salvaged faith
tr.v. sal-vaged 1) to save from loss or destruction; 2) to save discarded or damaged material for future use. Welcome to the blog of Katie Z. Dawson – United Methodist pastor and Coordinator for Imagine No Malaria in Iowa
Tag Archives: Mark
Ships, Horses and Tongues
Jesus and the disciples were traveling along the road when he asked them a question: Who do you say that I am? We heard how Peter spoke out, “You are … Continue reading
Do Not Conform
Weekends in the fall seem to be a portrait of contrast in my life. I experience in those two short days each weekend my best moments and my worst ones. … Continue reading
Strength for the Weary
This morning, I have 13 reasons why I am a little bit tired and weary. First of all, it is only 6:15 in the morning Hawaii time. It took me … Continue reading
Come Out the Wilderness
As we started this journey of Lent yesterday with Matthew, we entered the place of wilderness and watched as Jesus wrestled verbally with the devil. It was a rich dialogue … Continue reading
Hewbrews Part 1: Disposable People
The strange and frustrating thing about the lectionary – the three year cycle of readings that is used in many churches in the world – including ours… the strange and … Continue reading
Can you be Christian outside the church?
Can you be a Christian outside of the church? Depending on how you hear that question, two different things might be arising to your mind. On one hand, Can someone … Continue reading
What if we put the church last?
Last summer, when we went on vacation with my husband’s side of the family we all were packed into two different vehicles on the way home. My neice and nephew … Continue reading
Wisdom of the Cross
Why do you follow Jesus? And how far are you willing to go? This past week, I got to spend some time with one of the greatest theologians of the … Continue reading
Dance Like No One is Watching
Perhaps you have heard the story of the church on the corner of Main and Broad streets. It was stately and magnificent in structure and style. Much love and caring … Continue reading
Afraid of the Truth
This morning, I invite you to hear our gospel reading with new ears… Three women made their way to a lonely tomb just after sunrise. The sky still had that … Continue reading
