In this homily the Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, tells us that this Gospel passage calls us to set ourselves apart for God’s purposes in the world. We hear that setting apart in our baptismal rites and Post-Communion prayer, as we join a new family with an amazing responsibility.
The purpose of the Gospel message is not that we would withdraw from society in order to be set apart, but that in living our lives faithful and true to the Good News, we would speak truth, create justice, and offer mercy. Amen.
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