The Amplified Word Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:46:42 -0400 https://theamplifiedword.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 The Amplified Word yes 74089375-7006-5f5f-9566-497c91d506ac Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH https://storage.buzzsprout.com/c24xky1jn8b7k149xpnz8p7ig32n?.jpg The Amplified Word Trinity Sunday Trinity Sunday Hosea 11:1-4 | Psalm 131:5-6; 132:1-3 | 2 Peter 1:16-18 | Matthew 28:16-20

This Week is our Final Episode of the Amplified Word. We are looking at Trinity Sunday, the celebration of the Triune God. 

  • What names for the Trinity speak to you?
  • How do we use names for God to help us understand the mystery of God?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Hosea 11:1-4 | Psalm 131:5-6; 132:1-3 | 2 Peter 1:16-18 | Matthew 28:16-20

This Week is our Final Episode of the Amplified Word. We are looking at Trinity Sunday, the celebration of the Triune God. 

  • What names for the Trinity speak to you?
  • How do we use names for God to help us understand the mystery of God?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12960977 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1847 5 18 full false Pentecost Sunday Pentecost Sunday Acts 2:1-18 | Psalm 104:1-4, 10-15, 27-30 | Romans 8:14-27 | John 14:8-17

In this week's episode we are talking about the Feast of Pentecost! The celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, and the commissioning to go forth and preach the Gospel in all lands and to all peoples. 

  • How are you listening to the Holy Spirit in your life?
  • What does Evangelism mean to you?
  • When we feel the call to serve God and others, how do we respond?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Acts 2:1-18 | Psalm 104:1-4, 10-15, 27-30 | Romans 8:14-27 | John 14:8-17

In this week's episode we are talking about the Feast of Pentecost! The celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, and the commissioning to go forth and preach the Gospel in all lands and to all peoples. 

  • How are you listening to the Holy Spirit in your life?
  • What does Evangelism mean to you?
  • When we feel the call to serve God and others, how do we respond?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12960483 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1759 5 16 full false The Feast of the Ascension The Feast of the Ascension Acts 1:1-11 | Psalm 24 | Revelation 3:20-22 | Luke 24:46-53

This week's episode is about the Feast of the Ascension, Jesus Ascending into Heaven. 

  • What do we do in the liminal spaces "between" times?
  • How do we allow ourselves to be guided in these liminal spaces, or spaces of transition?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Acts 1:1-11 | Psalm 24 | Revelation 3:20-22 | Luke 24:46-53

This week's episode is about the Feast of the Ascension, Jesus Ascending into Heaven. 

  • What do we do in the liminal spaces "between" times?
  • How do we allow ourselves to be guided in these liminal spaces, or spaces of transition?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12867880 Wed, 17 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1699 5 14 full false The Sixth Sunday of Easter The Sixth Sunday of Easter Sirach 14:20-27 | Psalm 19:7-10 | Philippians 3:7-11 | Matthew 27:45-54

In this week's episode we are talking about Wisdom, Sophia, which is often personified and given beautiful imagery for us to understand. The Holy Spirit, often connected to Wisdom, works in our life, and brings forth all that is Good.

  • What imagery for Wisdom speaks to you?
  • How do we participate in Wisdom transforming the world?
  • When we are touched by the power of Wisdom, how do we share that with others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website.

]]> Sirach 14:20-27 | Psalm 19:7-10 | Philippians 3:7-11 | Matthew 27:45-54

In this week's episode we are talking about Wisdom, Sophia, which is often personified and given beautiful imagery for us to understand. The Holy Spirit, often connected to Wisdom, works in our life, and brings forth all that is Good.

  • What imagery for Wisdom speaks to you?
  • How do we participate in Wisdom transforming the world?
  • When we are touched by the power of Wisdom, how do we share that with others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website.

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12822943 Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1525 5 12 full false Readings: The Sixth Sunday of Easter Readings: The Sixth Sunday of Easter Sirach 14:20-27 | Psalm 19:7-10 | Philippians 3:7-11 | Matthew 27:45-54

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]]> Sirach 14:20-27 | Psalm 19:7-10 | Philippians 3:7-11 | Matthew 27:45-54

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12822930 Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 327 5 11 bonus false The Fifth Sunday of Easter The Fifth Sunday of Easter Wisdom 6:12-19 | Psalm 63:1-8 | 1 Peter 1:3-9 | John 11:17-27

In this week's episode we are talking about the testimony of Women. In particular the powerful testimony, however simple, of Martha in Bethany after the death of Lazarus. 

