On this third Sunday of Advent, we find ourselves journeying with someone other than Jesus.  Instead, we’re hanging out with the camel hair-wearing, locust-eating John the Baptist. It seems that Jesus wasn’t the only one the religious leaders were willing to interrogate. Join hosts, Karin Peter and Blake Smith as they wander with John ……

Are you ready to be fully immersed in something new? Put on your seatbelts and hold on to your hats.  Today’s lectionary passage comes from Mark and he doesn’t waste any time with a beautiful birth narrative or an account of divine lineage.  It’s straight to the business of preparing the way for the one…

It may be the beginning of a season of waiting, but not here at Project Zion! Co-hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith jump right into the new Lectionary year … journeying with Jesus through the gospel narratives.  That’s right, we’re journeying with Jesus and waiting for him to be born. The important thing is that,…

“Did I do that?!” When Urkel asked that question in the TV show “Family Matters,” it was usually because he had done something wrong.  But, that is not the case when referring to Christ’s mission and the Reign of Christ. As a matter of fact, we should hope that the answer would be a resounding…

Doing nothing is an unacceptable response! What’s the worst thing that can happen if you take a risk here or there? The treasure that we have been given … the Gospel story … won’t do anyone any good if we “bury” it for safekeeping. Join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith for a look at…

In need of an “oil change?” Or, perhaps your oil is just running a little low and you need to top it off. Either way, the time is now… don’t wait!  What’s all this talk about oil, you ask? Well, join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith … along with the wise and foolish bridesmaids…

Do you have phylacteries and long tassels (fancy cars, designer clothing and accessories, etc.) that you like to show off as a symbol of your status? Though there’s nothing wrong with having those things, how you display them, and for what reason, might matter. The same is true for your life as a disciple.  Join…

Who are the “Saints” in your life?  You know, the ones that have been a positive influence in your life.  The ones that have modeled grace and generosity and unconditional love.  In this special episode of Coffee to Go, hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith talk a bit about the importance of honoring those who…

When you get to the point that you’re asking Jesus which of the commandments (laws) is the greatest, you’re either trying to trick him, or you’re looking for a loophole! If your intent is to trick, be prepared to have the tables turned on you.  If your intent is to find a loophole, well ……

Most everyone wants to belong … to a group or organization or sacred community, but not many folks will admit wanting to belong to someone.  It’s a good thing, then, that God is not just any some “one.” And, from the day of our conception, and made public in the waters of baptism, we belong…