Reading the book Confederates in the Attic gives insight into the gospel story of feeding five thousand. Hunger and the shortage of food are important parts of the story.

The community of followers were an important part of Jesus’ ministry.

Meaning of suffering and in death of John the Baptist.

The Gospel tells the story of Jesus returning to his home town. It shows us what’s important about traveling outside our home town and what’s to be gained by going beyond ourselves.

The Gospel stories of healing show that it’s not how good or faithful you are, but God’s hope, His patience to listen to you, to love you and …