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Unbinding Words, Part 2
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
Jan Richardson reflects on Jesus' raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-45) from the perspective of being inside the tomb: Jesus calls to us as he called to Lazarus. She also offers a "Prayer of Confession."
John 11:1-45
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Calling/vocation, Jesus Christ, Lazarus Of Bethany, Tomb

On the Feast of All Saints
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 3 more types
Jan L. Richardson's artwork "A Gathering of Spirits," poetic prayer, and reflection focus our attention on All Saints Day and the ones who stand with us and provide encouragement in holy solidarity.
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Saint, Calling/vocation, Solitude, Encouragement

Baptism of Jesus: Following the Flow
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
Inspired by the baptism of Christ, this painting and exegesis by Jan L. Richardson are based on Matthew 3:13-17. Discussing the symbolism of water in the Jordan River, Richardson describes Jesus' liminal yield to his calling.
Matthew 3:13-17
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Baptism, Epiphany, Jesus Christ, Jordan River

Blessing on the Waves
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
This painting and commentary by Jan L. Richardson are based on Matthew 14:22-23. Asserting that faith is a "strength" that "comes as we open ourselves to it," Richardson discusses how Christ calls us into new opportunities.
Matthew 14:22-33
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Blessing, Faith, Strength, Discernment

A Calendar of Kings
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
This artwork (Adoration of the Magi) and commentary by Jan L. Richardson are based on Matthew 2:1-12. Richardson describes the light that called the Magi to journey to Christ and the gifts offered to him.
Matthew 2:1-12
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Epiphany, Magi, Star Of The Wise Men, Frankincense

Blessing of Elijah
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 is the moment Elijah is taken up to heaven and Elisha takes over. These moments are replicated on smaller scales in our daily lives as we pass from one leader to another.
2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
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Blessing, Ministry, Offering, Calling/vocation

Blessing at the Burning Bush
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
Jan Richardson writes a blessing based on the story of Moses at the Burning Bush in Exodus 3:1-15. Where do we meet with God, and how do we carry God's presence with us?
Exodus 3:1-15
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Blessing, Moses, God's Presence, Calling/vocation

While It Was Still Dark
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Artwork, Poetry
This resource offers Jan Richardson's two poems and a painting for Easter Sunday. It reminds us of the transformative power of the resurrection and how it fills us with knowledge and a sense of purpose.
Luke 24:1-12; John 20:1-18
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Easter, Hope, Calling/vocation, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ

Blessing the Nets
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
Weaving together Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Psalm 62:5-12; 1 Corinthians 7:29-31; and Mark 1:14-20, Jan Richardson offers a blessing for those who desire to respond to the call of Jesus.
Psalm 62:5-12; Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Mark 1:14-20
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Calling/vocation, Discipleship, Net

In Which We Do Some Sheep Wrestling
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
In this Easter week reflection, Jan Richardson delves into the image of Jesus as shepherd in John 10:1-10. She highlights that, as his sheep, Jesus values, invites, and keeps us safe in relationship with him.
John 10:1-10
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Easter, Hospitality, Jesus Christ, Offering

Mapping the Mysteries
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork
A reflection by Jan Richardson, with related artwork, on Matthew 9:35-10:8, Mark 6:1-13, and Luke 10:1-11, 16-20. Richardson imagines the maps that disciples, living and dead, might make of the places God has led them.
Matthew 9:25-38, 10:1-8; Mark 6:1-13; Luke 10:1-10, 16-20
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Ministry, Calling/vocation, Geography

Who Gives Life to the Dead
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Artwork, Poetry
Romans 4:13-25 reminds us who God is: One who gives life to the dead and calls into existence that which did not exist. Our creator, sustainer, and lover of our souls. Art and poetry: Jan Richardson
Romans 4:13-25
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Lent, Teaching, Calling/vocation, Creation

Catch of the Day
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork
An image and commentary on Matthew 4.12-23. How are we, Christ's disciples, truly like the fishermen and also like fish?
Matthew 4:12-23
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Baptism, Calling/vocation, Fish, Fishermen

How Did You Come to Know Me?
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
"With each passage, the lectionary this week presents us with a God who calls to us, seeks us out, draws close to us, inhabits us." (1 Samuel 3:1-20; Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; John 1:43-51).
1 Samuel 3:1-20; Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; John 1:43-51
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God's Will, Calling/vocation, God

A Gracious Plenty
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
This piece of artwork and reflection on Matthew 14:13-21. "What are you hungry for these days? How are you being fed?"
Matthew 14:13-21
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Ministry, Community, Calling/vocation, Spirituality

Happy Equinox!
Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Artwork, Poetry
This painting and reflection on equinox reveal God's wisdom in nature and our need for balance.
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Work, Goodness, Good Works, Calling/vocation