The people of St. John’s clearly know that we are stewards of God’s creation, and that we are called to give of our time, talent, and treasure for the spread of the kingdom of God.
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Think of all of the good that has been done because of people giving their money just this last year, for instance.
It’s wonderful to be with you this morning to celebrate the work of Episcopal Schools, and to give thanks and proclaim to our community the wonderful news that is St. John’s Episcopal Day School.
I want us all to have the courage and commitment to make the changes that we need to make. Change can often be difficult, awkward, and uncomfortable.
By using the little child as an example, Jesus is demonstrating the importance of accepting the least and the lowly without asking what benefit we may derive from including them. They are worthy and they belong, as do we all.
What is at stake is Jesus’ very mission; not just the right or wrong answer by his disciples.
Jesus has expanded his understanding of his mission to include not just the Jewish people, but the Gentiles as well.
Some people are more concerned about rules than others. That has always been the case.
It seems that what John’s Jesus is telling us is that flesh alone, that is, matter alone, stuff alone…is not the way into relationship and unitive living with Jesus.
But Mary’s “Yes” demonstrates that joy comes when we give ourselves over to the divine purpose.