Joan’s Blog
But they did not recognise him…
Stepping into silence makes one realise how very noisy our outer and inner worlds are. At my church’s silent retreat on the day before Easter—with phones and voices muted—my thoughts
Could you not keep watch with me?
My lamp’s flame casts moving shadows on the familiar path leading to the olive grove. The sounds of Jerusalem’s Passover festivities fade as we descend into the valley. Only the
Which of these three…was a neighbour?
(based on Luke 10:25-37) I find the troublesome rabbi sitting on the synagogue steps. He is surrounded by a group of his followers, dressed in worn, homespun robes. Mostly
A Mother’s Audacious Request
Motherhood. It’s been the most satisfying–and most difficult–part of my life, and even though my children are adults, I’m still learning how to tackle it. Recently I learned a
What’s Your Word for the Year?
A friend of mine always chooses a word for the year to journey with. I like the idea, but (ironically for a person who loves words) have seldom managed
Why Do You Call Me Good?
“I’d like to speak to the rabbi,” I say, with only a slight tremor in my voice.By all accounts, this rabbi’s teachings are wise and his miracles, spectacular. Some even
Do you truly love me?
I thought it would help to be out on the water. I was wrong. A whole night of futile fishing has left me feeling more frustrated than sitting at
Heritage Day Reflections
Today, we celebrate Heritage Day in South Africa. It’s a day to both honour the rich cultural diversity of our nation, and to consider and celebrate the family and
Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord’, and do not do what I say?
Trouble-maker. That was my impression when I first heard of Rabbi Jesus. He swept into Capernaum as if he owned it. His presence drew the sick and downtrodden from
Ancient words echo through the storm
Who would have thought that a global pandemic could teach me to trust God more fully and live for him wholeheartedly? Initially, I was not personally impacted by the encroaching
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