1.9.2024 PBPC Family Bulletin
PBPC Family,
From now through Easter, we will be journeying with Jesus in the Gospel of Mark. Mark might be my favorite Gospel - it reads like a fast paced, thrilling story. One of Mark's favorite words is "immediately." It's as if he jumps from scene to scene, trying to keep up with Jesus' frenetic ministry. For our modern world with shortened attention spans, Mark is a good entry into the story of Jesus.
Because it is the shortest, it is also the easiest to read in one sitting. I encourage you to set aside an hour or two and try to read the Gospel of Mark in one sitting. Familiarizing yourself with the grander narrative and movement of Mark will give you deeper insight and appreciation of our Sunday scriptures; we will jump around and won't be reading chronologically.
If you are looking for a helpful resource to get deeper into Mark's unique witness to Jesus, I recommend The Theology of the Gospel of Mark - this short and concise book is a good introduction.
I look forward to coming to know Jesus more through Mark's gospel. See you Sunday!
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Calvin
"They Left"
Mark 1:14-20
Calvin Sodestrom