  • What voices are we missing when we tell the story of Jesus? Have we captured and spent time with all of the witnesses?
  • What is our own testimony?
  • What do we know to be true about Jesus, and how do we share that Good News with others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Wisdom 6:12-19 | Psalm 63:1-8 | 1 Peter 1:3-9 | John 11:17-27

In this week's episode we are talking about the testimony of Women. In particular the powerful testimony, however simple, of Martha in Bethany after the death of Lazarus. 

  • What voices are we missing when we tell the story of Jesus? Have we captured and spent time with all of the witnesses?
  • What is our own testimony?
  • What do we know to be true about Jesus, and how do we share that Good News with others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12784351 Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1443 5 10 full false Readings: The Fifth Sunday of Easter Readings: The Fifth Sunday of Easter Wisdom 6:12-19 |Psalm 63:1-8 | 1 Peter 1:3-9 | John 11:17-27

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]]> Wisdom 6:12-19 |Psalm 63:1-8 | 1 Peter 1:3-9 | John 11:17-27

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12784330 Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 366 5 9 bonus false The Fourth Sunday of Easter The Fourth Sunday of Easter Sirach 15:1-6 | Psalm 119:97-103 | Romans 6:5-11 | Matthew 22:23-33

This week we are looking at what Resurrection looks like and how we can imagine it while existing in this world. 

  • What are good questions? How can we ask good questions that invite us into deeper understanding of God, Resurrection, and one another?
  • Do our questions have the best intentions? Are our questions grounded in experience and reality, as well as compassion?
  • How do we work to uncover the experience of others, and lift up the voices of the marginalized with Wisdom?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Sirach 15:1-6 | Psalm 119:97-103 | Romans 6:5-11 | Matthew 22:23-33

This week we are looking at what Resurrection looks like and how we can imagine it while existing in this world. 

  • What are good questions? How can we ask good questions that invite us into deeper understanding of God, Resurrection, and one another?
  • Do our questions have the best intentions? Are our questions grounded in experience and reality, as well as compassion?
  • How do we work to uncover the experience of others, and lift up the voices of the marginalized with Wisdom?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12735509 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1281 5 8 full false The Third Sunday of Easter The Third Sunday of Easter Sirach 4:11-16 | Psalm 34:1-14 | Hebrews 5:7-14 | John 5:25-29

In this week's episode we take a look at what exactly resurrection means? 

  • How do we imagine the resurrection of the body, which we profess and which Jesus teaches of in the Gospel lesson? 
  • How do space and time, and theoretical physics help us to open our mind about the resurrection?
  • What does judgment of right and wrong in the new world have to do with a womanist lectionary?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Sirach 4:11-16 | Psalm 34:1-14 | Hebrews 5:7-14 | John 5:25-29

In this week's episode we take a look at what exactly resurrection means? 

  • How do we imagine the resurrection of the body, which we profess and which Jesus teaches of in the Gospel lesson? 
  • How do space and time, and theoretical physics help us to open our mind about the resurrection?
  • What does judgment of right and wrong in the new world have to do with a womanist lectionary?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12690976 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0400 1553 5 6 full false The Second Sunday of Easter The Second Sunday of Easter Sirach 1:14-20 | Psalm 111 | 1 John 5:1-6 | John 20:19-31

This week's episode takes a look at the slow work of believing in the Resurrection. 

  • What does it mean to believe what we do not understand?
  • How do we live in resurrection for 50 days?

To learn more about The Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Sirach 1:14-20 | Psalm 111 | 1 John 5:1-6 | John 20:19-31

This week's episode takes a look at the slow work of believing in the Resurrection. 

  • What does it mean to believe what we do not understand?
  • How do we live in resurrection for 50 days?

To learn more about The Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12644710 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1427 5 4 full false Readings: The Second Sunday in Easter Readings: The Second Sunday in Easter Sirach 1:14-20 | Psalm 111 | 1 John 5:1-6 | John 20:19-31

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]]> Sirach 1:14-20 | Psalm 111 | 1 John 5:1-6 | John 20:19-31

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12644669 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 337 5 3 bonus false The Sunday of Resurrection: Easter Sunday The Sunday of Resurrection: Easter Sunday Isaiah 49:1-13 | Psalm 18:2-11, 16-19 | Hebrews 11:1-2, 23-24, 28-39 | John 20:1-18

Alleluia! Christ is Risen! The Lord is Risen, indeed! Alleluia! It's Easter, and in this week's episode we are talking about Resurrection and sharing the story of God's promise of new life with the world.

