On this week's (second) episode Joe and Rick discuss Mark 16, recounting the resurrection of Jesus, his appearances to the disciples, and his commission and ascension to heaven. They discuss how the women—Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome—discovered an empty tomb and encountered…
In this episode Joe and Tim discuss events leading up to and including Jesus’ arrest, trial, and crucifixion as described in Mark 14:43 through the end of chapter 15, with a focus on the Good Friday narrative. They review Judas’s betrayal—using a kiss as a signal—and…
Service Location: the Strawbridges' (2760 S Ogden St, Englewood) Time: 10:00am Dear Church, We'll be celebrating Palm Sunday this week at the Strawbridges house. Also, coming next week will be our Maundy Thursday passover meal at the Miltons and Good Friday back at the Strawbridges. This…
On this week's episode Joe and Tim discuss Mark 11. They talk about Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday), where Jesus demonstrates authority by instructing disciples to bring him a colt. The crowd welcomes Jesus as a king, laying coats and palm branches on the road,…
Service Location: the Nichols' (4501 S Kalamath St, Englewood) Time: 10:00am Dear Church, We have folks signed up to host church through Easter (April 20), but not much filled in after that. If you are able to host, please sign up here. Our journey through Mark continues this…
On this week's episode Joe and Tim discuss Mark 14, where Jesus prepares his disciples for his imminent departure and the unfolding events leading to his crucifixion. They address the significance of the anointing in Bethany, emphasizing the woman’s costly act as a preparation for Jesus'…
Service Location: the Maes' (3896 S Elati St, Englewood) Time: 10:00am Dear Church, I want to highlight the upcoming Psalm sing with redeemer community on March 28 (that's this Fruday at Atlas Coffee on south Broadway). I volunteerd to teach Easter Anthem at that event and…
On this week's episode Joe and Tim discuss the complexity of interpreting Mark 13, highlighting Jesus' predictions about the destruction of Jerusalem and the end times. Tim explains how the disciples wrongly assumed the coming of the kingdom with earthly power within several years. Jesus corrected their…