Bible in 5

Fall means the beginning of a new school year, and even if you’re no longer a student, it’s always a good time to get back to basics! So let’s explore a few facts that will give you some knowledge and confidence when it comes to…

Looking for good summer reading? The Bible may not be the typical “go-to” book for taking along to the beach, but Scripture can be a wonderful summer companion. Consider choosing one or more of the following books to read through and pray…

Advent is the perfect time to learn more about the Gospel stories of Jesus’ conception, birth, and infancy. We call these stories the “infancy narratives.” We are already quite familiar with these stories, but you may find something new or…

by Amy Ekeh We’re all familiar with Mary, the mother of Jesus; Mary Magdalene; and Mary and Martha of Bethany, who spent considerable time with Jesus and were part of his inner circle. In this issue, let’s look beyond these wonderful women…

by Gary Zimak Have you ever prayed for something for a long time with no apparent results? You pray and pray and hear nothing … not even crickets. During times like this, it’s common to question if God is even listening. You may begin to…

by Amy Ekeh In this Marian month of May, let’s spend a few minutes reflecting on some of the things we know about Mary from reading the Bible. As it turns out, we don’t know a lot! Although all four Gospels mention Jesus’ mother, when we…

BY AMY EKEH Why do we fast — or give something up — during Lent? Is fasting a punishment? Does God want us to make ourselves miserable? Or is fasting just an old-fashioned thing we do that really has no meaning? Reflecting on what Scripture…

by Amy Ekeh When we pick up the Bible and begin to read, understanding what we read is a common challenge. As modern readers of ancient literature, we can expect to run into some difficulties! But understanding the Bible becomes much easier…

BY AMY EKEH Let’s face it, as much as we may want to read the Bible, it can be an intimidating book! The Bible’s size alone may give us pause, not to mention the ancient nature of its texts and the variety of content within its pages. But…

by Amy Ekeh Why do we suffer? Why does God allow it? Am I being punished? Does suffering have a purpose? The Bible acknowledges and explores these tough questions with honesty — and with a variety of perspectives. Reflecting on some of…