  • Where can you see Resurrection in the world around you? How do you carry Resurrection with you during times of challenge or difficulty?
  • Who is proclaiming the Good News of Resurrection to us in Scripture, and in our life?
  • How can we be like Mary Magdalene and the other women at the Resurrection who carry the message of Jesus Christ's Resurrection to others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 49:1-13 | Psalm 18:2-11, 16-19 | Hebrews 11:1-2, 23-24, 28-39 | John 20:1-18

Alleluia! Christ is Risen! The Lord is Risen, indeed! Alleluia! It's Easter, and in this week's episode we are talking about Resurrection and sharing the story of God's promise of new life with the world.

  • Where can you see Resurrection in the world around you? How do you carry Resurrection with you during times of challenge or difficulty?
  • Who is proclaiming the Good News of Resurrection to us in Scripture, and in our life?
  • How can we be like Mary Magdalene and the other women at the Resurrection who carry the message of Jesus Christ's Resurrection to others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Buzzsprout-12602296 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400 2195 4 2 full false Good Friday Good Friday Judges 11:29-40 | Psalm 22 | Hebrews 12:1-4 | Luke 22:14-23:56

It's Holy Week! We have 2 special episodes taking a look at the lessons for the liturgies of the highest days in the Church.

In this episode we are talking about Good Friday, which commemorates the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.

  • What does it mean that God is dead?
  • How can we make sense of some of the pain and suffering around us, without minimizing it?
  • How do we tell the stories of those who suffer?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Judges 11:29-40 | Psalm 22 | Hebrews 12:1-4 | Luke 22:14-23:56

It's Holy Week! We have 2 special episodes taking a look at the lessons for the liturgies of the highest days in the Church.

In this episode we are talking about Good Friday, which commemorates the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.

  • What does it mean that God is dead?
  • How can we make sense of some of the pain and suffering around us, without minimizing it?
  • How do we tell the stories of those who suffer?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12550945 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 881 3 18 full false Readings: Good Friday Readings: Good Friday Judges 11:29-40 | Psalm 22 | Hebrews 12:1-4 | Luke 22:14-23:56

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]]> Judges 11:29-40 | Psalm 22 | Hebrews 12:1-4 | Luke 22:14-23:56

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12550936 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 1557 3 17 bonus false Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday Exodus 15:11-21 | Psalm 136:1-16 | Hebrews 11:23-28 | Matthew 26:17-56

It's Holy Week! We have 2 special episodes taking a look at the lessons for the liturgies of the highest days in the Church.

In this episode we are talking about Maundy Thursday, which commemorates the Last Supper, the institution of the Eucharist and the Washing of the Feet by Jesus. 

  • What does God's faithful love mean to you?
  • What is forgiveness? How do we receive forgiveness from those whom we have wronged? How do we offer true forgiveness to those who have wronged us?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Exodus 15:11-21 | Psalm 136:1-16 | Hebrews 11:23-28 | Matthew 26:17-56

It's Holy Week! We have 2 special episodes taking a look at the lessons for the liturgies of the highest days in the Church.

In this episode we are talking about Maundy Thursday, which commemorates the Last Supper, the institution of the Eucharist and the Washing of the Feet by Jesus. 

  • What does God's faithful love mean to you?
  • What is forgiveness? How do we receive forgiveness from those whom we have wronged? How do we offer true forgiveness to those who have wronged us?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12550312 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 997 3 16 full false Readings: Maundy Thursday Readings: Maundy Thursday Exodus 15:11-21 | Psalm 136:1-16 | Hebrews 11:23-28 | Matthew 26:17-56

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]]> Exodus 15:11-21 | Psalm 136:1-16 | Hebrews 11:23-28 | Matthew 26:17-56

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12550290 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 835 3 15 bonus false Palm Sunday of our Lord's Passion Palm Sunday of our Lord's Passion Isaiah 49:5-16 | Psalm 22:1-11 | Galatians 3:23-4:7 | Mark 14:32-15:47

In this week's episode we are looking at Palm Sunday. This is the first day in Holy Week, which culminates with the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. 

  • How are we accomapying those who are suffering, as the women accompany Jesus on the Way of the Cross?
  • What is the power of calling out to God in our suffering? Where do we see it today?

On behalf of all of us at Christ Episcopal Church we wish you a Blessed Holy Week.

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, click here.

]]> Isaiah 49:5-16 | Psalm 22:1-11 | Galatians 3:23-4:7 | Mark 14:32-15:47

In this week's episode we are looking at Palm Sunday. This is the first day in Holy Week, which culminates with the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. 

