The Fragments We Carry: Faith, Rest & the Work of Compassion | April 6, 2025 | The Rev. Shane Carlson

In this week’s sermon, Father Shane invites us to reflect on the story of the feeding of the 5,000—not as a tale of scarcity solved by miracle, but as a deeply human moment where Jesus invites his disciples (and us) into rest, community, and shared abundance. Amid lives that often feel fragmented—by personal overwhelm, cultural noise, or a world in need—what does it mean to pause, take Sabbath seriously, and bring what we have to the table? Even the smallest gifts, even the simplest compassion, may become part of something more. This sermon weaves together the Gospel of Mark, Episcopal values of shared sacrament and service, and the quiet radical act of resting as resistance. It’s a timely message for anyone seeking grounding, clarity, and a deeper sense of connection.

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