On Feb 16, we commemorate the birth of reformer Philip Melanchthon (1497). A collaborator of Martin Luther, Melanchthon was a keen thinker who wrote the first protestant systematic theology. He was known for his piety and his even headedness. For more information about this under-celebrated reformer, check out the Christian History Institute's website. Notes for … Continue reading The Bible in a Year Challenge – Week 8 (Feb 14-20)
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The Bible in a Year Challenge – week 7 (Feb 7-13)
The Sunday before Ash Wednesday is the day that liturgical churches celebrate Transfiguration Sunday (known in some circles by the catchy name "Quinquagesima Sunday"). On this day, we recall when Jesus' full glory was revealed to Peter, James, and John (pictured here in a painting by Raphael). The texts we read this week are … Continue reading The Bible in a Year Challenge – week 7 (Feb 7-13)
2016 Bible in a Year Challenge – week 6 (Jan 31-Feb 6)
On Wednesday, Feb 3, liturgical churches commemorate St. Ansgar, who in the 9th century was sent to evangelize Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Today, he is known as "The Apostle of the North." Here, Ansgar is depicted by the great 19th c painter Gustaf Olaf Cederstrom. Reading Notes for the Week The Tabernacle: This week’s passage … Continue reading 2016 Bible in a Year Challenge – week 6 (Jan 31-Feb 6)
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