  • How are we accomapying those who are suffering, as the women accompany Jesus on the Way of the Cross?
  • What is the power of calling out to God in our suffering? Where do we see it today?

On behalf of all of us at Christ Episcopal Church we wish you a Blessed Holy Week.

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, click here.

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12542278 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0400 2001 3 14 full false Readings: Palm Sunday of our Lord's Passion Readings: Palm Sunday of our Lord's Passion Isaiah 49:5-16 |  Psalm 22:1-11 | Galatians 3:23-4:7 | Mark 14:32-15:47

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]]> Isaiah 49:5-16 |  Psalm 22:1-11 | Galatians 3:23-4:7 | Mark 14:32-15:47

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]]> Buzzsprout-12542253 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0400 925 3 13 bonus false The Fifth Sunday in Lent The Fifth Sunday in Lent Isaiah 40:9-11 | Psalm 68:4-11 | Romans 16:1-16 | Matthew 26:6-13

In this week's episode we talk about the archetypes of women both in Scripture and in our world. 

  • What happens if we don't look past the archetype of women? Which stories do we miss out on?
  • What can we learn from the emphasis that Jesus places on the silent work the Woman at Bethany does? 
  • Who is called to serve Christ? Who is called to serve others? 
  • How are we emphasizing the stories of others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 40:9-11 | Psalm 68:4-11 | Romans 16:1-16 | Matthew 26:6-13

In this week's episode we talk about the archetypes of women both in Scripture and in our world. 

  • What happens if we don't look past the archetype of women? Which stories do we miss out on?
  • What can we learn from the emphasis that Jesus places on the silent work the Woman at Bethany does? 
  • Who is called to serve Christ? Who is called to serve others? 
  • How are we emphasizing the stories of others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Buzzsprout-12501876 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1674 3 12 full false Readings: The Fifth Sunday in Lent Readings: The Fifth Sunday in Lent Isaiah 40:9-11 | Psalm 68:4-11 | Romans 16:1-16 | Matthew 26:6-13

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]]> Isaiah 40:9-11 | Psalm 68:4-11 | Romans 16:1-16 | Matthew 26:6-13

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]]> Buzzsprout-12501856 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 391 3 11 bonus false The Fourth Sunday in Lent The Fourth Sunday in Lent Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

In today's episode, we are talking about relationships of respect and honoring God in each person. 

  • What can we do to honor God in one another when challenged by disagreement, hurt, or confusion?
  • What does a community look like when we recognize the value of each person, simply for who they are (not for what they can do for us) and when we seek to protect and nurture others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

In today's episode, we are talking about relationships of respect and honoring God in each person. 

  • What can we do to honor God in one another when challenged by disagreement, hurt, or confusion?
  • What does a community look like when we recognize the value of each person, simply for who they are (not for what they can do for us) and when we seek to protect and nurture others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12460387 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1616 3 10 full false Readings: The Fourth Sunday in Lent Readings: The Fourth Sunday in Lent Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

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]]> Genesis 31:25-27, 43-50 | Psalm 144:3-4, 12-15 | 1 John 4:13-21 | Matthew 12:46-50

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12460289 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 340 3 9 bonus false The Third Sunday in Lent The Third Sunday in Lent
In today's episode we look at the power and role of prayer. We are looking at the work of justice, the transformation of the world in the name of life for all, not only preventing murder. In particular highlighting the epistle of James and the Gospel of Matthew, and our responsibility within community.

  • How are we closer to living in community with one another, using prayer and action to transform the world?
  • What is a good confession? How can we participate in what the Christ is doing in this world?
  • Thou shall not murder; are we creating a more just world where everyone can live well, are we tearing down oppressive systems, are we striving to lift up those who are killed in our world

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our  website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

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In today's episode we look at the power and role of prayer. We are looking at the work of justice, the transformation of the world in the name of life for all, not only preventing murder. In particular highlighting the epistle of James and the Gospel of Matthew, and our responsibility within community.

  • How are we closer to living in community with one another, using prayer and action to transform the world?
  • What is a good confession? How can we participate in what the Christ is doing in this world?
  • Thou shall not murder; are we creating a more just world where everyone can live well, are we tearing down oppressive systems, are we striving to lift up those who are killed in our world

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our  website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12429569 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1647 3 8 full false Readings: The Third Sunday in Lent Readings: The Third Sunday in Lent Numbers 5:5-10 | Psalm 32:1-7 | James 5:13-18 | Matthew 5:21-26

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]]> Numbers 5:5-10 | Psalm 32:1-7 | James 5:13-18 | Matthew 5:21-26

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12408491 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0500 283 3 7 bonus false The Second Sunday in Lent The Second Sunday in Lent 1 Kings 17:8-16 | 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

In today's episdoe we examine privilege, and the impact that being in a position of privilege and having privilege in certain contexts can have on our faith life. 

