When somewhere life/ breaks like a pane of glass... Let me read you this poem by the late Mary Oliver.

Let Me Read You a Poem

Beaver Moon - The Suicide of a Friend, by Mary Oliver

First episode of my new podcast, featuring poems I can’t wait for you to hear. Happy #WorldPoetryDay

Spring is like a perhaps hand, by E. E. Cummings

The final chapter of the Gospel of Luke contains The Resurrection Narrative. This is the chapter that gives meaning to everything that came before it. Merry Christmas!

Chapter 24 - The Resurrection of Jesus

Jesus is sentenced to death, is crucified and is buried.

Chapter 23 - The Way of the Cross and The Crucifixion

The Beginning of the Passion Narrative, the Conspiracy against Jesus and his final dark days with his disciples are told.

Chapter 22 - The Last Supper, Agony in the Garden, The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus

Jesus reveals his most prophetic teachings yet as he speaks to the Coming of the Son of Man. Some of it is hard to hear.

Chapter 21 - The Poor Widow’s Contribution, Signs of the End of Times, Exhortation to be Vigilant

So many questions as Jesus enters Jerusalem as scribes and scholars test him, demonstrating how revolutionary his message was.

Chapter 20 - Jesus’ Authority Questioned, Parable of Tenant Farmers, Question about Resurrection

Jesus arrives in Jerusalem, but not everyone is happy to see him or hear what he says.

Chapter 19 - Zacchaeus the Tax Collector, Ten Gold Coins, and the Entry into Jerusalem

Teachings supporting consistency, beginner’s mind, and letting go of material possessions.

Chapter 18 - Parable of the Persistent Widow and Jesus with Children

Jesus’ teachings reveal how grave it is to cause others to sin and how faith can save and heal those of us whose sins and illness has left us isolated, stigmatized, and alone.

Chapter 17 - Temptations to Sin and the Cleansing of Ten Lepers

Those who are trustworthy in very small matters will be trustworthy in great matters. Jesus on debts, righteousness, divorce, and traditional views of justice.

Chapter 16 - The Parable of the Dishonest Steward and The Rich Man and Lazarus

The Parables of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Lost Son are all powerful stories that tell of the suffering of loss, the rewards of persistence, and the joy and celebration when what was lost is finally found.

Chapter 15 - The Parables of the Lost

In this episode, Jesus uses the throwing of a big party to teach us many lessons about humility and generosity. It’s more than just table manners!

Chapter 14 - Healing on the Sabbath and The Parable of the Great Feast

Chapter 13 - A Call to Repentance and Jesus Laments Over Jerusalem

Lessons to lead us through challenging, difficult times, including family disputes and imprisonment.

Chapter 12 - Courage Under Persecution and Jesus Causing Division

I love this poem so much, I’d like to read it for you. Hope you enjoy it!

hubhopper

Let Me Read You a Poem

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