Jonathan Duce

Two weeks ago, I reflected on the meaning of bread in the Lord’s Prayer. Today, I find myself drawn not to the bread, but to the first two words of this simple yet profound petition: “Give us.” Again, why does

— A Phrase That Dares to Transform When you utter the words, “Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven,” what are you truly asking for? In my previous reflection, I pointed out that, at first glance,

I’ll admit it—these are words I’ve prayed so often that they sometimes roll off my tongue without a second thought. Maybe you’ve done the same. For many of us, having bread feels ordinary. Our kitchens are overstocked with it. If

If you live in Gaza or Ukraine, praying “Thy will be done” can feel deeply conflicting. Should Christians in Ukraine and Gaza view their suffering as part of God’s will? Yet there are moments when these words come easily. Perhaps

This week, I reflect on the phrase, “Thy Kingdom come,” from the Lord’s Prayer. In these words, Jesus invokes a vision of divine sovereignty. They invite a paradigm shift in our conception of the world. There is no need to

This week, I continue my reflection on the latter part of this sacred petition: Hallowed be “your name.” Across cultures and throughout history, names have carried more than just phonetic weight—they bear identity, purpose, and meaning. Take, for instance, the

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. This week, I spent time reflecting on the word “hallowed” as used in the Lord’s Prayer. We’ve repeated this prayer since childhood—many of us memorized it long before we could even understand

our Jazz Ensemble and music. Come join us! Join Christ Church and Bishop Julia Whitworth at Boston Pride! Dear Christ Church Family, We are honored to share that Bishop Julia Whitworth has invited us to join her in marching in

With the leadership of Bishop Julia Whitworth and the organizing efforts of a diocesan planning team, the Diocese of Massachusetts aims to have large and visible delegations of LGBTQ+ people and allies taking part in Pride celebrations around the diocese

The opening words of the Lord’s Prayer are more than a greeting—they make an important theological claim. “Our Father in heaven.” In these few words, Jesus invites us to consider not only who God is, but where God is. He