  • What does it mean to use our privilege in service of others, and in service of the Church?
  • Can someone with some part of privilege also suffer? Where do we see that in the Gospels?
  • What does it mean that God loves the poor, and stands with the marginalized?

To learn more about the Woman's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> 1 Kings 17:8-16 | 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

In today's episdoe we examine privilege, and the impact that being in a position of privilege and having privilege in certain contexts can have on our faith life. 

  • What does it mean to use our privilege in service of others, and in service of the Church?
  • Can someone with some part of privilege also suffer? Where do we see that in the Gospels?
  • What does it mean that God loves the poor, and stands with the marginalized?

To learn more about the Woman's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Dr. Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12347440 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1695 3 6 full false Readings: The Second Sunday in Lent Readings: The Second Sunday in Lent 1 Kings 17:8-16 | Psalm 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

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]]> 1 Kings 17:8-16 | Psalm 111:2-10 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 | Matthew 14: 13-21

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12347415 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 462 3 5 bonus false Readings: The First Sunday in Lent Readings: The First Sunday in Lent Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

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]]> Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12347379 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1703 3 3 bonus false The First Sunday in Lent The First Sunday in Lent Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

Content Warning: This episode includes some discussion about sexual violence. We encourage you to think through how you can care for yourselves when things are both important to know and difficult to listen to. And, as always, practice safe and healthy listening.

Today's episode takes a look at the readings for the start of Lent, in particular the power dynamics at play in the stories told, and how gender can play a role in the way we understand sin in our world today.

  • Which stories are left untold or told only in part? How does knowing the full story change your understanding of things?
  • Are we able to see the brokenness of systems around us, even ones we benefit from? Do we have the courage to dismantle them in order to lift up the voice and experience of others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17, 3:1-7 | Psalm 51 | Revelation 22:1-5, 16-17 | Matthew 3:1-6

Content Warning: This episode includes some discussion about sexual violence. We encourage you to think through how you can care for yourselves when things are both important to know and difficult to listen to. And, as always, practice safe and healthy listening.

Today's episode takes a look at the readings for the start of Lent, in particular the power dynamics at play in the stories told, and how gender can play a role in the way we understand sin in our world today.

  • Which stories are left untold or told only in part? How does knowing the full story change your understanding of things?
  • Are we able to see the brokenness of systems around us, even ones we benefit from? Do we have the courage to dismantle them in order to lift up the voice and experience of others?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12312880 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1703 3 4 full false Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

In today's episode we are talking about the Season of Lent. Lent is the 40 (ish) days of preparation before the Holiest of days, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday. The lessons for Ash Wednesday, the prayers, and the general tone of the service remind us of our mortality, of the death in this world, and of the need for God's persistent mercy and compassion. 

  • How are we turning towards God? 
  • What can we do this Lent to be remade, to be refashioned, and to deepen our relationship with God?
  • What are our prayers, which we make in the depths of our heart, for ourselves, our community, and our world this season?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

In today's episode we are talking about the Season of Lent. Lent is the 40 (ish) days of preparation before the Holiest of days, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday. The lessons for Ash Wednesday, the prayers, and the general tone of the service remind us of our mortality, of the death in this world, and of the need for God's persistent mercy and compassion. 

  • How are we turning towards God? 
  • What can we do this Lent to be remade, to be refashioned, and to deepen our relationship with God?
  • What are our prayers, which we make in the depths of our heart, for ourselves, our community, and our world this season?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12304955 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1567 full false Readings: Ash Wednesday Readings: Ash Wednesday Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

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]]> Joel 2:1, 12-17, 21-22 | Psalm 90:1-10, 12 | 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 | Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12304913 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500 448 3 1 bonus false The Last Sunday after Epiphany (The Feast of the Transfiguration) The Last Sunday after Epiphany (The Feast of the Transfiguration) Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 | Psalm 77:13-20 | Romans 12:1-13 | Matthew 17:1-9

In today's episode we are talking about the Feast of the Transfiguration. Jesus is made dazzling white while Moses and Elijah appear with Him, and God speaks to say that this is God's Son "with whom I am well-pleased."

  • How are we being called to be tranformed or transfigured? 
  • When we come down the mountain after such a beautiful revelation, how are be called to go to work?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 | Psalm 77:13-20 | Romans 12:1-13 | Matthew 17:1-9

In today's episode we are talking about the Feast of the Transfiguration. Jesus is made dazzling white while Moses and Elijah appear with Him, and God speaks to say that this is God's Son "with whom I am well-pleased."

