The Extravagant Generosity Matthew 20:1-16 It is said that every parable Jesus told contains the Gospel in miniature. This one of the labourers in the vineyard certainly does as it arrestingly proclaims “the extravagant goodness of God.” It was told to the religiously resentful the Scribes and Pharisees those with a “charter-member” mentality. The parables … More Extravagant Generosity – 16th Sunday After Pentecost

THE GIFT OF FORGIVENESS PASSING IT ON Matthew 18:21-35 The Gospel today begins with an interesting dialogue between Jesus and Peter. Peter asks Jesus, “How many times should I forgive my brother? Seven times?” It seemed like Peter was looking for a limit. There has to be a limit. Right? I m told that the … More Passing On The Gift of Forgiveness — 15th Sunday After Pentecost

Not Good If Detached Matthew 18:15-20 Years ago I was apart of a congregation that had a history of conflict. When I arrived there I was told “the story of the back pew.” The parish was small and did not have a church hall so the church building was used for worship on Sunday morning … More Not Good if Detached – Pentecost 14