In Matthew 4:12-23, Jesus calls his first disciples with some of them dropping everything to follow Jesus. At baptism we are all called to follow Jesus, which is a lifelong journey of listening to God's voice. Through a story Episcopal Diocese of Missouri's Bishop Deon Johnson shared, comes a provocative question from a six-year-old: "What am I to do with a piece of Christ?" God listens, invites us to listen, and calls us to follow.

On the Second Sunday after the Epiphany, Marissa reflects on the first part of the Gospel where we hear about Jesus and John the Baptist. We've traveled with John a lot in the last few weeks, and today we get an important puzzle piece. What drives John the Baptist? What should drive us?

For the Feast of the Epiphany, we tried a new tradition at St. Matt's, one that is beloved all over the church: Star Words. If you weren't able to be there and still would like a word for the year, just send an email to Marissa!

On the third Sunday in Advent, Marissa explores Isaiah's highway image and puts together a couple of puzzle pieces about the Gospel and the season. What do the texts have to tell us along with this season of "magic"? Where can we find hope for us and for everyone around us?

On the first Sunday in Advent, Marissa wonders about the story we tell in this season, a story that has been passed down from generation to generation. How are we connected to the people who come before and after us? What will we do with the love that's been given to us? What is Advent all about?

On the Feast of All Saints, Marissa reflects on the history of the holiday and why it matters now. What does the tradition have to say to us about those we love and see no longer? And what does that have to do with our lives today and in this season?

This Sunday, we heard the story of two men who went to the Temple to pray, but they did this same thing in two very different ways. What is Jesus trying to tell us about the Pharisee and the Tax Collector? What can we learn from both of them?

On the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, the Gospel of Luke gives us a story about Jesus healing ten lepers. He asks them to do something really hard, and amazingly they all do it. But then only one of them does the right thing and comes back to say thank you. What can we learn about this story, where Jesus is, what he asks them to do, and how we can respond in gratitude?

The Rev. Julie Kelsey explores the importance of baptism. What does it mean in community and why does it still matter for us today? Along with the texts from the Feast of Mary Magdalene, Julie helps us see what baptism means for us.

On the 16th Sunday after Pentecost, the Gospel of Luke serves up a challenging story about difference. He tells a story about a rich man and a poor man, the differences between them, and how those differences play out in the long run. There is a lot to wrestle with in this text, a lot to be challenged by. What does it have to say to us in this moment in time? What are the questions Jesus would ask us if he were talking to us directly today?