Tag Archives: doubting Thomas

Thomas the trusting

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Rosalind C Hughes

Thomas dared to wrestle with God, as Job before him, resisting and insisting on a trial, the evidence to be enumerated in wounds; bold Thomas, brazen Thomas. I do not dare to call Christ to account, to demand such demonstration … Continue reading →

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Easter 2: What Thomas saw

Posted on April 19, 2020 by Rosalind C Hughes

A sermon for the Second Sunday of Easter in 2020, preached from home. Continue reading →

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Inhabiting Thomas

Posted on April 7, 2018 by Rosalind C Hughes

Because you came back for Thomas I hope you may come back for me. Because you breathed peace upon Thomas I wonder if there is a peace for me. Because you let Thomas touch you I believe I will hold … Continue reading →

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“Thomas Sunday” syndrome

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Rosalind C Hughes

The Bible tells the story of God’s relationship with God’s creation, the Divine action in the world. From the beginning, when God spoke creation into being, to the end, when God will recreate the new heavens and the new earth, … Continue reading →

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