Gayle L. Goudy

Category: Words of Grace Newsletter

  • The Anastasis Icon

    Reflection • Explains why Eastern “Anastasis” images show not only Christ rising, but Christ raising Adam and Eve—victory with beneficiaries in view. Sets the icon alongside Western Resurrection imagery to highlight universal redemption and the Harrowing of Hell.

    Originally published in Words of Grace, Grace Church Cathedral (Charleston, South Carolina), April 2025.

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  • “The Two Sons”

    Reflection • Interprets Janknegt’s modern retelling as a map of sin, return, and the father’s jubilant grace in everyday American scenes. Centers the older brother’s self-righteous refusal as the parable’s enduring test: will we join mercy—or choose exclusion?

    Originally published in Words of Grace, Grace Church Cathedral (Charleston, South Carolina), March 2025.

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