The Lenten Class is going very well. I was concerned when I first agreed but I have become comfortable with the material than my first reaction. So far I have not been uncomfortable with answering any questions. The class has consisted of reading the lectionary passages and discussing questions suggested by the materials. There has not really been dialogue or questions for me; mostly folks are sharing there own experiences. At one point I shared how I did not think Jesus wanted to be crucified but rather he could not stop teaching and healing in a way that challenged both the religious and secular authorities. As I was saying it, I realized that someone earlier had said something about Jesus wanting to fulfill the prophesies and die for our sins. At that time, I had not commented but just gone on. Often I would follow-up with some folks to draw them out a bit or to relate a confirming or complementary comment. I let that one drop because it reminded me of how Marcus Borg describes that type of faith.

My spouse has had good things to say about the way I have been leading the class.