Matthew 17 The Transfiguration of Jesus and Peter Peter begins to see Jesus in a new way, not just as a militaristic Messiah, but as Son of God.
Matthew 16 Peter the Zealot Peter was a member of a political and religious movement called the zealots; Jesus called on him to defeat from that movement and join his revolution of peace, joy, gentleness and justice.
How we are Named (or even labeled by others) and we Name God has significance. Names help us know who we are. Key words: identity, name change ceremony
Tenacity of Faith Mark 7: 24-30 Like the Canaanite woman sometimes holding on to our faith takes tenacity. Faith, Trust, Tenacity,
Matthew 14:22-33 Title: Peter Sinks Like a Rock Sometimes all the self-care practices in the world are not enough to keep our heads above water. Living through the pandemic sometimes overwhelms our system.
Compassion with the World
Compassion Along the Way
Compassion for Myself
Compassion to the Neighbor




