Like many in theological circles around the world, I was saddened this weekend to learn of the passing of feminist theologian, Dr. Rosemary Radford Ruether, after a long illness. Reuther was 85 years old. Dr. Ruether was a pioneer in the field of feminist theology and eco-feminism. I was privileged to have several interactions with […]
Following Jesus’ death the disciples were scared and disorganized. They had followed Jesus for three years and didn’t believe him when he said that he was going to be betrayed and crucified (Mt 20:17-19). Most of them hid in the Upper Room and locked the door. Peter denied knowing Jesus three times. Cleopas and the […]
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 As we watch the horrible reports of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, my heart goes out to the Ukrainian people who are out-manned and out-gunned, but not disheartened. These scenes of violence and […]
Praying Through The Seasons With Wesley Journey with Wesley through the seasons of the liturgical and academic year. Connect through prayer with the Wesley Community, on campus and in ministry around the world. Please return here each season to rekindle a rhythm of prayer that unites the Wesley Family, no matter where we are. 2022 […]
August 30, 2021 The Book of Isaiah chapter 40: 3-5 reads “A voice cries out:“In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.4 Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low;the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain.5 Then the glory […]
“Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised.” – Mark 16:6 April 4, 2021 This holy week I was on Wesley’s campus and many of the offices were closed as most faculty and staff are working from home under our Tier 3 protocols. The […]
1st Sunday of Lent – February 21 Rev. Asa J. Lee, D.Min. Community Connections: WTS VP Campus Administration/Associate Dean; MDiv, 2007; Wesley Council Donor; Baptist Clergy Morning Theme Song: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” sung by Gregory Porter Recalibrate ~ Genesis 9:8-17 There is something deeply disturbing about the flood story in Genesis. Would a benevolent God […]
Ash Wednesday – February 17, 2021 Rev. Dr. Stacey Cole Wilson CommunityConnections: WTS Board Member 2015-current; WTS, MDiv 2003; Ordained Elder, Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church MorningTheme Song: You are My Strength, Miranda Curtis Recall, Repent, Redefine Dust Making a Decisive Difference – Recall Who God Says You Are andWhat […]
Praying Through The Seasons With Wesley Journey with Wesley through the seasons of the liturgical and academic year. Connect through prayer with the Wesley Community, on campus and in ministry around the world. Please return here each season to rekindle a rhythm of prayer that unites the Wesley Family, no matter where we are. 2021 […]
– Dr. Bob Birch, Dean Emeritus
