Via, Veritas, Vita

Body complex (1 Corinthians 6.12-20)

Some might think the Church is unnecessarily concerned with what goes on with people’s bodies, but God’s relationship to people is a physical one. (1 Corinthians 6.12-20)

St Nicholas (Ezekiel 3:16-21 & 1 Peter 5.1-4)

So let’s give thanks to the Lord above, cause Santa Claus comes tonight. (Ezekiel 3:16-21 & 1 Peter 5.1-4)

The beast (Revelation 13.1-10)

The beast St John sees in his vision puts flesh and bone to genuine concerns. Creatures like this emerge in difficult times. Here is a call for the endurance and faith of the saints. (Revelation 13.1-10)

Ancient wisdom (Wisdom 5.1-5,14-16)

Listen to those who’ve been there, done it, and got the t-shirt. Those who think so little of you are in for a surprise. (Wisdom 5.1-5,14-16)

A terrifying vision (Revelation 1)

John describes what other visionaries and prophets have relayed about their encounters with God throughout the ages. (Revelation 1)

Be a pal (Philippians 1.1-11)

Being a Christian requires the same stuff as being a good friend, says Paul. (Philippians 1.1-11)

Be like Francis (Matthew 10.5-22)

You can change the world by being the kind of person you want to be. Sometimes, you might want to be like Francis. (Matthew 10.5-22)

The last day of class (John 15.12-17)

If Jesus’ disciples only showed up to hear him in today’s Gospel, they could’ve done worse. Jesus brings it into focus what it’s all been about. (John 15.12-17)

Repetition (John 6.52-59)

Was Jesus stuck on repeat, or was he doubling down? (John 6.52-59)

Which Friends character are you? (Matthew 21.33-43,45-46)

Some listening to Jesus in today’s Gospel saw themselves in the story he told, but they realised they weren’t the heroes. (Matthew 21.33-43,45-46)