, ministry contacts, prayer lists, or how to get...
Once more Jesus spoke to the people in parables, saying: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding banquet for his son. He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come. Again he...
In this week's Gospel, St. Paul asks us to examine our motivations. Where do we come from and what are our expectations? Regardless of your roots or what you expect to gain, the answer should be "to follow Christ". Following Christ doesn't bring prestige or status – it empties us,...
Blessing of Animals Grace Episcopal Church invites you and your pets to a Blessing of Animals on Sunday, October 4 at 4 PM. Held each year in observance of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, the service provides not only an opportunity for our...
Jesus said, “Listen to another parable. There was a landowner who planted a vineyard, put a fence around it, dug a wine press in it, and built a watchtower. Then he leased it to tenants and went to another country. When the harvest time had come, he sent his slaves...