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Dhp 360–382 Bhikkhuvagga: The Monk—Part 2

“There is no meditative concentration for him who lacks insight, and no insight for him who lacks meditative concentration.…”

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Dhp 360–382 Bhikkhuvagga: The Monk—Part 2 | Daily Sutta Reading

There is no meditative concentration for him who lacks insight, and no insight for him who lacks meditative concentration.

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Dhp 49 From… Puppha Vagga: Flowers

“As a bee gathers nectar from the flower……”

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Dhp 49 From… Puppha Vagga: Flowers | Daily Sutta Reading

As a bee gathers nectar from the flower…

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AN 3.99 Potthakasutta: Jute

“Jute canvas is ugly, unpleasant to touch, and worthless whether it’s new, worn in, or worn out.…”

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AN 3.99 Potthakasutta: Jute | Daily Sutta Reading

Jute canvas is ugly, unpleasant to touch, and worthless whether it’s new, worn in, or worn out.

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“Jesus paid attention to the periphery and saw those looked down on or overlooked. Looking widely, Jesus saw Matthew, saw a human with dignity and worth. Matthew, an outcast seen and invited in, experienced Jesus’ mercy.”

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https://www.ssje.org/2019/09/21/learn-mercy-br-luke-ditewig/

Learn Mercy – Br. Luke Ditewig

“We remember St. Matthew, one whom Jesus selected, shaped, and sent with love. Following, we continue to learn mercy.” Br. Luke Ditweig considers the experience of Matthew for a lesson in learning …

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AN 5.111 Kulūpakasutta: Visiting Families

“A mendicant with five qualities who visits families is unlikable and unlovable…”

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AN 5.111 Kulūpakasutta: Visiting Families | Daily Sutta Reading

A mendicant with five qualities who visits families is unlikable and unlovable

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“May we have the courage to open our eyes, roll up our sleeves, and engage in a vocation of love and mercy; to be wounded healers, showing the same compassion that our Savior has shown us.”

#BrotherGiveUsAWord #Courage #Service #Love #Mercy #Episcopal #Monastics #SSJE #Jesus

https://www.ssje.org/2016/09/25/staring-mercy-in-the-eye-br-jim-woodrum/

Staring Mercy in the Eye – Br. Jim Woodrum

Everywhere we look, we can see the ills of injustice: violence, war, addiction, abuse, racism, neglect, indifference. Luke’s gospel message is that in God’s economy, healing is on the way and when …

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“There are no boundaries within God’s mercy. There is no one outside God’s mercy, compassion, and loving kindness. This truth has the power to convert us, to change our lives. To be a neighbor is to show mercy to those in need, regardless of their race, religion, or country of origin.”

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https://www.ssje.org/2019/07/14/who-is-my-neighbor/

Who Is My Neighbor? – Br. Geoffrey Tristram

“There is nowhere outside the scope of God’s mercy. There are no boundaries within God’s mercy. There is no one outside God’s mercy – no one outside God’s compassion and loving kindness. This truth…

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“We have been chosen to work with God and on behalf of God for the healing and reconciliation of our broken world, and for this work God has equipped us with gifts which enable us to carry out our task. There is not a single Christian who is not a minister of the Gospel of Christ. There is not a single Christian who has not been called to this work.”

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https://www.ssje.org/2016/07/05/gods-mission-and-ours-br-david-vryhof/

God’s Mission – and Ours – Br. David Vryhof

Matthew 9:32-38 I’d like to begin with a question this evening: How many of you have been called to the ministry?  Now I’m not going to ask for a show of hands, but I imagine that if I did there mi…

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“Our quiet, steady, unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ may inspire in others a curiosity and a desire to understand and embrace this faith. The way we live, the way we speak, the way we serve, the way we love and honor one another and those whom we meet, may inspire someone we hardly know to seek God by exploring the Christian way.”

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Life-changing Witness: The Feast of St Alban – Br David Vryhof

“Certainly the sacrifice of Alban is worth remembering today.  We recall with awe his unwavering commitment to Christ, a commitment that prompted him to give himself up to torture and death in plac…

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“‘Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?’ This is the challenge of Baptism. Jesus reminds us that there is another way to live, the way of humility, love, justice, and peace. These are the marks of the kingdom of God.”

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Room at the Table – Br. James Koester

“When we are concerned only with our own dignity, we forget about the inherent dignity of others. They too have a place set at God’s bountiful table, where there is room and enough for all.” Br. Ja…

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