Washing Feet: An Example of Service or Something More?

Jesus Washing Peter's Feet by Ford Madox Brown 1852-6 So, during supper, fully aware that the Father had put everything into his power and that he had come from God and was returning to God, he rose from supper and took off his outer garments. He took a towel and tied around his waist. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and dry them with the towel around his waist. - John 13:2-5 Today, in 2024 A.D., we don't give much thought to these few sentences. The impact of the activity of Jesus is lost on us because a) We wear shoes everywhere. Many of us even have "inside shoes" and "outside shoes". b) The Church's liturgy (as popularly practiced) often misses or lessens the importance of this event (pro tip: it's not simply Jesus giving and example of serving others). Contrary to what we see in the movies, the roads in the time of Jesus weren't all covered in perfectly placed cobblestones or silky, fine dust. If r

Donation Update

In February I donated PBSC's to a patient in need (read about it here). I was told that I would hear news about the outcome within 30 days but I never did hear anything. I was a little disappointed by the not knowing either way.

All of that changed yesterday. The NMDP called to tell me that the patient had recently been released from the hospital. I can't tell you what a joy that brought to my heart. Please keep up your prayers for this young man that he may be completely healed.

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