30-Apr-23 (John 10:1-10)

The Church has always struggled with hearing and understanding the voice of our Shepherd.  In those awful times when we don't hear right, the Church becomes a very human institution and in terrible need of reform.  In those glorious times when we get it right, the Church becomes a beacon and a guide for the world around us, just like that Shepherd's voice.  … Read the rest “Table Meditation (Gospel) for Easter 4a – 30-Apr-23”

23-Apr-23 (Acts 2:14a, 36-41)

When we meet at the table, even with Jesus as our host, we're probably not going to see the fire and mist, darkness, and red moon that Peter mentions in Acts. We do, however, hope to see God's Spirit poured out on each of us to show is God's vision for God's people and the world, to give us dreams worth dream, and plans worth following.… Read the rest “Table Meditation (Acts) for Easter 3a – 23-Apr-23”

16-Apr-23 (John 20:19-31)

It's not just us at the Table right now.  In God's time, all people in all times and in all places are gathered here to remember.  So, as the writer of Hebrews puts it, "We are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses," from those first disciples who like Thomas actually saw the risen Lord and touched his hands and side, to the martyrs who gave their life in witness to their faith, to the strong leaders who called the people to a witness of unity and simple faith, to us.  … Read the rest “Table Meditation (Gospel) for Easter 2a – 16-Apr-23”

9-Apr-23 (Jeremiah 31:1-8)

The scripture from Jeremiah for today foretells the time when the exiles would return to Israel from Babylon. It tells of joyful dancing and music-making celebrating their freedom and return to a place where they can thrive.
The elements at the table don't look like a feast, but they are a simple celebration of our freedom from sin and a glimpse our place in the realm of God.… Read the rest “Table Meditation (Old Testament) for Easter Sunday – 9-Apr-23”