  • How are we being called to be tranformed or transfigured? 
  • When we come down the mountain after such a beautiful revelation, how are be called to go to work?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and the yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit our website at daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12259545 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1370 2 16 full false The Sixth Sunday after Epiphany The Sixth Sunday after Epiphany Isaiah 62:1-7, 12 | Psalm 146 | Revelation 12:1-6, 13-17 | Matthew 11:7-19

In today's episode we are talking about our own challenges with accepting the messengers and prophets that God sends us. In particular we are taking a look at Absalom Jones, and how his story is similar to the Gospel passage for this Sunday.

  • How are our societal expectations challenged by how a prophet or messenger appear in our world? 
  • What can we do to receive the Gospel when are distracted by how or who is delivering the message?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit
daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 62:1-7, 12 | Psalm 146 | Revelation 12:1-6, 13-17 | Matthew 11:7-19

In today's episode we are talking about our own challenges with accepting the messengers and prophets that God sends us. In particular we are taking a look at Absalom Jones, and how his story is similar to the Gospel passage for this Sunday.

  • How are our societal expectations challenged by how a prophet or messenger appear in our world? 
  • What can we do to receive the Gospel when are distracted by how or who is delivering the message?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit
daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12212730 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1542 2 14 full false The Feast of the Presentation The Feast of the Presentation This special 10th Episode of the Amplified Word takes a look at the lessons for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. The Feast of the Presentation is traditionally celebrated on February 2nd, and in the Orthodox Church marks the end of Christmastide. It is also referred to as Candlemas in some cultures.

Leviticus 12:1-8 | Psalm 48:1-3, 9-14 | 1 John 5:1-5 | Luke 2:22-38


]]> This special 10th Episode of the Amplified Word takes a look at the lessons for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. The Feast of the Presentation is traditionally celebrated on February 2nd, and in the Orthodox Church marks the end of Christmastide. It is also referred to as Candlemas in some cultures.

Leviticus 12:1-8 | Psalm 48:1-3, 9-14 | 1 John 5:1-5 | Luke 2:22-38


]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12163245 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1671 2 12 full false The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany 2 Kings 5:1-4, 9-14 | 30 | Acts 16:16-24 | Matthew 9:18-26

In today's episode we talk about Womanist Theology. which is born out of the particular history and experience of Black Women in the United States. 

  • Where do we see oppression in the Scriptures? What voices are overlooked or ignored?
  • What can each of us do to sit in the uncomfortable space of listening to someone's pain as people of privilege? What can we do to Become Beloved Community?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> 2 Kings 5:1-4, 9-14 | 30 | Acts 16:16-24 | Matthew 9:18-26

In today's episode we talk about Womanist Theology. which is born out of the particular history and experience of Black Women in the United States. 

  • Where do we see oppression in the Scriptures? What voices are overlooked or ignored?
  • What can each of us do to sit in the uncomfortable space of listening to someone's pain as people of privilege? What can we do to Become Beloved Community?

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12163228 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1668 2 10 full false Readings: The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany Readings: The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany 2 Kings 5:1-4, 9-14 | Psalm 30 | Acts 16:16-24 | Matthew 9:18-26

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]]> 2 Kings 5:1-4, 9-14 | Psalm 30 | Acts 16:16-24 | Matthew 9:18-26

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12163209 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 472 2 9 bonus false The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Isaiah 42:1-5, 10-16 | Psalm 107:1-9, 19-22 | James 1:17-21 | Matthew 8:14-22

In this episode we are talking about who God is and how that can be broadened by the language we use to talk about and to God. 

  • How do we know God as we do now?
  • How do we speak about God? What are some other names that we can imagine? Why do they matter?
  • As we expand our language for God, how do the perspectives in our community help to lift up other names for God?
]]> Isaiah 42:1-5, 10-16 | Psalm 107:1-9, 19-22 | James 1:17-21 | Matthew 8:14-22

In this episode we are talking about who God is and how that can be broadened by the language we use to talk about and to God. 

