Comments on: March 30: Pilgrimage of consequence

By: Mervyn Carapiet

Mervyn Carapiet — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:15:52 +0000

Your description and reflection brought back fond memories of my own pilgrimage from Bethphage to Jerusalem. On my return I was “homesick” for a week. If I’m not mistaken, I have the perception that it was the Temple mob and not the “Hosanna” followers who bayed for the blood of Jesus. I may be wrong.
Easter Joy to you.
Mervyn Carapiet

By: Ethel

Ethel — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 01:36:25 +0000

Having been there with a CPT delegation in 1995, I can picture you and the group walking a similar route today. Thank you for your message.

By: Kathy

Kathy — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:11:50 +0000

Thank you for your challenge for Palm Sunday and Holy Week. As I’ve been reflecting on my sermon for Palm Sunday/Passion Sunday, I’ve been aware of what courage it took for those who processed with Jesus on the first Palm Sunday. It was NOT a safe thing to do. The procession mocked the powerful Roman Empire and threatened their religious authorities. They would be recognized. Even though I’m an extrovert, I find it difficult to join marches for justice. So. . . when we’re quick to condemn the fickleness of that mob on Good Friday, let’s remember to praise them for the courage they had on Palm Sunday. They went out on a limb. . . even with a palm branch.

By: Jen

Jen — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:54:00 +0000

How blessed you are to be there! Reminds me of a story a colleague shared of her Aunt that would sign all the cards she sent to family members…BE THERE! Her witness to follow Jesus and see them in heaven. At this time of Holy week to be in a holy place where it all took place….what a blessing to BE THERE. Thanks for sharing.

By: Mary K. Mishler

Mary K. Mishler — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:07:29 +0000

Thanks Jim. I’ll make that my prayer for the day.I hope it doesn’t snow today!