Orchard Conversations

"Epiphany 2024" offers a fresh exploration of the Epiphany season's lectionary readings, integrating these timeless stories into our contemporary lives. This series is a voyage of discovery, delving into themes of revelation and divine presence, and their relevance today. Each week, we'll uncover the profound insights of Epiphany, connecting them to our daily lives and challenges. Our aim is to cultivate personal growth and community transformation, fostering a world of greater compassion and justice. Join us on this enlightening journey, as we infuse our days with the spirit of Epiphany, guiding us with clarity and purpose.
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Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over this series, we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Anna Hammond reads the lectionary scriptures for the fourth week of Advent. 
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Lectionary Readings for Week 4 of Advent (Year B):
2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
Luke 1:46-55
Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26
Romans 16:25-27
Luke 1:26-38
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
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Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over this series we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
This week, Anna and Ben Hammond along with Benjamin Jay Thomas share insights about Luke 1:46-55, otherwise known as Mary's Magnificat, and how the subversive song from more than 2,000 years ago can inspire us today.
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Check out this bonus episode to hear the Lectionary Readings for this week. 
Lectionary Readings for Week 3 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Psalm 126
Luke 1:46-55
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
John 1:6-8, 19-28
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com

Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over the next few weeks, we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Anna Hammond reads the lectionary scriptures for the third week of Advent. 
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Lectionary Readings for Week 3 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Psalm 126
Luke 1:46-55
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
John 1:6-8, 19-28
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com

Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over this series we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
This week we take a look at Mark 1:1-8, which finds John the Baptist preparing the way for the Lord, and Lead Pastor Scott Hodge asks us to consider what new place and way of being might God be initiating us into in this Advent season.
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Check out this bonus episode to hear the Lectionary Readings for this week. 
Lectionary Readings for Week 2 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 40:1-11
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
2 Peter 3:8-15
Mark 1:1-8
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com

Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over the next few weeks, we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Anna Hammond reads the lectionary scriptures for the second week of Advent. 
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Lectionary Readings for Week 2 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 40:1-11
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
2 Peter 3:8-15
Mark 1:1-8
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com

Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over this series we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
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Check out this bonus episode to hear the Lectionary Readings for this week. 
Lectionary Readings for Week 1 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 64:1-9
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Mark 13:24-37
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com

Virgin birth, shepherds visited by angels, and apocalyptic scriptures depicting thieves in the night – how do we reconcile these traditional faith narratives with our evolving spirituality? Over the next few weeks, we will delve into these intriguing questions as we journey through the weekly lectionary readings. We invite you to be part of these very real and heartfelt conversations, exploring these themes together.
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Anna Hammond reads the lectionary scriptures for the first week of Advent. 
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Lectionary Readings for Week 1 of Advent (Year B):
Isaiah 64:1-9
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Mark 13:24-37
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To learn more about The Orchard Community visit theorchardcommunity.com
Subscribe to Orchard Conversations in your favorite podcast app or at orchardconversations.com