Racial Reconciliation
Preaching Advent 4: Luke 1:39-55, Canticle 15 (the Magnificat), and Hebrews 10:5-10
In this episode of Prophetic Voices, we’ll be discussing the lectionary for Advent 4 (C). The texts covered in this episode are Luke 1:39-55, Canticle 15 (the Magnificat), and Hebrews 10:5-10. Our amazing guests this week are: Prophetic Voices is hosted by the Rev. Isaiah “Shaneequa” Brokenleg, The Episcopal Church’s staff officer for Racial Reconciliation. […]
Preaching Advent 3: Luke 3:7-18, Zephaniah 3:14-20, Philippians 4:4-7, Galatians 5:22-23, Jeremiah 29:1, and 1 John 4:8, 16
In this episode of Prophetic Voices, we’ll be discussing the lectionary for Advent 3 (C). The texts covered in this episode are Luke 3:7-18, Zephaniah 3:14-20, Philippians 4:4-7, Galatians 5:22-23, Jeremiah 29:1, and 1 John 4:8, 16. Our amazing guests this week are: Prophetic Voices is hosted by the Rev. Isaiah “Shaneequa” Brokenleg, The Episcopal […]
Reflection on the Election Results
by the Rev. Shaneequa Brokenleg The Rev. Shaneequa’s reflection after the recent election is a powerful reminder of resilience, unity, and love. Amid fear and uncertainty, she draws on Lakota values and the teachings of the early church, inspiring us to face challenges with bravery, generosity, wisdom, and perseverance. May her words guide and uplift […]
Preaching Advent 2: Canticle 16 (The Song of Zechariah) and Luke 3:1-6
In this episode of Prophetic Voices, we’ll be discussing the lectionary for Advent 2 (C). The texts covered in this episode are Canticle 16 (The Song of Zechariah) and Luke 3:1-5. Our amazing guests this week are: Prophetic Voices is hosted by the Rev. Isaiah “Shaneequa” Brokenleg, The Episcopal Church’s staff officer for Racial Reconciliation. […]
A Veterans Day Reflection
By Ann Ritonia One would think the last place you would find Beloved Community is on a military installation, but you would be wrong. I had the privilege to lead worship and visit with the Episcopal community at Ramstein Air Base in Ramstein, Germany; and as we gathered for fellowship and worship, it was apparent how much […]
Creating Brave Space for Everyone in Sacred Ground
By Sue Nebel This month, Deacon Sue Nebel talks about the value of creating Sacred Ground circles where folks in leadership positions can have open, vulnerable conversations without the baggage of expectations and power dynamics: In The Episcopal Church, we have embraced Beloved Community as the framework for our work of racial healing and reconciliation. […]
Thanksgiving, Gratitude, and Becoming Beloved Community
By Heather Melton It’s November, and for those of us in the United States that means thinking about the holiday of Thanksgiving. Many of us look forward to time off, gathering with family and friends, and sharing a good meal. When I first became a mom, I wanted to make sure that Thanksgiving was more […]
Our Queen’s Story
By Roth K. Puahala As part of Indigenous People’s Month, we wanted to share this story of an Indigenous Anglican: “Our Queen’s Story.” Ke Welina me ke Aloha a me Nana i ke kumu (Greetings with much affection and encourages us to look to our ancestors, to nature, and to God for guidance, help and love.) Queen […]
Preaching Advent 1: Jeremiah 33:14-16 and Luke 21:25-36
In this episode of Prophetic Voices, we’ll be discussing the lectionary for Advent 1 (C). The texts covered in this episode are Jeremiah 33:14-16 and Luke 21:25-36. Our amazing guests this week are: Prophetic Voices is hosted by the Rev. Isaiah “Shaneequa” Brokenleg, The Episcopal Church’s staff officer for Racial Reconciliation. For more information on […]
On Sacred Ground: An Invitation to Transformation—Looking Ahead to November’s Regional Gathering
By Jenny Beaumont “Take off your sandals; you are on holy ground,” God says to Moses on the mountain. We know the story well. Imagine how Moses might have felt in that moment—confused, unsure, unprepared; yet God’s voice offers an anchor. A calling and direction. Moses is being called by and to God and to […]
