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Where are the Figs?

Third Sunday in Lent, Year C, February 28, 2016
Someday, like it was for that barren fig tree, there will be an accounting. For the barren church that means doors closed, windows shuttered, and opportunity lost. No one wants to see that happen to their congregation, right? Or do they? (Photo: Ian Scott, Creative Commons)

Hold to Hope, Pursue Patience, and Cling to Christ

Lectionary Reflection for the Third Sunday in Lent, March 3, 2013
In this week’s gospel lesson, Jesus offers both warning and remedy. The Parable of the Fig Tree offers a wonderful opportunity to talk about hope, patience, and tenacious faith. (Photo by Yaniv Yaakubovich. Thanks!)