  • How do we know God as we do now?
  • How do we speak about God? What are some other names that we can imagine? Why do they matter?
  • As we expand our language for God, how do the perspectives in our community help to lift up other names for God?
]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12125294 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1482 2 8 full false Readings: The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Readings: The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Isaiah 42:1-5, 10-16 | Psalm 107:1-9, 19-22 | James 1:17-21 | Matthew 8:14-22

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]]> Isaiah 42:1-5, 10-16 | Psalm 107:1-9, 19-22 | James 1:17-21 | Matthew 8:14-22

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12125279 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 486 2 7 bonus false Readings: The Third Sunday after Epiphany Readings: The Third Sunday after Epiphany Tobit 13:11-17 | 22:23-31 | 1 Timothy 3:14-16 | Matthew 4:18-25

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]]> Tobit 13:11-17 | 22:23-31 | 1 Timothy 3:14-16 | Matthew 4:18-25

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12123851 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500 391 2 5 bonus false The Third Sunday after Epiphany The Third Sunday after Epiphany Tobit 13:11-17 | Psalm 22:23-31 | 1 Timothy 3:14-16 | Matthew 4:18-25

In today's episode we talk about the power of names. 

  • Each of us is called by God, by our own name, to the life of discipleship.
  • Throughout Scripture we read many names, but who isn't named? And, what can that teach us about our own world where many go unnamed?
  • What is the power of being named and of naming others?


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Tobit 13:11-17 | Psalm 22:23-31 | 1 Timothy 3:14-16 | Matthew 4:18-25

In today's episode we talk about the power of names. 

  • Each of us is called by God, by our own name, to the life of discipleship.
  • Throughout Scripture we read many names, but who isn't named? And, what can that teach us about our own world where many go unnamed?
  • What is the power of being named and of naming others?


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12069130 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1555 2 6 full false The Baptism of our Lord The Baptism of our Lord Isaiah 2:1-5 | Psalm 57 | 2 Peter 1:16-21 | Matthew 3:1-17

In today's episode we talk about the Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, and of our own participation in the work for justice and peace.

  • What does it mean to be baptized? What must we do to live into our Baptismal promises throughout our life?
  • To whom does the work of peace belong? How are we called to bring about the reign of peace described in Isaiah?


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 2:1-5 | Psalm 57 | 2 Peter 1:16-21 | Matthew 3:1-17

In today's episode we talk about the Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, and of our own participation in the work for justice and peace.

  • What does it mean to be baptized? What must we do to live into our Baptismal promises throughout our life?
  • To whom does the work of peace belong? How are we called to bring about the reign of peace described in Isaiah?


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12022146 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1439 2 4 full false Readings: The Baptism of our Lord Readings: The Baptism of our Lord Isaiah 2:1-5 | Psalm 57 | 2 Peter 1:16-21 | Matthew 3:1-17

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]]> Isaiah 2:1-5 | Psalm 57 | 2 Peter 1:16-21 | Matthew 3:1-17

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-12022142 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500 433 2 3 bonus false The Feast of Epiphany The Feast of Epiphany Isaiah 60:1-6 | Psalm 67 | 2 Timothy 1:5-10 | Matthew 2:1-12

In this week's episode we talk about the season of Epiphany. 

  • What is Epiphany Sunday, and how does it set up the season of Epiphany?
  • Who does God reveal Godself to, and what can we learn from the epiphanies of the marginalized

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 60:1-6 | Psalm 67 | 2 Timothy 1:5-10 | Matthew 2:1-12

In this week's episode we talk about the season of Epiphany. 

  • What is Epiphany Sunday, and how does it set up the season of Epiphany?
  • Who does God reveal Godself to, and what can we learn from the epiphanies of the marginalized

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11975392 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1562 1 2 full false Readings: The Feast of Epiphany Readings: The Feast of Epiphany Isaiah 60:1-6 | Psalm 67 | 2 Timothy 1:5-10 | Matthew 2:1-12

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]]> Isaiah 60:1-6 | Psalm 67 | 2 Timothy 1:5-10 | Matthew 2:1-12

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11975362 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500 405 2 1 bonus true Readings: The Fourth Sunday of Advent Readings: The Fourth Sunday of Advent Susanna 31-44 | 34:1-9 | Titus 3:4-7 | Matthew 1:18-25

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]]> Susanna 31-44 | 34:1-9 | Titus 3:4-7 | Matthew 1:18-25

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11817377 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0500 356 1 7 bonus false The Fourth Sunday of Advent The Fourth Sunday of Advent Susanna 31-44 | Psalm 34:1-9 | Titus 3:4-7 | Matthew 1:18-25

In this week's episode we talk about bold acts of faith. And the questions of how to support others who find themselves in the difficult place of making hard decisions. 

