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24 - 30 April 2022

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John 20.19-31

When Jesus appeared to his disciples after he rose from the dead, Thomas missed out on the experience. It was hard for him to believe what the others told him afterwards, because Thomas needed to touch Jesus himself to know it was true. When Jesus came the second time, he gave Thomas exactly what he needed.

In a world where reality is constantly brought into question by conflicting reports and counter narratives and where fake news can distort our perspectives, how can Christians ensure the validity of the stories we tell and the message by which we live? Is it wrong to seek or even to demand evidence?

This week we explore the question: How do I know what’s real?

Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Easter 2 Year C
Acts 5.27-32 Psalm 118.14-29 Revelation 1.4-8 John 20.19-31

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