Rev'd Up for Sunday
Listen along as the priests of St. Mark's, New Canaan (Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy) gear up for Sunday. Each week the preacher will lead a discussion of the scriptures of the day. Sometimes irreverent, often witty, always filled with love for our Lord: don’t miss these conversations about the questions, mysteries, and hope these three find in the Bible.
Rev'd Up for Sunday
"How to Be an Apostle" Matthew 9:35-10:8-23 | Episode 263
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What does it mean to be sent into the world as participants in God's work? Peter Walsh and Rob Schwartz discuss the connection between proclamation and action, Jesus' deep compassion for those who are "harassed and helpless," and the transition from being disciples (learners) to apostles (those who are sent).
Questions for Further Discussion
Themes and Application
- How do we recognize God's call even when we feel unprepared?
- Why might Jesus choose ordinary and imperfect people to carry out extraordinary work?
- What does it mean to move from being a disciple who learns to an apostle who is sent?
Personal Reflection Questions
- When have you felt called to do something before you felt fully prepared?
- Which aspect of Jesus' ministry comes most naturally to you: teaching, serving, encouraging, healing, advocating, or something else?
- What gives you endurance when faithfulness becomes challenging?
Broader Spiritual Considerations
- How can compassion move us from observation to participation in another person's struggle?
- How do we discern where our energy is best spent and where it may be time to move on?
- What role does prayer play in sustaining people who are engaged in difficult or demanding work?
- How can we remain both "wise as serpents and innocent as doves" in a polarized world?
Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org