First Reading

Nicodemus and Jesus on a Rooftop
Commentary on Genesis 12:1-4a

Genesis 12 is a chapter of new beginnings. Following the introductory chapters of Israel’s Urgeschichte [...]

Thirst
Commentary on Exodus 17:1-7

In the biblical traditions, the wilderness is a space of depravity where people’s most basic [...]

Illuminated Manuscript, Gospels
Commentary on 1 Samuel 16:1-13

The story of David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16 follows [...]

Illuminated Manuscript, Gospels
Commentary on 1 Samuel 16:1-13

You can have one of the most unforgettable dining experiences [...]

Raising of Lazarus
Commentary on Ezekiel 37:1-14

Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones coming to life is offered alongside the stories of [...]

Raising of Lazarus
Commentary on Ezekiel 37:1-14

In this last Sunday before Holy Week, two texts promise resurrection. In Ezekiel, dry bones [...]

Three times
Commentary on Isaiah 50:4-9a

The lectionary selection constitutes the third of four so-called “Suffering Servant” songs that appear in [...]

Three times
Commentary on Isaiah 50:4-9a

In recent decades, the business world has begun to use the phrase “servant leadership” to [...]

Jesus washes his disciples' feet
Commentary on Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14

In the story of the Exodus out of Egypt, this [...]

Jesus washes his disciples' feet
Commentary on Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14

On Maundy Thursday, we come to the Exodus account of [...]