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Read by Br. Mark Brown

Preaching is central to our full experience of the living presence and power of Christ in our worship.  Although we do offer the Eucharist at certain times when silent reflection on the readings is judged to be sufficient, a homily will usually be preached at our regular community celebrations of the Eucharist.  In preaching, Christ, who will be present to us in communion, comes first to those who are listening in “the word of God . . . living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword,” and as the one who speaks words that are spirit and life.”  The preached word is thus part of our experi­ence of the daily bread of God’s nourishment. Continue Reading »