In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, St. Luke’s Pastors Corey, Jad, and Melissa reflect on John 20:19–23, exploring how the risen Jesus meets the disciples in their fear, speaks peace into their anxiety, and immediately sends them out with the gift of the Holy Spirit and the responsibility of forgiveness. The conversation highlights the movement from fear to joy, from disorientation to purpose, and wrestles with the weight and necessity of forgiveness as central to the Christian life—suggesting that true peace is deeply connected to our willingness to both receive and extend grace. Ultimately, the episode invites listeners to see themselves as part of a resurrection community, shaped by forgiveness and called to embody Christ’s peace in the world.

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In this special episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad is joined by St. Lukers Dayani Fernando and Mark Niederman for an honest and hope-filled conversation marking Autism Awareness Month—while inviting listeners to move beyond awareness toward true acceptance. Through personal stories and faith-centered reflection, they explore the wide spectrum of autism, the challenges families face, and the often-overlooked strengths and gifts of those on the spectrum. Together, they invite the church to become a more inclusive and compassionate community—one that listens deeply, embraces difference, and lives out the truth that every person is a beloved child of God, created with purpose and worthy of belonging.

In this Eastertide episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastors Corey, Jad, and Melissa reflect on Luke 24:36–49, exploring the powerful moment when the risen Jesus appears to his disciples—speaking peace into their fear even as they struggle with doubt. Through honest conversation, they unpack the tension of believing in something that feels “too good to be true,” highlighting how Jesus meets the disciples in their uncertainty, invites them to see and touch his resurrected body, and even eats with them to reveal his presence. The discussion emphasizes that doubt does not disqualify faith; instead, Jesus continually shows up, opens minds to understanding, and calls imperfect, questioning people to be witnesses together. This episode invites listeners to consider how Christ still meets us today—in our fear, in community, and in the everyday moments where resurrection hope becomes real.

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