Mark 14:41-46 (RSV) And he came the third time and said to them, “Are you still sleeping and taking your rest? It is enough; the hour has come. The Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going; see, my betrayer is at hand.” And immediately, even as Jesus said this, Judas, one of the twelve disciples, arrived with a crowd of men armed with swords and clubs. They had been sent by the leading priests, the teachers of religious law, and the elders. The traitor, Judas, had … [Read more...] about Second Sunday of Lent: Jesus, Betrayed by Judas, is Arrested
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First Sunday of Lent: Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane
First Sunday of Lent: Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane Mark 14:32-40 (RSV) And they went to a place called Gethsemane. And he said to his disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” And he took with him Peter and James and John, and began to be greatly distressed and troubled. And he said to them, “My soul is very sorrowful, even to death. Remain here and watch.” And going a little farther, he fell on the ground and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. And he said, “Abba, Father, all things … [Read more...] about First Sunday of Lent: Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane
Science Corner: Get Healthy Fast
Ash Wednesday inaugurates a season of fasting for many Christians. Nowadays those fasts vary widely; perhaps you aren't reading this post because you are abstaining from social media for Lent. Still, the classics endure for a reason, and now scientists are exploring how cutting back on food affects our bodies. The latest study found that fasting had several health benefits including weight loss, lower blood pressure and healthier blood sugar levels. Or perhaps more precisely, a "fast-mimicking diet" provided those … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Get Healthy Fast
Science Corner: Road Grace
Last week we talked about computers learning how to play Go. The problem can be simply stated: given the current arrangement of pieces on the board, find the best next move. I compared this to the problem of sin and asserted that God's solution, the incarnation and suffering of Jesus, was the best possible solution. In doing so, I elided over an important aspect: by what criteria is it 'best?' … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Road Grace
Palm Sunday (Prayer)
On Sundays during Lent through Easter, the Emerging Scholars Network will share collects from The Book of Common Prayer and prayer requests from Emerging Scholars*. Scholar's Compass will continue, but will appear on weekdays instead of Sundays. … [Read more...] about Palm Sunday (Prayer)