Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

In today's episode, we are talking about relationships of respect and honoring God in each person. 

• What can we do to honor God in one another when challenged by disagreement, hurt, or confusion?
• What does a community look like when we recognize the value of each person, simply for who they are (not for what they can do for us) and when we seek to protect and nurture others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

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In today's episode we look at the power and role of prayer. We are looking at the work of justice, the transformation of the world in the name of life for all, not only preventing murder. In particular highlighting the epistle of James and the Gospel of Matthew, and our responsibility within community.

• How are we closer to living in community with one another, using prayer and action to transform the world?
• What is a good confession? How can we participate in what the Christ is doing in this world?
• Thou shall not murder; are we creating a more just world where everyone can live well, are we tearing down oppressive systems, are we striving to lift up those who are killed in our world

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our  website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

Numbers 5:5-10 | Psalm 32:1-7 | James 5:13-18 | Matthew 5:21-26

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1 Kings 17:8-16 | 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

In today's episdoe we examine privilege, and the impact that being in a position of privilege and having privilege in certain contexts can have on our faith life. 

• What does it mean to use our privilege in service of others, and in service of the Church?
• Can someone with some part of privilege also suffer? Where do we see that in the Gospels?
• What does it mean that God loves the poor, and stands with the marginalized?

To learn more about the Woman's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

1 Kings 17:8-16 | Psalm 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

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Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

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Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

Content Warning: This episode includes some discussion about sexual violence. We encourage you to think through how you can care for yourselves when things are both important to know and difficult to listen to. And, as always, practice safe and healthy listening.

Today's episode takes a look at the readings for the start of Lent, in particular the power dynamics at play in the stories told, and how gender can play a role in the way we understand sin in our world today.

• Which stories are left untold or told only in part? How does knowing the full story change your understanding of things?
• Are we able to see the brokenness of systems around us, even ones we benefit from? Do we have the courage to dismantle them in order to lift up the voice and experience of others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

In today's episode we are talking about the Season of Lent. Lent is the 40 (ish) days of preparation before the Holiest of days, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday. The lessons for Ash Wednesday, the prayers, and the general tone of the service remind us of our mortality, of the death in this world, and of the need for God's persistent mercy and compassion. 

• How are we turning towards God? 
• What can we do this Lent to be remade, to be refashioned, and to deepen our relationship with God?
• What are our prayers, which we make in the depths of our heart, for ourselves, our community, and our world this season?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

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