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Sep 2022
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The End of the Journey is Love | Naming ...

Practicing the Way
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What is the meaning of life? According to Jesus, the meaning of life is love: becoming a person who loves God and loves others. Breaking down the story of the Road to Emmaus and our modern cultural moment, John Mark challenges us to embrace the good news of the resurrection and live as beacons of love and hope in our world.


Key Scripture Passages: Luke 24v13-35


Resources for this practice:

https://practicingthewayarchives.org/practices/naming

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