Tag Archives: Acts of the Apostles

The Feast of Pentecost, Year B

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Sharon Ely Pearson

The gift of the Holy Spirit empowers Christians for ministry in the world. Acts of the Apostles 2:1-21 or Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 104:25-35, 37 Romans 8:22-27 John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 God has opened the hearts of the faithful people by sending … Continue reading →

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The Sixth Sunday of Easter, Year B

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Love One Another as Friends Acts of the Apostles 10:44-48 Psalm 98 1 John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17 Today’s theme is of the new community formed out of the resurrection and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the life of … Continue reading →

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The Day of Pentecost: Year A

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Filled with the Holy Spirit Acts of the Apostles 2:1-21 Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 104:25-35, 37 Romans 8:22-27 John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 With the wind and tongues of fire, the Day of Pentecost is upon us, as we experience the glorious climax … Continue reading →

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The Sixth Sunday of Easter: Year A

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Sharon Ely Pearson

The Spirit of Truth Acts of the Apostles 17:22-31 Psalm 66:7-18 1 Peter 3:13-22 John 14:15-21 Jesus does not leave his followers orphaned. Through the Holy Spirit Jesus comes to abide with his disciples of every generation. As Pentecost draws … Continue reading →

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The Fifth Sunday of Easter: Year A

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Sharon Ely Pearson

The way, the truth, the life Acts 7:55-60 Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16 1 Peter 2:2-10 John 14:1-14 In today’s Gospel, Jesus promises his eternal presence will be with them. However, “to believe” (v. 1) involves committing the whole self to the … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Sunday of Easter: Year A

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Living in Community Acts of the Apostles 2:42-47 Psalm 23 1 Peter 2:19-25 John 10:1-10 Today is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus, teaching through a parable, describes himself as a shepherd who cares for his sheep, whose sheep follow … Continue reading →

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The Sixth Sunday of Easter: Year C

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Hospitality Acts of the Apostles 16:9-15 Psalm 67 The Revelation to John 21:10, 22 – 22:5 John 14:23-29 OR John 5:1-9 The Spirit is at work as Paul continues to spread the news of the Risen Lord. Paul has had … Continue reading →

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The Fifth Sunday of Easter: Year C

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Love One Another Acts of the Apostles 11:1-18 Psalm 148 The Revelation to John 21:1-6 John 13:31-35 Jesus repeatedly speaks of being glorified. At the time, the disciples assumed he was using the term in the traditional sense, that he … Continue reading →

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The Seventh Sunday of Easter, Year B

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Sharon Ely Pearson

The Church as the Body of Christ Acts of the Apostles 1:15-17, 21-26 Psalm 1 1 John 5:9-13 John 17:6-19 In his final time with his disciples, Jesus intercedes for them with the Father, though prayer. He affirms the completion … Continue reading →

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The Second Sunday of Easter, Year B

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Sharon Ely Pearson

Of One Heart and Soul Acts of the Apostles 4:32-35 Psalm 133 1 John 1:1 – 2:2 John 20:19-31 Sunday evening finds Jesus’ disciples huddled together behind locked doors. Though Mary had given the good news, many likely doubted. The … Continue reading →

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