  • Susanna, how does this woman respond when men abuse their authority after she refuses them?
  • Matthew 1, what is at stake for Mary, and how much does Joseph's response impact her future?
  • What about the risks faced by pregnant women today? (CW: today's episode includes discussion about pregnancy loss, maternal risk, and death)

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Susanna 31-44 | Psalm 34:1-9 | Titus 3:4-7 | Matthew 1:18-25

In this week's episode we talk about bold acts of faith. And the questions of how to support others who find themselves in the difficult place of making hard decisions. 

  • Susanna, how does this woman respond when men abuse their authority after she refuses them?
  • Matthew 1, what is at stake for Mary, and how much does Joseph's response impact her future?
  • What about the risks faced by pregnant women today? (CW: today's episode includes discussion about pregnancy loss, maternal risk, and death)

To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11817190 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0500 1318 1 8 full false Readings: The Third Sunday of Advent Readings: The Third Sunday of Advent Ruth 4:11-17 | Psalm 78:1-8 | Galatians 4:1-7 | Matthew 1:1-16

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]]> Ruth 4:11-17 | Psalm 78:1-8 | Galatians 4:1-7 | Matthew 1:1-16

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11817366 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0500 488 1 5 bonus false The Third Sunday of Advent The Third Sunday of Advent Ruth 4:11-17 | Psalm 78:1-8 | Galatians 4:1-7 | Matthew 1:1-16

In this week's episode we talk about the unheard stories and unknown names in God's story and the story of God's people.  

  • Generations of women who have trusted in God's plan and played a crucial role in the story we tell today.
  • Gospel of Matthew: A new compilation of the genealogy of Jesus, which outlines the lineage of Jesus through the names of women.


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit http://daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Ruth 4:11-17 | Psalm 78:1-8 | Galatians 4:1-7 | Matthew 1:1-16

In this week's episode we talk about the unheard stories and unknown names in God's story and the story of God's people.  

  • Generations of women who have trusted in God's plan and played a crucial role in the story we tell today.
  • Gospel of Matthew: A new compilation of the genealogy of Jesus, which outlines the lineage of Jesus through the names of women.


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit http://daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11752800 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0500 1680 1 6 full false The Second Sunday of Advent The Second Sunday of Advent Isaiah 54:1-8 | Psalm 113 | Hebrews 11:8-13 | Luke 1:5-17, 24-25

In this week's episode we talk about the role women play in the salvation of God's people. And what the diverse experiences of women can tell us about God's love for God's people.

  • Luke 1, Elizabeth and Zechariah, people of great faith who will participate in a particular and unique way in the story of Jesus


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit http://daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Isaiah 54:1-8 | Psalm 113 | Hebrews 11:8-13 | Luke 1:5-17, 24-25

In this week's episode we talk about the role women play in the salvation of God's people. And what the diverse experiences of women can tell us about God's love for God's people.

  • Luke 1, Elizabeth and Zechariah, people of great faith who will participate in a particular and unique way in the story of Jesus


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming Women of the Word, visit http://daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11788380 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500 1698 1 4 full false Readings: The Second Sunday of Advent Readings: The Second Sunday of Advent Isaiah 54:1-8 | Psalm 113 | Hebrews 11:8-13 | Luke 1:5-17, 24-25

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]]> Isaiah 54:1-8 | Psalm 113 | Hebrews 11:8-13 | Luke 1:5-17, 24-25

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11751088 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500 422 1 3 bonus false Readings: The First Sunday of Advent Readings: The First Sunday of Advent Genesis 1:1-5 | Psalm 8 | Romans 8:18-25 | Matthew 24:32-44

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]]> Genesis 1:1-5 | Psalm 8 | Romans 8:18-25 | Matthew 24:32-44

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]]> Christ Episcopal Church, Dayton, OH Buzzsprout-11737366 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500 373 1 1 bonus false The First Sunday of Advent The First Sunday of Advent Genesis 1:1-5 | Psalm 8 | Romans 8:18-25 | Matthew 24:32-44

This week's episode discusses how we talk about God. In particular, we take a look at the use of gendered language to describe and name the Divine.

  • What language do we use when we pray?
  • Dr. Gafney's use of pronouns in Genesis 1, telling the story of creation


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Genesis 1:1-5 | Psalm 8 | Romans 8:18-25 | Matthew 24:32-44

This week's episode discusses how we talk about God. In particular, we take a look at the use of gendered language to describe and name the Divine.

  • What language do we use when we pray?
  • Dr. Gafney's use of pronouns in Genesis 1, telling the story of creation


To learn more about the Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church by Wil Gafney, and our yearlong programming, Women of the Word, visit daytonchristepiscopal.com

]]> Christ Episcopal Church Buzzsprout-11736897 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500 1505 1 2 full false