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2 - 8 May 2021

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John 15.1-8

Jesus says that he is ‘the true vine’. His Father is the vine-grower who removes fruitless branches and prunes those that are fruitful so that they might produce even more. The disciples are the branches; they are to remain part of the vine and expected to grow and bear good fruit.

How do we ‘remain’ in Jesus? How do we stay always connected to Jesus? The metaphor of a growing vine suggests something that is active – a way of living, rather than a passive ‘resting’. What does this look like in practice?

This week we explore remaining in the right place to grow.

Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Easter 5 Year B
Acts 8.26-40 Psalm 22.25-31 1 John 4.7-21 John 15.1-8

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  • Easter 5 focused around John 15.1-8 (2018)
  • Easter 5 focused around John 15.1-8 (2015)
  • Easter 5 focused around John 15.1-8 (2012)
  • Easter 5 focused around John 15.1-8 (2009)
  • Easter 5 focused around Acts 8.26-40 (2006)
  • Easter 5 focused around John 15.1-8 (2003)