Dear Members and Friends,

During this Lenten Season we’ve been listening to Jesus’ teachings of parables regarding what he believed was the present, but not yet fulfilled, Kingdom of God. (New Testament scholar, Dominick Crossan calls this the “indwelling, wise and compassionate ruling-style of God.”)

This upcoming Sunday we’ll hear Jesus teach us about entrance into this realm as like being invited to a banquet. One has to decide whether one will attend.

Now everyone loves a good feast! But, one’s decision about going to this feast will depend on several factors including one’s other demands, alternative choices, and personal priorities.

It’s the same with Easter. Lent is an invitation to come to life, to life in the Spirit and to a life of love that never ends. The only question is: “Can and will we decide to show-up?”

Can – and will… you?

Blessings of Lent,
Pastor Ed