This week, the rector reflects on the Feast of Julian of Norwich, whose vision of God’s unwavering, mothering love continues to speak powerfully into troubled times. As we approach Mother’s Day, we are invited to contemplate the nurturing, wise, and fierce love of God our Mother — a love that transcends human limitation and remains constant through joy and sorrow. With tenderness and strength, Julian reminds us: “All shall be well.” May we be sustained by that divine love and share it freely in all our relationships.

This week, Mother Liz reflects on the theme of abundance in the gospel story of the risen Jesus meeting his disciples on the beach. In a moment filled with surprising grace — an overwhelming catch of fish, a simple meal, and the quiet restoration of Peter — Jesus offers sustenance, forgiveness, and purpose. As we journey through Eastertide, we are invited to receive God’s overflowing love even when we feel uncertain or unworthy, and to respond by caring for others with that same love.

Alleluia! Christ is risen! This week, Mother Liz offers thanks to all who helped make our Holy Week and Easter observances and celebrations beautiful and full of meaning: from the lay preachers in the first part of the week to the many acolytes, flower arrangers, food bringers, singers, etc., etc. And thank you to all who joined us — in person, online or in spirit — to make this Holy Week and Easter particularly special. The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!