“Jesus, tired from his journey, sat down at the well. It was about noon. A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus began talking with her.” “His disciples returned, and were shocked that he was talking with a woman.” Dehumanizing women was a routine ancient practice. It remains a routine current practice. One aspect … Continue reading “Consistent Ethic of Life: Pregnancy”
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In the Light of Wise Women
Jesus tells a parable about foolish women and wise women in the context of a wedding. The women are waiting in the approaching darkness for the coming of the bridal party. Some have brought no oil for their lamps, others have. The foolish women are not prepared for that which lies ahead and remain in … Continue reading “In the Light of Wise Women”
Pesky Widows
Pesky widows are a power to be reckoned with. I know. I had a pesky widow for a mother. Jesus’ choice of a pesky widow with a legal concern in this Sunday’s parable extolling prayer is intriguing. It is a remarkable reversal of the Old Testament example of a pray-er who is extolled. The Old … Continue reading “Pesky Widows”