24 - 30 November 2013
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24 - 30 November 2013
Proper 29 Christ the King
Luke 23.33-43In our time - Week 4 of 4
Four weeks in which we see how Luke explores the significance of the crucifixion for his readers, then and now.
The promise of paradise
On the last Sunday of the Church year we consider the paradox of Christ as King, crowned with thorns and hung on a cross, yet still a leader, a challenger, a setter of examples. And we are challenged ourselves by this situation. Are we bystanders and mockers, or are we those who recognise the promise of paradise?
This week’s reading, Luke 23.33-43, provides an opportunity to:
- remember that our King wears both a regal crown and a crown of thorns (AAA & CYP)
- explore the potential of forgiveness (AAA & CYP)
- understand that Jesus mediates between humanity and God (AAA & CYP)
- see the challenge to the bystander. (AAA & CYP)
These resources were first published in 2013.
Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Proper 29 - Christ the King
Jeremiah 23.1-16
Psalm 46
Colossians 1.11-20
Luke 23.33-43
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